@healthconscious, it so true. There are many medical alerts devices out there; braclets, necklaces, with and without apps etc. I moved your question to this discussion that @mrjohnwebb recently started.
- What medical alert device did you choose? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/personal-medical-alert-devices/

You might also find this related discussion in the Caregivers group helpful
- Medical Alert Bracelets
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/medical-alert-bracelets/
I'm confident many will join this discussion, but I'm going to tag @jakedduck1 @gingerw @larryg333 @jenniferhunter @rosemarya to kick this discussion into gear.
- What medic alert devices do you use?
- What do you like about your choice?
- Which didn't suit your needs and why?

@healthconscious I see you have been a member for several years, and this is your third post. So, a belated welcome to you!

I utilize Medical Alert from https://www.medicalert.org/ This is a not-for-profit organization. There is a member number that is inscribed on the necklace I wear, so first responders/hospital may contact them to get information that I am responsible for keeping up-to-date. There is no service that will automatically be called.

Recently, our county sent out a message about emergency profile. https://www.emergencyprofile.org/ Apparently this is connected to your phone number, and when emergency services are contacted via 911, your health info is relayed to 911 via RapidSOS, once you have set up a profile. Our county has a lot of rural areas, so this is new for us.

I will be interested to hear what others may have to say.
Ginger

I have Medical Guardian - worn around the neck. The only watches I have are Seiko, so I can't speak to the benefits of a connection to a digital watch such as Apple. However, I am very happy with my piece. It's the metallic one - I think there are 3 models of necklaces, each designated by color, and also at least one watch. I don't think that one has GPS. My oldest daughter-in-law actually did all the research for me and narrowed this one down according to the features I was looking for. I've had it for a year, and have never needed to use it for an actual emergency but I have accidentally pressed the button a couple of times. Response is always prompt. Mine has GPS so if I'm at the park with my dog or even across the country and can't give an actual address they will know exactly where I am. It's water-resistant for wear in shower but not water proof ~ so not for submersion in a pool or lake. It is not sensitive to going off if banged against a cupboard, etc., and my model does not automatically call for assistance in case of a fall. That is something I would tell them when they respond to my pressing the button. These are all features I was looking for. A friend had a device (don't know which brand) that would send an alarm signal even if all she did was gently place it on a table. Understandably, she was annoyed after several false alarms and sent it back. Like some of the others' comments, the owner is responsible for keeping the company up to date on any changes of information about their contact list, etc. I would definitely choose this one again. Good job, Mary Kay! (daughter-in-law)