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Assistive technology

Safety and emergency response

Lifeline

A lifeline support device assistive technology

Lifeline is a 24/7 monitoring and support service that helps people remain safe and independent at home.

Additional telecare devices can be linked to the system.

Examples of Lifeline add-ons are:

  • a falls detector
  • smoke and carbon monoxide detectors linked to the Lifeline
  • bogus caller alarms
  • epilepsy sensors

Find out more about Lifeline.

Lifeline in your pocket

A fall sensor device to wear around your neck

A lifeline in your pocket, offering powerful assistive technology with built-in GPS capabilities to support independence, safety and accessibility wherever you are, whenever you need it.

Falls sensor

A lifeline support device assistive technology

Detect falls and automatically alert carers, family members or monitoring centres, enabling rapid response

Available as wearable or in-home devices, they reduce risks, support independent living and provide reassurance to users and the people who care for them on a daily basis overall.

GPS tracker

A personal alarm device assistive technology

This helps people to stay safe and independent when out and about.

It provides real-time location monitoring, an SOS emergency alert function, and geofencing notifications.

Family members or carers can track the user's location and receive alerts if predefined safety boundaries are crossed, offering reassurance and peace of mind.

Epilepsy sensors

A discreet monitoring device designed to detect tonic-clonic seizure activity during sleep.

The sensor is placed under the mattress and connected to a pager. If seizure-like movements are detected, an alert is sent to the pager, enabling carers to respond quickly and provide reassurance and support.

Key safe

A safe place to store keys

A key safe is a secure, lockable box fitted outside the home to store spare keys safely.

Police-approved models can be discreetly installed, allowing trusted access for carers, family members or emergency services, supporting independence while reducing lockout risks and improving overall safety.

Contact us

If you have questions about assistive technology or need support, you can get in touch with our team using the details below.

Our registered address is:

Assistive Technology Team
Turn Furlong
Off Rookery Lane
Kingsthorpe
Northampton
NN2 8BZ

Last updated 29 June 2026

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