Lifeline Emergency Response Program
The Lifeline Emergency Response Program is a community service provided by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center since 1984. Lifeline equipment (Phillips Lifeline, Inc.) was selected because of its state-of-the-art equipment and commitment to excellence. It is the largest provider of personal response services in North America and has stayed in touch with the needs of its subscribers, the marketplace and trends in the industry and in technology. Because of their success, Cedars-Sinai is able to offer the finest and newest in technology to those we serve. Today Cedars-Sinai is the only Medical Center in the Greater Los Angeles area to provide this quality service to the community.
24-Hour Assistance at the Push of a Button
The Lifeline Program provides 24-hour assistance with a button-push away. Its primary focus is helping the elderly, frail, disabled and those individuals who are at risk and living alone to stay in their homes with the reassurance that help is just a push button away. It can also be used for orthopedic, cardiac, and infant/at-risk individuals. With Cedars-Sinai's Lifeline Program, both the family and subscriber can have peace of mind knowing that assistance is available 24 hours a day by the push of a button. The button is lightweight, waterproof and can be worn either around the neck or on the wrist. It also is available as a stylish, lightweight and easy to read watch that combines the personal help button technology with a Timex® timepiece.
Lifeline is becoming an increasingly important part of the continuum of care. It provides early intervention, peace of mind and reassurance for the family members/caregivers. The Cedars-Sinai service provides an immediate phone connection to assistance, which contributes to independent living rather than remaining in a long care facility.
A Low-Cost Service
The equipment is installed for a one-time installation fee and a nominal monthly service charge. The only obligation any individual assumes is for the installation fee and the monthly charge. Service can be discontinued by simply providing a 30-day notice. There is a charge if equipment is not returned at the end of service. There are two types of equipment to choose from, the CarePartner Communicator and the CarePartner Telephone (which is a working telephone, as well as a Communicator to accommodate special needs). With either unit you are able to choose a lightweight, waterproof wristband, pendant or watch.
Serving Our Community
Lifeline is passionate about those we serve, and we are committed to providing reassurance, peace of mind and a caring response to those who depend on our service.
The Lifeline Program at Cedars-Sinai serves the Greater Los Angeles area and San Fernando Valley. At Cedars-Sinai we are steadfast in focusing on continuous improvement, striving to exceed the needs of our subscribers. For those who live alone, we provide a caring connection for help when needed. Presently we serve over 1400 subscribers, and the integrity of our service lies in the quality of our staff and volunteers who support this service by going into the home to install and instruct the new subscribers on the use of the equipment. This quality sevice continues as long as you subscribe to the service.
For information on Cedars-Sinai's Lifeline Program or to sign up, please call (310) 423-5468.
