- In February 2024, Prepared and Flock Safety partnered to launch a comprehensive emergency response platform designed to enhance the outcomes for law enforcement, victims, and bystanders during critical incidents. Developed in collaboration with Prepared, the FlockOS 911 system equips police departments and Emergency Communications Centers (ECCs) with real-time, high-quality data directly from the scene, thereby improving the accuracy of decision-making during emergencies. This advanced integration of technology allows for quicker and more informed responses, which is essential in emergency situations. This collaboration highlights the growing trend of integrating advanced technologies into emergency response systems
- In April 2024, MobileHelp, a healthcare technology company announced the launch of an updated version of its popular wall-mounted mobile personal emergency response system. The new model is designed to be waterproof and can be mounted on flat surfaces, specifically targeting the high-risk area of bathrooms where the majority of falls occur, particularly among the elderly. This innovation aims to further enhance the safety of seniors by providing reliable emergency assistance in one of the most dangerous areas of the home
- In March 2023, Essence Smartcare, a leading developer of innovative IoT platforms for healthcare and senior care providers, introduced its latest offering the SmartCall service. This advanced virtual call system is designed to enhance follow-up care for seniors receiving home-based services. The SmartCall system features a range of capabilities, including pre-scheduled and on-demand calls, simplified data collection, and the generation of structured reports. These features are aimed at streamlining communication between caregivers and seniors, ensuring continuous care and improving overall outcomes. This launch underscores the increasing integration of IoT and virtual communication technologies in the Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) market
- In January 2021, FallCall Solutions LLC, a provider of telemonitoring software tailored for the geriatric population, announced the launch of FallCall Detect a patented solution that seamlessly integrates intelligent fall detection technology with a comprehensive Personal Emergency Response System (PERS). The system connects to FallCall’s platform-agnostic emergency assistant app, delivering real-time fall alerts, location data, heart rate, and battery status updates to a user’s designated support network. Additionally, it integrates with FallCall’s cost-effective medical monitoring service, enhancing accessibility to critical emergency response features. This development reflects a growing emphasis within the global PERS market on intelligent, connected systems that go beyond simple alert functions
- In July 2020, MobileHelp, a leading provider of mobile personal emergency response systems (mPERS) and healthcare technology solutions, announced the launch of a new telehealth service designed to enhance in-home care. This service, offered exclusively as an optional add-on for existing MobileHelp subscribers, provides users with 24/7 access to licensed physicians—without the need for insurance or additional co-pays. The initiative aims to strengthen the continuum of care by integrating real-time medical consultations into the existing emergency response framework. This development reflects a significant trend in the global PERS market toward the convergence of emergency response systems and telehealth services
