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Bay Alarm Medical Alert System Review


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Bay Alarm Medical is a California-based provider of medical alerts. Founded in 1946 as a division of a larger home security network, Bay Alarm medical provides wireless, multi-part systems that aim to assist in medical emergencies. Complete with two-way communication, 24 hour service, and a 1000 foot radius, Bay Alarm Medical stresses service reliability and efficiency.

How is Bay Alarm Medical rated?

Breakdown

5.0/5
Monitoring
5.0/5
Equipment
5.0/5
Contract and Price
5.0/5
Reputation and Certifications

Overall Rating: 5 / 5 (Excellent)

Bay Alarm Medical Alerts offers quality equipment and competitive prices with no contracts, cancellation, or activation fees.

All their equipment can connect to one of their three monitoring centers via landline, cellular, or mobile/GPS, making them a convenient and versatile option for active and limited mobility users alike.

Even their most basic system, the In-Home Medical Alert, features an excellent 1,000-foot range, a long battery life, and superior sound quality for a reasonable price.

Their commitment to versatility and efficiency extends to roads as well, since they offer the world's first in-car medical alert system.

Anyone looking for a reliable, affordable medical alert service from a highly-rated company will find Bay Alarm Medical Alerts delivers everything on their wish list and much more. For their exceptional products and services, Bay Alarm Medical gets our highest possible rating.

Bay Alarm Medical Equipment

Equipment - 5 / 5

Bay Alarm Medical Alerts features high-end, reliable equipment at a competitive cost.

Customers can choose between different types of call buttons (wristband or neck pendant), and methods of communication with the call center (landline, cellular, and mobile/GPS).

Battery life for the base station and mobile unit is on the high side of average for the industry, as is the base station's range. Bay Alarm also offers the Splitsecnd, a first of its kind in-car medical alert system that provides immediate assistance in the case of an accident.

The device works with almost all cars and has an added help button in the case the driver needs any type of assistance. Finally, all of Bay Alarm Medical's products are easy to install, requiring little more than a simple plug-in.
System Types
Home Landline
Home Cellular
Mobile/GPS
Help Button Option
Necklace
Wristband
Base Station Backup Battery
32 hours
Mobile/GPS Battery Life
72 hours

Key Features

Wearable 2-Way Communication
Waterproof Help Button
Automatic Fall Detection
Supports Multiple Help Buttons
2-Way Communication
Fall Detection
Optional Fall Detection
Water-Resistant Help Button

Additional Info

Cellular Provider Options
Verizon
AT&T
Equipment Warranty
Lifetime Warranty on Help Button; 1 Year Warranty on Mobile/GPS unit

Monitoring

Monitoring - 5 / 5

Bay Alarm Medical's medical alert systems are professionally monitored 24/7 at one of their three outsourced call centers, by multilingual staff.

Both in-home and GPS products are all exclusively on AT&T’s 4G LTE network, one of the largest in the U.S. (Most of Bay Alarm Medical's competitors are still on 3G.) They consistently get good reviews for their prompt, expert monitoring technicians.
Monitoring Options
Professionally Monitored
Monitoring Center Type
Outsourced
Number of Monitoring Centers
3
Services
24/7 Monitoring
Emergency Dispatch
Multilingual Staff

Contract & Price: How much does Bay Alarm Medical cost?

Contract and Price - 5 / 5

Bay Alarm Medical consciously keeps their prices very competitive, starting at just $19.95 per month, with zero contract or cancellation fees.

Since the system is self-installed, that's another savings opportunity. Bay Alarm Medical also provides a helpful 30-day trial period for customers to evaluate whether a medical alarm system is a good choice for them.

Starting Prices per Month

Landline
$19.95
Cellular
$29.95
Mobile/GPS
$39.95
Free Monitoring for Additional Person

Contract & Fees

Contract Required?
No
Activation/ Installation Fee
None
Equipment Fees
No equipment fees
Free Trial Period
30 days
Cancellation Policy
No cancellation fees. Bay Alarm Medical also prorates for unused months.

Bay Alarm Medical Reputation

Reputation and Certifications - 5 / 5

Bay Alarm Medical enjoys an excellent reputation in the medical alert industry, with a very good 8.8 TrustPilot score and an A+ rating with the BBB.

Their call centers, though outsourced, are certified by the Underwriter's Laboratory and The Monitoring Association.

