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Sensor mat and alarm unit
A pressure-sensitive mat connects to an alarm unit, which sounds when weight is removed from the mat.
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Patient Alert Alarm (Chair/Bed Fall)
From£20.00
The Patient Alert Alarm helps carers respond quickly when someone gets up from a chair, bed or wheelchair unassisted, using a pressure-sensitive sensor mat connected to an alarm...
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Key benefits
Why choose Patient Alert Alarm (Chair/Bed Fall)?
Works with chair, bed or wheelchair
Versatile enough to be used in a range of seating and bed setups.
Alerts carers quickly
Gives an early warning that someone may be getting up unassisted, allowing for a prompt response.
Supports higher-risk individuals
Particularly useful for anyone at greater risk of falling or who may attempt to get up without support.
Essential care setting product
Widely used in both home and professional care environments.
Helps carers manage multiple residents
Supports timely responses without the need for constant, direct supervision.
Product advice
Is Patient Alert Alarm (Chair/Bed Fall) right for you?
The Patient Alert Alarm helps carers respond quickly when someone gets up from a chair, bed or wheelchair unassisted, using a pressure-sensitive sensor mat connected to an alarm unit. As soon as weight is removed from the mat, the alarm sounds, giving carers an early warning that the person may need assistance.
This makes it a valuable tool in care settings, particularly for anyone at higher risk of falling, or who may try to get up without realising they need support. It can also be useful for carers managing several people at once, helping them respond promptly without needing to maintain constant, direct supervision.
It's worth noting that this type of alarm is designed to support a wider care plan, rather than replace appropriate supervision altogether. Correct positioning of the sensor mat, on a flat, stable surface, is important for reliable performance, so it's worth checking the setup carefully once installed.
Buyer questions
Patient Alert Alarm (Chair/Bed Fall) FAQs before you enquire
Clear answers to the questions customers usually ask before booking a free home demo.
How does the alarm work?
A pressure-sensitive sensor mat is placed on the chair, bed or wheelchair. When the person gets up and weight is removed from the mat, the connected alarm unit sounds, alerting carers.
Does this replace the need for supervision?
No, this type of alarm is designed to support a wider care plan and help carers respond quickly, rather than replace appropriate supervision altogether.
Where should the sensor mat be positioned?
The mat should be placed on a flat, stable surface, without being pinched or covered by loose cushions, to ensure it works reliably.
Is this suitable for home use as well as care settings?
Yes, while it's widely used in professional care settings, it's also a practical option for home use where extra reassurance is needed.
Am I eligible for VAT relief on this alarm?
If you have a disability or a long-term illness, you may qualify for VAT relief on an eligible patient alert alarm. This usually involves completing a simple eligibility declaration at checkout, with the VAT removed at the point of sale.
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