CareLine

CareLine Program

The CareLine (PERS) unit allows individuals to remain in their homes, perform the normal activities of daily living and avoid losing their independence. The system gives peace of mind to both the subscriber and their family. The quick response time minimizes the risk of further injuries that can occur when people do not receive immediate assistance after a fall or major incident.

How it works

Each subscriber has a communicator unit and a portable waterproof button that is worn on a cord around the neck or strap around the wrist. The user can be anywhere inside the home, in the yard, or even on the go with our Mobile Care unit, to benefit from the program. A fall detector waterproof button is an option for subscribers who fall frequently, or have concerns about falling such as weakness, dizziness, or walking difficulties. The fall detector button can detect a fall automatically and immediately contact emergency help for you without the need to physically press the button. Our Mobile Care unit includes a built in fall detector and GPS location services. In most cases, subscribers do not need a phone for CareLine service.

Although CareLine’s normal focus is on the frail and elderly, the service may be utilized by all ages, including latchkey children and pregnant women confined to their homes during a difficult pregnancy.

At the first sign of medical distress, the subscriber pushes the button. This automatically sends an electronic message to our medical alert monitoring service. Trained personnel can quickly find out if you’ve experienced a problem. If the subscriber is having a problem, responders whose names have been supplied by the subscriber. Subscribers provide the names and telephone numbers of those selected to respond in the event of an emergency. Typically, responders are chosen according to their everyday availability and close proximity. These responders are usually relatives, friends or neighbors.

In addition to the list of responders, the monitoring center staff will have a brief medical history of each subscriber and their private physician’s name on file. They will contact the necessary parties such as police, rescue unit and private physician as appropriate.

Getting started

The program is coordinated through the hospital’s Volunteer Services Department, utilizing Fort HealthCare Partners. There is a one-time set-up fee in addition to a nominal monthly fee for the CareLine service.

For more information, call (920) 568-5275 Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m

CareLine Application Directions:

1. Save PDF file to your computer or device
2. Open PDF file in your new location
3. Fill out application
4. Save file with new name
5. Attach PDF to email message and send directly to kari.behling@forthc.com and shannon.wildenberg@forthc.com