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Alert1 is the Perfect GreatCall Alternative for Senior Safety Services

The Perfect GreatCall Alternative for Senior Safety Services

Alert1 offers premium medical alert services with advantages over GreatCall's Lively Mobile, including affordable, flexible payment plans, mobile on-the-go and in-home medical alert coverage, and voice command capabilities for calls and texts.

Compare our features with GreatCall in the comparison chart¹—you'll find similar or better features at competitive prices.

For protection and peace of mind, call 1-866-581-4540 today.

Call 1-866-581-4540 today and see why Alert1 is the best medical alert system provider for you or your loved one.

Alert1 is the Perfect GreatCall Alternative for Senior Safety Services!

Alert1 offers premium medical alert services with advantages over GreatCall's Lively Mobile, including:

• Affordable, flexible payment plans
• Mobile and in-home coverage
• Roadside assistance and emergency help
• Voice command capabilities for calls and texts

Compare our features with GreatCall in the comparison chart¹—you'll find similar or better features at competitive prices.
Call 1-866-581-4540 today and see why Alert1 is the best medical alert system provider for you or your loved one.

GreatCall is a San Diego California based medical alert company, acquired by Best Buy in 2018 for $792 million. It provides mobile products and medical alert systems for seniors. Its Jitterbug phone and Lively emergency devices offer one-touch access to trained agents for caregiver connections, concierge services, and emergency response. As part of Best Buy Health, GreatCall enhances senior independence with easy-to-use technology and comprehensive support.

Alert1 is a Williamsport, Pennsylvania based senior safety company with some of the most affordable medical alert devices for seniors. Alert1 offers affordable medical alert devices with the ability to confirm your location and situation in emergencies. Users receive 24/7 support through both traditional alert systems and community-connected smartphone options. Our trained agents respond quickly to confirm your needs and ability to communicate during emergencies.

Alert1 GreatCall
Prices Starting At
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 $19.95/mo¹ $49.99/mo²
No Long-Term Contract Required
Nationwide Coverage
UL Listed
Monitoring center
 Not Listed
Constant Care
We stay on the phone until help arrives
Multilingual Protection
Responders speak 190 different languages
  
Same Day Shipping
For 85% or more of orders
Unlimited Button Pushes
Never charges for pushing your button
Thayer Certified
Safe, fair working environment
  
TMA 5 Diamond Certified Command Center
Ensures that each center meets only the highest standards
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Modern Senior Magazine*
#1 Rated Medical Alert System
  
5 Reasons Why Alert1 is the Best GreatCall / Lively Mobile Alternative
1. Value

We have systems to meet every need, lifestyle, and budget (invaluable protection at affordable pricing)
2. Support

Once a member sends an alert, our emergency response team stays on the line with them until help arrives (not all companies do this)
3. Transparency

Alert1 does not charge our members for "false alarms" or multiple emergency button-pushes (some other companies do)
4. Flexibility

We provide monthly service plan options so no one is "locked in," as well as discounted annual plans (some of our competitors only offer multi-year plans)
5. Service

Our emergency Command Centers are staffed by trained agents who are available 24/7/365 (professional responders are always standing by)
Why Choose Alert1 Medical Alert Systems?
  • Continuous Support: Agents stay on the line until help arrives—you're never alone in an emergency
  • Comfortable Design: Lightweight, discreet pendants or wristbands suitable for men and women
  • 100% Showerproof: Wear anywhere, including bath or wet weather
  • Great audio: No need to project your voice unnaturally
  • Simple Setup: Pre-programmed systems—just plug in and go
  • Instant Response: One click to connect with trained operators
  • Extensive Coverage: 600 ft. in-home range; unlimited mobile range across USA
  • No Usage Penalties: Press your button as often as needed without extra fees
  • Enhanced Safety: Optional fall detection and GPS technology
  • Flexible Payment: Monthly or discounted advance payment plans
  • Practical Utility: Helpful for seniors needing assistance with close-up tasks like reading
Our systems are especially useful because you may not want to immediately call 911 if a minor incident occurs, yet you still want help and timely response. Alert1 can call anyone or everyone in your “Circle of Care”—a list of contacts you’ve provided us in advance. You have options with Alert1 and you’ll always be in control.
Why Choose Alert1?
  • Did you know that not all medical alert companies stay on the line with you or your loved ones until help arrives? A huge value-added benefit of selecting Alert1 medical alert systems is that our emergency response agents stay on the line with members until appropriate help is secured, so no one ever faces an emergency alone.
  • Our alarm buttons can be worn as a pendant or wristband by both men and women and are small, lightweight, and discreet.
  • Our help buttons are 100% showerproof and can be worn anywhere, even in the bath or in wet weather.
  • Our personal alarms are easy to set up and operate. We pre-program everything for you-- just plug in and go.
  • Want help fast? Our trained emergency operators are immediately available with a simple press of a button.
  • Alert1’s in-home systems have a 600 ft. range around the base unit, providing great coverage throughout your home.
  • Our on-the-go, mobile medical alarm systems have an unlimited range across the USA so you can call for help anywhere you go—whether you’re at home, the store, or visiting family and friends.
  • Unlike other medical alert companies, Alert1 doesn’t charge additional fees for frequent usage. Our members can press their alarm buttons as often as needed without paying a penalty.
  • Optional fall detection technology and GPS are available for members. We encourage everyone to take advantage of these great features so members can enjoy the greatest level of security and protection.
  • Alert1 offers different types of payment plans to suit every preference. You may pay month to month or pay in advance to enjoy the best discounts.
Our systems are especially useful because you may not want to immediately call 911 if a minor incident occurs, yet you still want help and timely response. Alert1 can call anyone or everyone in your “Circle of Care”—a list of contacts you’ve provided us in advance. You have options with Alert1 and you’ll always be in control.
Isn’t it Time to Try Alert1 Medical Alert Systems?
We invite you or your loved one to be our next valued member! The choice is yours—you can either order your new medical alarm service right here on our website, or call one of our New Member Specialists who will be happy to answer your questions and help you get started with your emergency alarm. It is always the right time to enjoy the security, protection, and peace of mind you’ll get from your new personal alarm button.

