Frequently Asked Questions

See below for answers to common questions we receive. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, please click one of the buttons below to reach out to us.

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General Questions

How do I get started?

To get started with your monitoring service, simply download the Connected Caregiver app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store on your smart phone. The first time you open the app, you will be guided through creating your account.

What are medical alert devices?

Medical alert devices include both at-home systems and wearable, on-the go devices that allow seniors, or other people prone to falls or other emergency situations to quickly alert emergency responders should the need occur.

Typical on-the-go devices include pendents that can be worn around the neck or on a belt, watches or other items that include an emergency help button that communicates with a monitoring center when pressed. Some on-the-go devices include fall detection that automatically alerts the monitoring center should a potential fall be detected.

How quickly will Connected Caregiver alert me of a problem?

Connected Caregiver will send you an alert as soon as it detects your loved one has an emergency like a fall, has missed a reading, or has a result that falls outside the target range set by you (ideally with guidance from your loved one’s doctor).

Can I choose what smart devices I need?

Connected Caregiver offers 4G-enabled smart devices that automatically sync your vitals with the app. To add smart devices, visit the “Manage Devices” section of the Connected Caregiver app.

Help! I forgot my login password.

No problem! From the login screen tap the “forgot your password” link. You will receive an email with simple one step instructions for changing your password. If you have any trouble, just give us a call at 877-774-4363 for help.

I accidentally broke my device. How do I get a replacement?

Please call customer support at  877-774-4363 for help.

Setup and Account Questions

How do I get started?

To get started with your monitoring service, simply download the Connected Caregiver app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store on your smart phone. The first time you open the app, you will be guided through creating your account.

What do I do if I forgot my username?

Please call customer support at  877-774-4363 for help.

What do I do if I forgot my password?

No problem! From the login screen tap the “forgot your password” link. You will receive an email with simple one-step instructions for changing your password. If you have any trouble, just give us a call at 877-774-4363 for help.

How do I set alerts?

To set up your alert preferences, select “Tracking” from the footer menu, then select the gear icon in the top right corner to turn on the specific tracking cards for which you would like to receive notifications.

From the tracking menu, select the bell icon associated with each tracking card to configure threshold alerts and missed reading alerts for that card.

How do I set my thresholds?

Select “Tracking” from the footer menu, then select the gear icon in the top right corner to turn on the specific tracking cards for which you would like to set thresholds.

From the tracking menu, select the bell icon associated with each tracking card to configure threshold values for that card.

What type of alerts do I have access to?

Users have access to a variety of alerts:

    • Care Essentials: Users can specify threshold settings (i.e. vital target ranges), missed reading settings (i.e. the cutoff time and frequency expected for readings to be completed), as well as alerts for missed medication schedules
    • Safety Monitoring: Users can specify the care essentials details above plus alert settings for falls, SoS button presses, first motion of the day, geofence boundary breaks, battery levels, and steps.

Safety Monitoring Questions

How do I change my pendant to be worn with a belt clip?

You can remove the lanyard by twisting and pulling the silver clip at the top of the pendant. Then, pull the lanyard and clip away from the device. Once the lanyard has been removed, you can press the belt clip onto the back of the pendant until you hear a click.

How does fall detection work?

When the pendant detects a fall, you will first hear the recording: “Fall detected, hold the call button to cancel.” If you do not need assistance, you can hold down the call button within a few seconds to cancel the alarm, and you will not connect with the emergency services specialist. When the alarm is canceled, you will hear the recording: “Fall detection canceled.” We cannot guarantee that the service will always accurately determine a fall. It’s advised that you always press the button if you need help.

How does the emergency button (SoS button) work?

For emergency calls, press and hold the Call Button until the light turns blue.  After a brief delay, you’ll hear a voice message and ringing. A specialist will answer the call and can send emergency services or a Loved One to you if there is an emergency.

How do I clean my device?

It’s recommended that you clean the device weekly using a soft cloth such as an eye glass cleaning cloth. To do so, gently rub the gold contacts on the pendant and charging cradle to remove dirt, oil, and debris.

What are the emergency monitoring coverage hours?

Our monitoring services operate 24/7 to ensure you have the support you need during an emergency!

How do I define who will be alerted in the event of an emergency?

In the Connected Caregiver app, tap the “Care Circle” icon in the top right corner of the screen (it looks like a person’s silhouette). From there, you can add members to the care circle by tapping the “+” icon.

Each member of the care circle is responsible for adding their own contact information and configuring their own alerts from the “Tracking” section.