Name: Medical Guardian
Rating: 4.5

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Peggy F Chandler Goodrich, TX

I was getting less steady on my feet, so I started looking around for a service like this. When I found it, I decided to go ahead and get it. I've had it for 2 or 3 years now but I've never had to use it. When I first got started and registered, I scheduled my payment to start on a certain date but there was a bit of a mix up. I just contacted them and someone got it straightened out for me.

8 years ago

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Penny Hammack North Richland Hills, TX

Their system seemed to be the best at the time, that's why I picked it. I've fallen once since I started using it. They sent out somebody for me and things worked out well. The main reason I'm not very pleased with the service is the system itself. There's too much weight on the buttons and it's too much to be carrying around. Since carrying it in my pocket or belt is not really an option for me, it's very cumbersome. I also found out fairly recently that it's a little more expensive than some of the other medical alert systems out there, including the ones that have fall protection.

8 years ago

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Raymond Beatty Sun City, AZ

We received some information about them and since it looked like a good deal we went ahead and got it. My son insists that I wear the device on my neck all the time and I try to do that since I have a tendency to fall a lot. I can be walking along or sitting down and I'll just fall over. It can happen at any given time. I just have a balance problem, I guess my brain is not hooked up right to my legs or something. I've had a number of falls both around my house and also while I'm out in different places. Just in the last month I've fallen 3 times. Last Friday I fell and broke my toe but I was able to get to the doctor alright. One time when I needed to use it they weren't really quick, but they got here. They got to me and took me to the hospital in case there was some damage because of the fall. Actually, my son was the one that called them with it, so I'm not sure how quickly they answered the call. Still, I know that with the device I can get help very quickly whenever I fall. All I have to do is punch the button and I'll get a response. The only imitation I've found is that I have to be in or near the house for it to work. It's also a little expensive. We're on a very low income so I can't afford a lot of the bills that come from the hospital.

8 years ago

Reply from Medical Guardian

Raymond, thank you for reaching out. We're happy that you have been able to use your Home Guardian when you needed it. We did want you to be aware that we do have mobile options available that would offer you protection both in your home and on the go. Please reply directly to this message if you would like for a member of our Customer Care team to reach out with additional information about our mobile options. Have a great day!

Apr. 2nd, 2018

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Mary Lukens Abington, PA

Everything has been fine for me so far. Most of the time I don't even realize that I'm wearing the thing. Sometimes I even forget to take it off when I go out since I have to carry the GPS thing instead. I haven't really had to use it but I have bumped it by accident. They've been very kind and informative when responding to those calls.

8 years ago

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Nellie Faye Prescott Wrens, GA

I use it from the time I get up in the morning until I go to bed at night. I don't wear it if I go to town or church though. I've only had to use it one time and they were really nice. They are there when I need them and give me good service.

8 years ago

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Geneva Standeford Disney, OK

I just saw a commercial for them on TV and decided to get it for my mom. She wears it all day long, 24/7. One time she fell in the middle of the night and we didn't know until they called us to alert us. They were very prompt.

8 years ago

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Eva Weisel Los Angeles, CA

My children did the research and decided to get it for me. I've used it before and they have responded to my requests. I'm mostly satisfied with it. The only thing is that last August my husband passed away so I called to check on the premiums that we were paying. I thought we were paying for two people, but apparently the premiums are per household. It doesn't matter if one or two people are using it, the premiums are the same...

8 years ago

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ThomasVincent

One thing I don't like is that it frequently goes off without me even touching it. I'd be taking snow off the car roof, slamming the garage door close, or doing something like that, and the alarm will go off. It's driving me nuts. I was shopping the other day when that happened. I didn't even know it that they were trying to call me. The most upsetting thing is that they call my daughter and son in law and then send an ambulance to get me. I mean, I still think it's a wonderful service, I just don't know what to do about that.

8 years ago

Reply from Medical Guardian

Thomas, thank you for reaching out. Regarding your buttons, we would love to look further into your concerns. Would you be willing to help us locate your account? Any information you share in your response won't be posted to . It will only be shared directly with Medical Guardian. If you could provide us with the full name of the user and any other identifying information (i.e. address or phone number), we can look into your situation more thoroughly. We hope you have a great day!