As an added bonus, Alert1 will ship your new medical alert system using FedEx Express 2 Day Shipping. In fact, most of our orders are shipped out on the same day the order is placed. We hope you’ll agree that when it comes to benefits and the best value in the industry, no other medical alert system provider compares!
Isn’t it Time to Try Alert1 Medical Alert Systems?
We invite you or your loved one to be our next valued member! The choice us yours—you can either order your new medical alarm service right here on our website, or call one of our New Member Specialists who will be happy to answer your questions and help you get started with your emergency alarm. It is always the right time to enjoy the security, protection, and peace of mind you’ll get from your new personal alarm button.

As an added bonus, Alert1 will ship your new medical alert system using FedEx 2 Day Shipping. In fact, most of our orders are shipped out on the same day the order is placed. We hope you’ll agree that when it comes to benefits and the best value in the industry, no other medical alert system provider compares!
¹Pricing of Alert1 annual service plans. Monthly fee depends on system and options selected. Pricing is based on standard rates, temporary promotions may apply, offers subject to change.

²GreatCall/Lively website accessed on 12/29/2022. 10945 Vista Sorrento Pkwy Ste 120, San Diego, California 92130. Great Call / Lively mobile is a subsidiary of Best Buy. 

Medical alert comparisons and pricing are based on standard rates, temporary promotions may apply, offers subject to change. View our competitive advertising guidelines.

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*Alert1 and Modern Senior Magazine are wholly owned by ResponseLINK, LLC.

Please note that for all comparisons a lack of a check mark indicates that the competitor criteria is not listed on the competitor’s official website.

Best Buy's Health Acquisitions Timeline

GreatCall Acquisition (Oct 1, 2018)

  • $792M purchase price
  • One of the largest connected health product providers for seniors
  • Brands: Jitterbug, Lively, 5Star
  • Services: U.S.-based agents for family connections, concierge, emergency dispatch

CST Acquisition (May 9, 2019)

  • $125M purchase price
  • Also known as: CST Your Link to Life; Link to Life

BioSensics Acquisition (Aug 7, 2019)

  • $20M purchase price
  • Predictive healthcare technology

The brands and domains were consolidated under "Best Buy Health" in its Domestic segment.

  • Brands: Best Buy Health, CST, GreatCall, Lively, Current Health
  • Domains: greatcall.com, currenthealth.com, lively.com

Best Buy's Health Acquisitions Timeline

GreatCall Acquisition (Oct 1, 2018)

  • $792M purchase price
  • One of the largest connected health product providers for seniors
  • Brands: Jitterbug, Lively, 5Star
  • Services: U.S.-based agents for family connections, concierge, emergency dispatch

CST Acquisition (May 9, 2019)

  • $125M purchase price
  • Also known as: CST Your Link to Life; Link to Life

BioSensics Acquisition (Aug 7, 2019)

  • $20M purchase price
  • Predictive healthcare technology

The brands and domains were consolidated under "Best Buy Health" in its Domestic segment.

  • Brands: Best Buy Health, CST, GreatCall, Lively, Current Health
  • Domains: greatcall.com, currenthealth.com, lively.com