About Life Alert
Protecting Lives and Providing Peace of Mind since 1987
Our Legacy of Lifesaving Protection
Since our founding in 1987, Life Alert Emergency Response, Inc. has been at the forefront of medical alert devices and technology designed with one simple goal: To Save Lives.
For almost 40 years, Life Alert has been the trusted name that families turn to when they need reliable, 24/7, emergency help for their loved ones.
Life Alert is more than a medical alert system, it allows seniors and individuals with medical conditions to live independently and safely in the comfort of their own homes while providing their family with peace of mind.
The Only Medical Alert Device Proven to
Save a Life Every 11 Minutes3
Life Alert stands alone as the only medical alert device with a proven track record of saving a life every 11 minutes.3 This remarkable statistic isn't just a number - it represents real people, real emergencies, and real lives saved through our unwavering commitment to rapid response and reliable technology.
Every year, thousands of members credit Life Alert with preventing injuries or saving their life. You can read our subscriber's stories here:
Testimonials Page
We believe everyone deserves the dignity of living at home without fear. Our medical alert devices are easy to use, lightweight, waterproof, and work even if you can't reach a phone. Life Alert offers solutions for in-home protection and on-the-go safety, so you're covered anywhere you are.
Endorsed by America's Surgeon General
Life Alert earned a distinction that no other company can claim: we were the only company endorsed by former U.S. Surgeon General C. Everett Koop.
Dr. Koop, a respected voice in American healthcare, served as our spokesperson until his passing in 2013, lending his credibility and passion for public health to our mission of protecting seniors and individuals with medical conditions.
His endorsement reflected his deep belief in our technology and our commitment to saving lives - a testament to the quality and reliability that defines Life Alert.
A Message That Resonates
Our iconic slogan, "Help! I've fallen and I can't get up," has become more than just an advertising campaign - it's a cultural touchstone that captured the very real fears and needs of millions of Americans.
USA TODAY recognized it as the #1 most-memorable ad of the past 25 years, and for good reason - it spoke directly to a genuine concern senior citizens had. Life Alert offered a simple, effective solution.
While the phrase has entered popular culture, the serious message behind it remains unchanged. When an emergency strikes, Life Alert is there to help, 24/7.
Our Commitment to You
At Life Alert, we understand that behind every call for help is a person who matters - someone's parent, grandparent, spouse, or a friend. That's why we've built our entire organization around one principle - being there when it matters most.
Life Alert owns and operates our 24/7 U.S.-based Emergency Dispatch centers with trained dispatchers who work together seamlessly to provide help in any emergency situation.
When you choose Life Alert, you're not just getting a medical alert device, you're gaining a partner with almost 40 years of knowledge in senior safety and independence.
Life Alert provides you a team that's dedicated to your wellbeing, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing help is always just a push of a button.
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1 When you pay one year in advance. 2 Device requires AT&T cellular coverage for proper operation. Service may not be available in all areas. 3 Life Alert defines a life saved from a catastrophic outcome as an event where a subscriber activated the system, had an actual emergency, was home alone, was unable to get to the phone to call for help, and Life Alert dispatched help.