Feb. 28th, 2018

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Janet Brattain Fort Wayne, IN

I got it because I live alone and needed the service. Right now it's just sitting on the charger, I don't even have it on me. I've only turned it on when I was playing cards and accidentally bumped it. They called as soon as I pushed the button and got in contact with me. I know that they are there for when I need them.

8 years ago

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Violet Buzzard Ponca City, OK

My daughter checked out all the companies and picked this one for me. I call them whenever I fall, doesn't matter if it's outside or inside of my house. They always come out to help me. If I haven't called in a while, they check in on me to make sure I'm alright.

8 years ago

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Betty Capps Brentwood, TN

I have been with them for several years and I've been pleased. Thankfully I haven't had to use it for an emergency yet, but I've checked it just to see if it works. I feel better knowing that the device is right here by my bed and that I can use it to get help.

8 years ago

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Kathy Sartell-Will Minneapolis, MN

I had my leg amputated and spent some time in a nursing home. When I first came home after that, I was getting out of bed and fell. I picked up my Medical Guardian, pressed the button, and they answered right away. They sent out the police officers to help me up and that was that. I have it in the counter charging all the time so it's always ready.

8 years ago

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Martha Clements San Mateo, CA

My children told me about it, so I decided to get it. I have it with me all the time but I've never had to use it. I just wish everything was in one piece so I didn't have to carry two things for it to work properly. Otherwise, it has been fine.

8 years ago

Reply from Medical Guardian

Martha, thank you for reaching out. We are happy that you are making good use of your Mobile Guardian overall. We do have a newer device, the Active Guardian, that may better suit your needs as it offers the same portability with an all-in-one design. We will have a member of our Customer Care team reach out to discuss this option with you shortly. Have a lovely weekend!

Mar. 30th, 2018

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Maria Zepeda Immokalee, FL

I got it because my elderly 90 year old mom needed it. She wears it but hasn't had to use it yet. The device is fine though and we've never had any issues with it. I'm just happy that we got it, I'm sure they will be there for her if it's ever necessary.

8 years ago

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Alicia Pardo Chicago, IL

My mother uses the pendant around her neck and she's comfortable with it. It's just very light and easy to use. Whenever we call them with questions they give us the answers that we need. We haven't had any problems with them, it's a very good product and we're happy with it.

8 years ago

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Donna Diekmeier Rochester, NY

I heard about them on the TV and decided to call them and get it. The button lights up so I can see it even at night. I've never used it though I've pressed the button accidentally once. It took them quite a while to respond, I was surprised by that, but they were very supportive when they answered.

8 years ago

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Margaret Memmer Wheatland, WY

I got it as a Christmas gift from my son and his wife. They just decided that I needed one and chose it for me. I've had it for 2 and a half months, but I get along well with it. I don't wear it outside because I'm mostly in my house, but I wear it and enjoy having it. I'm pleased with it.

8 years ago

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Celia Martin Fernandina Beach, FL

This is now my second year with them and I've been pleased with it. I have not had to use it for an emergency yet, but I've created a lot of false alarms. They have been very responsive to those and usually all I have to do is tell them that I don't have an emergency or a need for it. It all seems to work well.

8 years ago

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Joyce Foxx Oak Harbor, WA

I did a lot of research beforehand and since they were highly rated I picked them. Less than a month ago I had to use it when I fell out in the yard. They got me to the hospital, but everything worked very well. They met my needs right away. The only thing is that the battery on the device doesn't last very long. I have to put in a new battery way too often. I also wish I could take it with me on vacations or when I travel.

8 years ago

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Danny Keck Fayetteville, TN

I had to use them once while I was in the shower. I got dizzy and fell in there, so I called. When the woman came on the line I kept telling her that I was laying on the bathroom floor, but she couldn't hear me. Later on they transferred me to another man that could hear me and that called my fianc' to get me up, but I had to wait an hour on the floor for them to do that.

8 years ago

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Nancy Tarvin Anderson, IN

My son picked this one out for me because he thought it was the best one. It's handy in case I need it. I've only used it one time and they came out and got me to the hospital in a manner of minutes. I was quite content with that. They were really good and took care of me.

8 years ago

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Leona Aden Rockford, IL

It always works when I need it. We had a thing were all of our power went out and it brought our medical alert system down with it. They came out shortly after that, upgraded the system, and fixed everything for us. It wasn't that bad.

