CourseEmergencyFalls

Fall-prevention tech — alerts, smartwatches, home sensors, and privacy basics (Advanced)

Advanced course on using technology to reduce harm from falls: alert devices, smartwatch detection, home check-in routines, and simple privacy/consent considerations

CaregiverCaregiver, SurvivorAdvanced15 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Choose a fall-alert approach that fits the person’s risk and lifestyle
  • Set up a check-in routine and emergency contacts
  • Understand basic privacy/consent considerations for monitoring
  • Test the system so it works in real emergencies

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

0 of 3 answered

Question 1

1. A fall-alert system should be tested regularly to ensure it works.

Question 2

2. A backup plan is…

Question 3

3. A privacy best practice is…