South Derbyshire District Council

Careline / Telecare - one step towards peace of mind and independent living.

WHAT - is Telecare?

Telecare is a personal alarm system monitoring real-time emergencies of life style changes eliminating the risks associated with Independent living.

WHEN - is it needed?

Following a hospital discharge caused by an accident in the home, or to prevent an admission
to give support to vulnerable people
to support loved-ones and improve their quality of life

WHERE - is it located?

In the home to protect and re-assure Individuals and their families.

WHY - does it help?

Telecare provides comfort to people letting them know that help is available at the press of a button 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Giving confidence and re-assurance that they can remain safe within their own homes.
Telecare can provide medical information for health professionals so that deterioration of health can easily be detected, and the correct care can be provided.

HOW - does it work?

By a simple connection to a Telephone landline and an electrical socket. Should a sensor be activated, a message will be sent to our Careline office and help will be initiated whether it be contacting a family member, neighbour, doctor or the emergency services.

Contact details

South Derbyshire District Council
Telecare Officer
Dovedale Building
Bretby Business Park
Ashby Road
Bretby
DE15 0YZ

Tel: 01283 225810
Online: contact form
email: careline@south-derbys.gov.uk

Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/SDTelecare

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