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About This Business

Extended Independence provides personal emergency response and medical alert system services, including in-home and mobile alert devices. Offerings include wireless monitoring systems, GPS-enabled alert devices, and fall detection equipment. The company assists users by setting up alert systems, activating devices, and explaining system operation to support emergency communication and response.

BBB Accredited Since: 7/22/2008

Years in Business: 27

Products and Services

Extended Independence offers the following products and services:
In-home medical alert systems: Wireless emergency response devices used within a residence without requiring a landline connection.
Mobile GPS alert systems: Portable alert devices designed for use outside the home that transmit location information during an emergency signal.
Dual-user alert systems: Configurations that support two users with different usage patterns, combining in-home and mobile alert functionality.
Fall detection devices: Wearable sensors designed to identify a fall event and initiate an alert when manual activation is not possible.
System installation and activation: On-site setup, activation, and initial testing of alert equipment.
User instruction services: Demonstration of device use and explanation of alert procedures following installation.

Business Details

BBB File Opened:
7/29/2008
Business Started:
1/1/1999
Business Started Locally:
1/1/1999
Business Incorporated:
10/3/2005
Type of Entity:
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Business Management:
Mr. Al Scher, President

Additional Contact Information

Principal Contacts
Mr. Al Scher, President
Customer Contacts
Mr. Al Scher, President
Fax numbers
Other Fax: (314) 475-5515
Additional Email Addresses
Primary: Email this Business

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