8 years ago

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Penny Warkentin Redding, CA

My daughter picked it up because of the cost I think. One time I fell down and had to drag myself to the base unit to press the button because mine didn't work. It took them a while to get to the phone, the machine kept saying call in progress, but when I finally got them on the line they sent someone out for me. I called them afterwards to see why the button hadn't worked and they sent out a new one right away. The price is very high, especially considering that calling 911 would've been just as fast.

8 years ago

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Eugene Rigdon Kannapolis, NC

I didn't decide to get it, my daughter did. She has been on the medical field for quite a while and she was the one that found them and decided to go with them. As soon as I get up in the morning I put it on and make sure it's on. It works. I've had to use it a couple of times and they've always done the job quickly and easily. They have been good to me, I've had no problems with it.

8 years ago

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Tickle Ragland Hodgenville, KY

When I called I found the representative to be very helpful, so I signed up on the spot. We got it for my mother and she has used it a couple of times already. Everybody has been very prompt and helpful. We're pleased with it.

8 years ago

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ET Surprise, AZ

I had a different system that just wasn't as good as Medical Guardian has been. I used it once and they were here promptly and took me to the emergency room. Though...I'll have to leave the service at the end of the year because I'm moving to a different facility. They have their own medical alert system there.

8 years ago

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Susan Meyers Denver, NC

I have never had to use it but I have pressed the button twice to check it. I was able to get a hold of somebody and made sure that the device was working just fine. It does take quite a long time for someone to answer the phone though. They're not quick at that.

8 years ago

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Margaret-Pennsylvania Gladwyne, PA

They were very kind when I called, walked me through the program and how everything worked in a clear, understandable way. They followed up with my parents to make sure everything was working right and are always very nice when I call with questions.

8 years ago

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Maris Black Fort Wayne, IN

My family did some research and, since they were the cheapest service that could help me, they got it for me. So far I have not had any problems. They have always answered my questions very well. I'm sure that if I ever needed it, it would work well. I'm very thankful to have it.

8 years ago

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R.J. Wyandotte, MI

My leg got struck with something and I couldn't walk or even just get up from my bed. It just hurt so bad I couldn't move, so I used the button to call them. They came over and took me to the hospital right away. They did well when I needed them and took care of everything.

8 years ago

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Anonymous Moody, AL

So far it's working well. I use it when I go out walking, driving, or if I go out of town. There was a time I could've used it when I fell trying to put my pajama pants on but I didn't actually need it. I was able to handle that myself. Still, I know that if I need them, I got me'.

8 years ago

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Donald Pease West Point, KY

A couple of friends recommended this to me as it was cheaper than the other services out there, so I got it. I haven't had to use it, only had it for about a month, but so far things have been good. It all seems to be working just fine.

8 years ago

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Barbara A. Redford Three Rivers, MI

I got it because they have the thing that I can wear on my neck and take out with me when I leave my home. I've never really had to use it but I know it always works. I put the thing in my backpack once and it went off. I didn't hear anything at all but they sent the ambulance out to my house very quickly. I also did a test the other day and the people that answered the phone were really nice. It took them a long time to answer the phone though. I actually waited a bit before pushing the button again and they answered after that. I feel comfortable with it anyways.

8 years ago

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Charlotte R Anton La Porte City, IA

When we started out with them, they gave us a good deal. Thank goodness I haven't had to use it but every time I've called to have the button checked out things have worked fine. I went online to get a new neck device and got it but I haven't called to have that hooked to my system yet'

8 years ago

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Gloria Hourihan Baldwinsville, NY

My daughter and I researched everything. Medical Guardian came up as the one with the best ratings so we chose it. I'll be 86 next week but I'm in fairly good health. I try to keep my strength by walking a lot, but it's there in case I need it. I've been with them for a short time and I'm still getting into the habit of wearing the button all the time, but I've been satisfied with it. I do have 1 complain though. I just got a new system and I'm a bit confused about it. There's 2 red lights that are on all the time, so I want to know what that is about. The thing is, I've called them 4 times already to try and get that answered but I'm always put on hold for 15 or 20 minutes. I mean the unit works, I've pushed it to test it and I got an answer, but they couldn't answer my question.

8 years ago

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Anonymous Palm Beach Gardens, FL

This is actually the 3rd service we've tried. The other ones had to be charged far too frequently and, honestly, I'm not sure if Medical Guardian will be the same or not. They should design it better so that it doesn't need to be charged every day. I have it on 24/7, though I've only called them once. I really haven't had the need to contact them and there hasn't been any emergency.

