How to choose a GPS tracker for loved one

Have you ever wondered what a GPS tracker is? Well, it’s a device that can be a lifesaver for older adults with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease who tend to wander. Wandering can be dangerous, as it puts them at risk of accidents, getting lost, or even worse. This can cause a lot of distress for caregivers and family members.

A GPS tracker device can help ensure the safety of your loved one by constantly monitoring their location. These trackers use satellite data to provide real-time location tracking. This means that caregivers, family members, or emergency responders can easily access the user’s live location.

According to Lakelyn Eichenberger, a gerontologist and caregiving advocate at Home Instead, GPS trackers are especially useful for individuals with cognitive impairment and forms of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease. So, if you have a loved one who tends to wander, investing in a GPS tracker might be a great idea to give you peace of mind.

For individuals in the early stages of dementia and who generally keep their smartphone handy, caregivers can use the “Find my phone” or “Share my location” features for a more cost-friendly alternative to GPS trackers, suggests Eichenberger.

If you or a loved one are curious to try a GPS tracker, here are three devices to consider as you start your search. (There are plenty of options available, so consider these devices just a snapshot of the market.)

AngelSense GPS Tracker Watch for Elderly, Dementia, & Alzheimer’s

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• Device cost: $229, now is for free!Subscription cost: Month-to-month subscription rate is $64.99—paying for the whole year upfront is $44.99 monthly—but with one-year contract, monthly fee is $49.99Available for purchase on Amazon or AngelSense website

PocketFinder Smart Tracker



• Device cost: $99, Subscription cost: Monthly fee of $12.95 Available for purchase at Amazon, Walmart or PocketFinder website

PocketFinder LTE GPS Trackers for Children, Pets, Seniors, & Vehicles



SecuLife Personal GPS Tracker for Elderly, Dementia, & Alzheimer’s



• Device cost: No charge for device Subscription cost: “Basic” plan includes 60 minutes a month of talk time and five-minute GPS location intervals—and costs $19 a month with an annual plan paided yearly upfront, or costs $25 per month with an annual plan or $35 monthly paid monthly without contact.

Seniors GPS Tracker – Seculife.us