Aug 4, 2025 | Insights & Resources
Personal emergency response systems (PERS) have evolved far beyond simply providing a fast connection to 911. Today, these connected devices offer a wide range of services that support individuals with chronic conditions, those medically vulnerable, and older adults...
Jul 30, 2025 | Insights & Resources
Avoidable healthcare costs, especially from unnecessary hospital visits and ED usage, drain over $30 billion from the U.S. healthcare system each year, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). These preventable events are especially common...
Jul 28, 2025 | Insights & Resources
Personal emergency response systems (PERS) have helped millions of individuals live more safely and independently. Over time, PERS has evolved from basic landline-based systems to more advanced mobile-enabled devices with GPS tracking, automatic fall detection and...
Jun 26, 2025 | Insights & Resources
Personal emergency response systems (PERS) help older adults stay safe, independent, and connected to the care they need. These devices provide immediate access to emergency assistance and support, benefiting not only older adults or those with mobility issues, but...
Jun 23, 2025 | Insights & Resources
Prepared by Dan Henderson, MD, MPH Anne Carrie, MBA Abstract America’s senior population is expected to nearly double over the next thirty years, bringing with it a surge in chronic disease and increasing patient volumes that will place even more strain on an already...
May 16, 2025 | Insights & Resources
If you are a caregiver, case manager, or a healthcare provider exploring ways to keep older adults safe and independent at home, you’ve likely come across Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS). At Connect America, we often receive questions about how PERS work,...
Apr 23, 2025 | Insights & Resources
As the U.S. baby boomer population ages, many older adults are choosing to remain in their homes rather than move to assisted living or skilled nursing facilities. According to a 2021 AARP survey 77% of adults over the age of 50 want to age in place. This preference...
Jan 28, 2025 | Insights & Resources
It’s no secret the healthcare industry is grappling with a critical workforce shortage that’s reshaping the way care is delivered. This challenge, fueled by an aging population and rising care demands, has left many healthcare professionals overextended and burned...
Nov 25, 2024 | Insights & Resources
Caregivers are the heart and soul of our nation’s long-term care system, providing essential support for those who cannot care for themselves. From assisting with basic physical needs to offering emotional support, the care they provide is invaluable and impacts...
