Karrie Scully-Johnston, Caring.com Expert

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• What can I do to encourage my dad to wear his emergency response device? — Sep 18, 2008
  Tell your dad -- loud and clear -- that this device isn't a punishment; it's a gift that will allow him to live independently, in his own home, for longer. The alternatives...

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  Is a personal emergency response system appropriate for a parent who travels? — Oct 19, 2007
  Unfortunately,PERS services are designed to work exclusively from home. When the PERS emergency button is pushed, the console automatically connects with the response cente...

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  What can I do to encourage my dad to wear his emergency response device? — Oct 17, 2007
  Tell your dad -- loud and clear -- that this device isn't a punishment, it's a gift that will allow him to live independently, in his own home, for longer. The alternatives...