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Life Alert Reviews

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About Life Alert

Life Alert was founded in 1987, making it one of the first personal emergency response companies in the United States. The company’s systems have a base hub and a help button that can be worn around the neck on a pendant or wristband. Life Alert advertises that its pendants have a 10-year battery life and don't require charging. Monitoring centers are UL-certified and have the Five Diamond designation from The Monitoring Association.

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Pros
  • 24/7 professional monitoring
  • Pendants don't require regular charging
  • Waterproof equipment
Cons
  • $198 activation fee
  • Requires three-year contract
  • Not ideal for online shoppers

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    Reviewed Sept. 15, 2026

    EMT sent by Life Alert, came quickly. I fall easily. I’m 78.

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    Reviewed Sept. 15, 2026

    Roommate was having a psychotic episode and was being very belligerent—yelling to break in my locked bedroom door. I activated the Life Alert necklace and called 911.

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    Reviewed Sept. 15, 2026

    Walking and my legs gave out. I sat down and could not get up. EMS came and got one up and helped me to the house.

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    Reviewed Sept. 14, 2026

    Atrial Fibrillation—heart rate went to high. Life Alert were able to get ambulance on time.

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    Reviewed Sept. 14, 2026

    Mr. Miller fell and we couldn’t get him up. I like the promptness by Life Alert that was giving and the willingness of them to help. Very professional.

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    Reviewed Sept. 14, 2026

    I fell in bathroom & couldn’t get up—no injuries. Firemen sent by Life Alert were there proudly & were kind and courteous.

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    Reviewed Sept. 11, 2026

    If you don’t mind high pressure sales pitch and follow-up this might be for you. If you’re not satisfied with their customer service and their service in general, too bad. If you try to talk to them and get a refund you’ll be sent around and around in circles for over an hour. I did have a good experience with them with my grandfather, but with my parent that is living, they didn’t listen to him and they end up calling emergency services in the middle of the night which wastes our tax dollars and they were told not to. I would not use this company ever again or recommend it.

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    Response from Life Alert

    We understand the concern. When your father's emergency button was activated, he was unable to provide the password required to cancel the alarm. Without that verification, we had no way to confirm he was safe or able to speak freely — an inability to give the password is exactly the kind of signal our system is designed to catch, since it can indicate an elderly person is in distress or being prevented from speaking openly by a 3rd party. Dispatching emergency services was the responsible protocol. We've been trying to reach you since, and have left messages for you. Please call our Customer Care department at 1-800-803-6320, ext. 1300. Thank you, Life Alert.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Sept. 11, 2026

    I thought I had blood clots in my left calf. Life Alert took me to hospital. I was x-rayed and released 6hrs later.

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    Reviewed Sept. 11, 2026

    Life Alert answered quickly. The dispatcher stayed on the line, until EMT arrived, checking on me frequently.

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    Reviewed Sept. 11, 2026

    Bleeding from scalp surgery. EMS called by Life Alert 2:30AM. Stayed on Line & then cleared situation with EMS.

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    Reviewed Sept. 10, 2026

    Life alert charged a large nonrefundable initiation fee. When we received the product, we tested it. It was difficult to hear the representatives and they had a hard time hearing us. For someone with mild dementia, it was not simple to use—there were too many instructions for what to do inside vs outside the home. We paid for the gps tracking option, but we didn’t understand that there was no way for my dad to contact life alert unless he was in the home. Life alert would not return about $400 and we never used the product.

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    Response from Life Alert

    We’re sorry for your frustration. Before the order was completed, the non-refundable setup fee, which covers equipment programming and activation, was explained. Our records confirm that the equipment was shipped, installed and tested, and that the required paperwork confirming activation and membership enrollment was returned. We would also like to clarify that the GPS mobile device is specifically designed for use away from the home and is simple to use. When help is needed, the member simply presses the HELP button to contact Life Alert. The account has been reviewed, and we confirmed that the applicable prorated refund will be returned to you. If you have any questions regarding the refund, please contact our Billing Department at 1-800-803-6320, ext. 1200. Thank you.

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Sept. 10, 2026

    Life Alert responded in a matter of minutes & help responded in a couple of minutes. I’m a true believer in Life Alert.

