Looking for advice on fall detection devices for elderly parents (any real experiences?)
Hi everyone,
I’m currently researching fall detection solutions for my elderly parent who still lives at home. I want something reliable that can alert family members quickly in case of a fall, but I’m finding it hard to separate marketing claims from real-world performance.
I’ve come across a few different types of solutions:
Wearable devices (pendants, watches, etc.)
Radar / contactless systems installed in the home
Smart home integrations with sensors
Some examples I’ve been looking at:
https://www.domalys.com (radar-based, seems interesting because it doesn’t require wearing anything)
https://www.lively.com (more classic wearable approach)
https://www.apple.com/apple-watch/ (with fall detection feature)
I’m trying to understand:
How reliable are these systems in real life (false alarms vs missed falls)?
Do people actually wear the devices consistently?
Are non-wearable systems (like radar) a good alternative?
If anyone has firsthand experience (good or bad), I’d really appreciate your feedback before making a decision.
Thanks a lot 🙏