Independent Years

Do older adults need GPS tracking as well as a fall detection device?

For many older New Zealanders living independently, the decision to get a fall detection device often comes with a follow-up question: is a simple fall alarm enough, or should it also include GPS tracking? The short answer is that for most people who are still active and mobile outside the home, GPS tracking adds a layer of safety that a basic fall sensor alone cannot provide. But the right choice depends on individual lifestyle, living arrangements, and how much time someon