Professional Certifications

  • Underwriter's Laboratory (UL)
  • The Monitoring Association (TMA/CSAA)

Additional Ratings

TrustPilot Rating
8.8 out of 5
BBB Rating
A+
BBB Positive Reviews
0
BBB Neutral Reviews
0
BBB Negative Reviews
4
Date Collected
2017-08-17

Disclaimers


Contact & Additional Information

Homepage URL
Headquarters Address
2600 Stanwell Dr #103, Concord, CA, 94520
Mailing Address
2600 Stanwell Dr #103, Concord, CA, 94520
Year Founded
2007

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907 Customer Comments & Reviews

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Deborah S
11/17/2016
Our mother has nothing but good things to say about your customer service. She had some issues with her pendant and the representatives were polite and extremely helpful. This is a great relief to all seven of her children. While most of live nearby, we all have full lives; your service gives us the security to know that should anything unusual happen help will be summoned before and aid given before any of us arrive. You have helped us reach our goal of keeping our mother in her own home for as long as SHE wishes. Thank you.


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Jeff S
11/17/2016
This service is a life saver. My Mom fell down some steps and the service responded immediately. She always tells me how much comfort she has when wearing the monitor. I would definitely suggest this service for any single senior living at home.


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Heather
11/17/2016
I have been a Bay Medical customer for over a year, having purchased a plan for my Mother, who lives alone. Even though we haven't had to use the service until recently, it has been a huge comfort to know that she can receive emergency help at any time. A few weeks ago, my Mother had a medical emergency involving her heart, and not only was the staff member efficient and knowledgeable, but all emergency contact numbers were called (including mine) by a real person, not a recording. Emergency services were dispatched quickly, and I'm happy to say that my Mother is now home recuperating. I check on my Mother often throughout the day, but I'm still thankful to know that if something should... Read More


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Debbie P
11/17/2016
We set my mom who lives alone with Bay Alarm. It gives us piece of mind knowing that if she has an emergency she can get help with Bay Alarm if she is unable to call us. Thank you Bay Alarm for that extra security it gives us.


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cynthia c
11/17/2016
I begged my mother, who is 87, for 2 yrs to get an alarm. Finally I had her cardiologist tell her that she thought it was a good idea so my mother agreed! After only having it for several months, my mother was outside doing yard work when she stepped backward she lost her balance and fell and broke her hip. She immediately pushed the button on her wristband and tried to yell to the postman, but she is 500ft off the road. She didn't think that it worked but shortly after the police showed up and the ambulance. Bay Alarm tried to reach my mother and couldn't. They also called my cell phone and left a message and called my sister's cell phone, however didn't leave a message with her... Read More


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Mary O
11/17/2016
I feel much safer and more confident with this GPS. Whenever I have called with a question or a concern, I am greeted by a cheerful, caring, and knowledgable person that makes me feel that I am important to them. I think this service is SUPER!


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John R
11/17/2016
We now have a sense of security and Mom can maintain an independent lifestyle. It was easy to set up and associates were nice and helpful.


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Gertrude M
11/17/2016
I have had a BayMedical Alert since I moved into my condo in March 2016. Have only used it to test the system, in case I do need help in a hurry. The response time to answer my alert is within a minute (although it would seem an eternity if I was down on the floor hurt). Very clear questions from the person who responds and they talk to me enough to be sure I am ok and not in need of emergency help when I touch the button I wear around my neck 24/7. I appreciate being able to feel safe when I am alone most of the time. Good company.


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Cindy
11/17/2016
Several times my mom has taken off her fall necklace and put it on the counter ...apparently, a little hard. The call came quickly to me and all the proper questions and verifications occurred. It. Is superfantastic and a relief to know my mom is protected.


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Allyne P
11/17/2016
I cannot recommend Bay Alarm enough! I purchased it for my mother. She is 87 and lives alone, and I live about 25 miles away in a city without a car. She called me one night to tell me she had fallen (she was ok), but scared and hurt. I told her to use her system and within 10 minutes she had EMS at her door. I was called immediately as well, and they called me afterwards to let me know she was alright. The best part was they also called her doctor, who then called my mom the next day to come and be checked out. All was well. But serious kudos to Bay Alarm for the speed and efficiency they exhibited.



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  • Professional monitoring included with all plans
  • No activation fees or long-term contract required
  • At-home and/or mobile protection
  • Connect via landline or cellular devices
  • Optional fall detection