{"id":10176,"date":"2015-04-09T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-04-09T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifeline.philips.com\/resources\/blog\/2015\/04\/how-to-replace-or-recharge-the-batteries-of-medical-alert-devices.html"},"modified":"2023-10-18T09:10:38","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T13:10:38","slug":"how-to-replace-or-recharge-the-batteries-of-medical-alert-devices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifeline.com\/blog\/how-to-replace-or-recharge-the-batteries-of-medical-alert-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Caregivers: How to Replace or Recharge the Batteries of Medical Alert Devices"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If the senior you care for relies on a\u00a0medical alert device\u00a0for their peace of mind, you\u2019ll want to make sure that you and any other caregivers fully understand how it works. It\u2019s especially important to note that these medical alert devices run on battery power if not plugged in, so you want to be aware of exactly how to replace or recharge the batteries, ensuring that the device will never run out of juice when your senior needs it the most.<\/p>\n<h2>HomeSafe Communicator<\/h2>\n<p>As its name implies, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeline.com\/product\/homesafe-standard-landline-wristband\/\">HomeSafe<\/a>\u00a0system is designed for home use. There are two main components: a base station and a button on a pendant or wristband. The base station, called the communicator, serves as the link between your senior and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeline.com\/blog\/the-emergency-response-center-is-key-when-choosing-a-medical-alert-system\/\">Lifeline\u2019s Response Center<\/a>. Designed to be plugged into an outlet at all times, HomeSafe systems rely on either a telephone landline or cellular technology.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure that the communicator is plugged into a socket that isn\u2019t controlled with a light switch. That way, you can avoid the risk of accidentally turning off the system. Your Home Communicator uses a factory-installed battery for back up. If you lose power, the backup battery begins to work automatically. The Communicator will send an alarm to the Lifeline Response Center to indicate that the Communicator is using its backup battery. The backup battery can last for up to 30 hours, depending on the battery age and environmental conditions. The equipment will automatically send a signal to Lifeline when the battery needs to be replaced.<\/p>\n<h2>HomeSafe Help Buttons<\/h2>\n<p>The other component to the HomeSafe system \u2014 the Help Button \u2014 comes in two models. The HomeSafe Personal Help Button can be worn either as a pendant or wristband, while the HomeSafe AutoAlert Button comes only as a pendant. HomeSafe devices use non-rechargeable batteries. When power does run low, the device will send a low battery signal to Lifeline when there are approximately 30 days of battery life remaining. Lifeline or your representative will contact you to arrange for a replacement.<\/p>\n<h2>On the Go<\/h2>\n<p>Lifeline\u2019s mobile alert system, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifeline.com\/product\/on-the-go\/\">On the Go<\/a>, can call for help both inside and outside the home. It is equipped with rechargeable batteries and a charging unit. After you place your On the Go device in the charging cradle, the LED light will turn solid red and the device will announce, \u201cYour device is now charging.&#8221; A complete charge will take approximately 2-3 hours.\u00a0When your device has adequate battery charge and is connected to the cellular network, the LED light will turn green and the system will announce, \u201cYour device is now ready, If you need to place an emergency call please press and hold the HELP button now.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Whether your senior is homebound or on the go, you and any other caregivers can gain a lot of comfort from the fact that she is equipped with a medical alert device that is fully charged and ready for use.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If the senior you care for relies on a\u00a0medical alert device\u00a0for their peace of mind, you\u2019ll want to make sure that you and any other caregivers fully understand how it works. 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