Freedom for Caregivers, Parents or Spouses
In a survey of 800 parents of children with autism, wandering was ranked among the most stressful behaviors by 58% of parents of children who are "runners." And it's no wonder: In the same survey, it was discovered that more than one third of children who bolt are never or rarely able to communicate their name, address, or phone number verbally or by writing/typing. Two in three of the parents reported their missing children had a "close call" with a traffic injury while 32% reported a "close call" with a possible drowning. A high percentage of parents in the survey reported a loss of sleep due to worry about wandering.
Our mission to save the lives of wandering individuals brings with it a commitment to improve the lives of caregivers. Providing care is a long-term commitment fraught with stress. Caregivers face tests of stamina, problem-solving, and resiliency as they strive to protect an impaired individual from daily risks and potential harm. Families struggle with the decision to continue to care for their loved ones or place them in assisted living communities. By helping protect a cognitively impaired individual from the dangers of wandering, the EmSeeQ helps caregivers achieve a welcome peace of mind.
Alzheimer’s disease
For a person with Alzheimer's, fond memories of early years may create an urge to act on an old routine. Even a detour on a familiar walking route can easily cause confusion.
Autism
Someone with autism may love to explore, become anxious or frustrated and dart off, run when his or her name is called or become attracted to a lake, a pond or a pool.
Brain Injury
Impulsivity, medication balance, frustration, anxiety and exit-seeking behaviors are all risk factors for someone with a brain injury.
Down Syndrome
Someone who has Down syndrome might bolt or run at any moment. These individuals are curious and adventurous, and may be drawn to things they find interesting.
Intellectual Disability
Children or adults with an intellectual disbability might not be able to call 9-1-1 if they need help. They might not realize they are lost or in danger.
Mental Illness
As with brain injury, medication balance, impulsivity issues, and exit-seeking behaviors are all risk factors that caregivers of the mentally ill deal with daily.
Beyond even the heartbreak of the disease affecting their loved ones, caregivers often struggle with the simple things. Leaving home for work, going to dinner, going on vacation—caring for an impaired individual impacts every aspect of daily life. According to a 2008 study by the Families and Work Institute, although most working caregivers (55%) report that they would prefer to work fewer hours, only 23% have actually reduced their hours. Constant worry, lack of sleep and feelings of desperation put caregivers at high risk of depression.
We believe caregivers in our society deserve better. With the EmSeeQ device helping to watch over their loved ones, caregivers are no longer alone.
"We are so grateful for the EmSeeQ device and the assistance of the Queens PD in bringing Dad back home. If it hadn't been for the bracelet, it might have been hours or even days before we found him, and there's a good chance he may have gotten hurt. It's a relief to know that if this should ever happen again, the EmSeeQ bracelet really does work quickly to locate him and help us bring him home safely." —Donald Coulter
Available in standard and secure-band options with an affordable monthly service program, the EmSeeQ is worn like a watch and works in buildings, woods, or urban areas. You can receive low battery text alerts and quickly charge the device when needed. If your loved one becomes lost, an easy two-step call to 9-1-1 and EmFinders starts the rapid recovery process. And best of all, the device provides a peace of mind that allows your loved one—and you—much-needed mobility and freedom.
