Our parents love us and and care for us throughout our lives. But naturally, the time comes when they need us to care for them. For many of us, COVID-19 pushed the timeline up sooner than we expected.
As deeply as we love them, the safety and well-being of Mom and Dad can become one more worry that keeps us up at night. And sleepless nights may just be the start of it. Anyone who has ever acted as a family caregiver — or someone who provides unpaid care to a family member, friend, or neighbor — knows it’s a big job. The Family Caregiver Alliance estimates that 44 million Americans provide 37 billion hours of care each year for adult family members and friends.
Whether it’s your mother or father, or just a dear family friend, caregiving is rewarding yet challenging work. What if you could give that special person in your life a gift that could make life easier for both of you, like professionally monitored smart home security?
Could home security help my parents?
If you’re wondering if a professionally monitored security system is right for your mom, dad, or any elderly loved one in your life, ask yourself if any of the following apply:
- Do they live alone?
- Do they live in another state, far away from family?
- Is crime a concern in their neighborhood?
- Do you worry they don’t have access to help when they need it?
- Do they have health or mobility issues?
- Are they on a budget?
- Do they find it hard to keep a comfortable temperature at home?
- Do they have trouble remembering to turn things on and shut things off?
If any of these questions made you think about your folks, a smart home security system may be just the right gift to improve their quality of life and give you peace of mind.
Why give the gift of home security
Security might sound like a boring present at first, but remember, security isn’t just a couple sensors and a bulky keypad anymore. A professionally monitored smart security system offers 24/7 burglar, fire, and CO monitoring plus home automation to help you manage day-to-day life.
And as a bonus, this is a gift that gives two ways. Home security and automation can help things run a little smoother for anyone in your life who lives alone, has mobility issues, or just needs some peace of mind. And you can relax knowing that if they need help, it’s there.
Because home security systems require some personalization, a gift of home security might not look like your average gift. You’ll discover that reliable security companies are more than happy to work with you to find creative ways to make your present a reality.
What monitored smart home security brings to the table
You have a lot of choices for a home security solution. You have the option to keep it very simple, with basic intrusion detection, but there are also tons of add-ons that serve up big benefits for anyone aging in place.
- 24/7 professional monitoring teams will alert the police, EMS, or fire department in case of an emergency.
- Emergency medical assistance options let users with health or mobility issues call for help at the push of a button.
- Indoor and outdoor video cameras help keep an eye on everything. Live video look-ins can reassure you that your folks are OK when you are away.
- Smart motions sensors can be placed on medicine cabinets and other important areas throughout the home, so you can receive alerts.
- Fire and CO detectors help detect heat, smoke, and lethal gases.
- Home automation and energy solutions let users arm and disarm their security system, lock the door, turn off the lights, or adjust the temperature right from their smartphone or computer.
A professionally installed and monitored home security system can be a true comfort for you, and a unique way to show someone you love how much they matter. If you’re considering giving your parents the gift of security, here are just a few reasons to consider Guardian:
- Award-winning, U.S.-based monitoring centers operate 24/7 to initiate a response to alarms in under 30 seconds.
- Professional installation takes all the legwork off your plate, and you can feel confident that everything was done right.
- Quality equipment to fit a variety of homes, lifestyles, and special needs.
- Our smoke and CO detectors are monitored around the clock, even when a security system is disarmed.
- Smart home technology options like video doorbells, smart thermostats, and automated lighting make life easier and more convenient.
- A number of smart video security options let you check in on loved ones from anywhere.
- Unexpected activity alerts can learn your parent’s routine and let you know when something is out of the ordinary.
- Our wearable medical alert buttons are perfect for senior citizens. You can choose to have our monitoring center notify you and/or emergency first responders if something goes wrong.
- Free mobile app let you control system and home automation from a smartphone.
Protect your parents with home security
Parents spend most of their lives worrying about their children. Give them one less thing to worry about this year. Call 1.800.PROTECT or fill out a form on our website to find out how our folks can help keep your folks safe.
