Telecare sensors working alongside a community alarm system can provide automatic and direct communication with a monitoring centre if help is required. Alternatively the person can call for help by pressing the button on a personal alarm/pendant worn round the neck or wrist.

• 1. How does Telecare work?

  A community alarm system consisting of a Lifeline unit and pendant are linked together with a range of detectors and sensors.

• 2. How can I get Telecare?

  Telecare can be obtained either through Dorset County Council or by private purchase.

• 3. What do I do if I only want a Community Alarm System?

  The lifeline unit and pendant can also be purchased privately or rented

• 4. Range of Telecare Equipment available.

  There are a growing number of companies who supply an ever increasing number of products.

• 5. Is there anywhere in the county where I can go to see Telecare Equipment?

  Yes! There are two independent living centres - the Greenwood Centre in Dorchester and the Hanham Centre in Wimborne. Both centres have many of the Telecare products on display.

• 6. How do current users of Telecare feel it benefits them?

  Telecare has been found to provide tremendous benefits both for people living alone and for people living with their families / carers.