8 years ago

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V.M. Marcellus, NY

I'm currently in the hospital so I haven't had it on me for a few days now. Things have worked well though. The only problem I ever had was that I had to put the button to charge all the way in the living room, so I didn't have it with me at night. What I started doing was charging it during the day...

8 years ago

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Cerila Diaz San Diego, CA

We needed the service and since they had a good price we decided to get it for my sister. She's very ill and has had to use it a couple of times whenever she falls. She's very happy with it because they always respond and call her. We are very happy with the response time too since it seems to be very quick.

8 years ago

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Marlene Shaffer Harrisburg, PA

The price was what convinced me to get it. I haven't had to use it yet, but I haven't had any problems with it either. We test it once a month to make sure it works and so far things have been fine. If I have any questions, they'll answer them for me quickly.

8 years ago

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Veronica L Raymond Rock Falls, IL

I saw an ad on TV and decided to try it out. I'm completely satisfied with it. My one complaint is that the very first time that I tried the button it took them 5 minutes to answer. That was the only time it took them that long though. All the other monthly tests I've done have gone well.

8 years ago

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Juanita Mingst Belton, TX

Somebody just gave us the information and we've had it ever since. We've only had to use it once for a real emergency and they had an immediate response. They were courteous and everything. Other than that, we've mostly had accidental calls.

8 years ago

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Arlena Nickle Albuquerque, NM

I'm home alone all the time so I needed to have something just for the house that I could use to get help. One time I fell in the kitchen and broke my leg, so I called them. The response that I got was great, they were here within 10 minutes and things worked out great. It couldn't have been any better and I've been perfectly happy with it.

8 years ago

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Denise Hance Reno, NV

They sounded like a good match for what I needed, so I got it. I've only contacted them when I do my monthly tests and they're always very professional when I call in. The button is very convenient to have and wear and it seems to be holding up well.

8 years ago

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Jan And Kim Khoe Santa Monica, CA

I picked them because of the price they had, what they offered, and the quality of their service. We haven't had to use it, we've just tested it so far, but it's good. We haven't had any issues and the button is big and easy to use. They've also been helpful and patient with any questions we've had.

8 years ago

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Jeanette Wilburn Mineola, TX

I got it after I had a bad accident where I ended up laying on the floor for four days without a way to get help. I wear it constantly, even in the shower. I'm never without it. They always answer when I test the button but it doesn't always seem to be as fast as I'd want it to be. Still, I'm glad to have them here.

8 years ago

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Jean Vest Bend, OR

I got it because of the accessibility it offered. We have not had to use it for anything other than testing it. They're always available though and someone's always ready to answer our calls. We've had no issues with the device itself, I feel happy I got this for the person that uses it.

8 years ago

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Eugene Caldwell Meridian, ID

I just read the reviews and decided to get this one for my dad. He hasn't had to use it but every time I've called to check on the battery or anything, they answer right away and are always very helpful. I'd only wish that the button could locate him no matter where he was.

8 years ago

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Anonymous Ellwood City, PA

The price convinced me of getting it, though I would still like it to be lower. Things were not very good the time I had to use it. I kept telling them not to call an ambulance because I didn't need it, but they called them anyways. I got a bill of $300 because of that. On top of that, the men that called my daughter were not good either. They couldn't speak English very well and got very very nasty with her. I was tempted to stop the service because that was really upsetting. I mean, the system itself works okay. You can get a hold of somebody quickly. But that doesn't do me much good if they don't have someone that can speak English. I was not happy at all.

8 years ago

Reply from Medical Guardian

We thank you for the feedback about your recent experience. We would like to look into this particular incident further. Would you be willing to help us in locating your account? Any information provided in your response will not be posted publicly. If you could provide your full name, address, phone number and the date of the incident in question, we will look into this for you. Thanks again for the review!

Mar. 27th, 2018

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Rosemary Scott St Louis, MO

I got it for my grandma based on the ratings that they had. The device is easy to use and every time she has used it, it has worked great. If I ever have a question or need help, they respond and help us through whatever we need

8 years ago

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Ruth Coppola

I got it for my mother, and she has used it with good results. It's easy to use even if you go out, that's never been a problem. Anytime we've had a question, they've been able to answer it. It has all been positive, and it's a very good device.

8 years ago