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    Reviewed Sept. 10, 2026

    Cat bite Life Alert calmed me down and assured me the bite was not terribly serious. EMS bandaged it and suggested to watch for—swelling, redness, temperature.

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    Reviewed Sept. 9, 2026

    I fell in my bathroom—there was a lot of blood. I pressed the button & firemen were called. Life Alert had the code to open door. We went to Emergency for 5 staples & came home!

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    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Sept. 9, 2026

    Life Alert was quick to respond to my father’s incident and contacting us. Because of this dad is doing good.

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    Reviewed Sept. 8, 2026

    Fell in kitchen, used Life Alert who notified my son, called paramedics keeping me online.

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    Reviewed Sept. 8, 2026

    Was very sick by morning. EMS came in 10 mins. Life Alert was very helpful; was very happy as fast as they came.

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    Reviewed Sept. 8, 2026

    Life Alert stayed on the phone with me until help arrived. Very kind.

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    Reviewed Sept. 7, 2026

    Called Life Alert, they sent an ambulance that arrived very quickly. They called me back to let me know they were on the way to the hospital. Very reassuring and kind.

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    Reviewed Sept. 7, 2026

    I sat down in the bathroom and couldn’t get up and called Life Alert. EMS came and picked me up and put me back in my wheel chair.

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    Reviewed Sept. 7, 2026

    I fell and called Life Alert & you responded quickly and good people.

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    Reviewed Sept. 4, 2026

    I fell after my shower. Life Alert staff sent EMS and took me to the hospital. Very courteous and helpful.

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    Reviewed Sept. 4, 2026

    In August I fell & couldn’t get up. Life Alert answered fast & first responders here very quickly. Didn’t get hurt!

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    Reviewed Sept. 4, 2026

    Fell in kitchen, was unable to get up. Called Life Alert. EMT’s arrived in about ten min or less. No need to go to hospital.

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    Reviewed Sept. 3, 2026

    I fell in bathroom, EMS took me to the hospital. Life Alert staff were very nice.

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    Reviewed Sept. 3, 2026

    Unable to get out of bed. Couldn’t walk. Great Service to hospital and Life Alert Staff.

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    Reviewed Sept. 3, 2026

    I had a fever, and much difficulty breathing. Their quick action saved my life! I feel so safe with Life Alert!

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    Reviewed Sept. 2, 2026

    You really are a Life Saver!! You have helped me many times. I wouldn’t want to be without you.

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    Reviewed Sept. 2, 2026

    Life Alert has always come there when I have needed it.

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    Reviewed Sept. 2, 2026

    I had a fall and Life Alert contacted me and sent EMS.

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    Reviewed Sept. 1, 2026

    Life Alert has helped my bedridden husband in many ways. By checking his vitals and getting him to the ER each time. I like that he doesn’t have to wait. He gets taken back fast.

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    Reviewed Sept. 1, 2026

    Life Alert stayed on line with me and also spoke to EMS with my meds. They were wonderful assuring me they had EMS enroute and would not leave me. So glad I changed from other company!

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    Reviewed Sept. 1, 2026

    Life Alert stayed on the monitor until the Fire Department and ambulance arrived. Which gave great comfort to my father-in-law.

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    Reviewed Aug. 31, 2026

    Had a stroke. Life Alert may have saved my life.

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    Reviewed Aug. 31, 2026

    I love Life Alert, they stay on line until the help arrives—felt safe.

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    Reviewed Aug. 31, 2026

    I fell on kitchen floor. Unable to get up. Life Alert was pushed and help was there in about 10 minutes. Thank you so much.

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    Reviewed Aug. 28, 2026

    Called due to emergency unable to breath. Life Alert stayed on the phone and spoke to paramedic. Very thorough

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    Reviewed Aug. 28, 2026

    All I can say they saved my life. They were great. God Bless Life Alert.

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    Reviewed Aug. 28, 2026

    Life Alert is always helpful, courteous & nice.

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    Reviewed Aug. 27, 2026

    Over the course of 3yrs we have utilized Life Alert quite a bit. Every time has been a positive experience dealing with customer experience. Thank you.

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    Life Alert Company Information

    Company Name:
    Life Alert Emergency Response, Inc.
    Website:
    www.lifealert.com

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