LANSING, MI – You’ve likely heard of the state’s “Amber Alert” system before, when your phone emits a loud tone, vibrating and displaying details of a missing child in your area. Michigan lawmakers ...

Active seniors face different risks than homebound ones, and protection needs to match lifestyle. Not all medical alert systems are created equal, and not every senior faces the same daily challenges.

Comparing emergency alert usage across age groups reveals design gaps and adoption challenges. While emergency buttons are often marketed toward older adults, they are not exclusively for seniors.