Telecare

Telecare refers to a broad range of devices designed to help keep you safe in your home and enable you to summon assistance in an emergency. The service is mainly used by older people or people with disabilities, but it can also support people who have significant health problems.

The Standard Telecare equipment consists of an alarm base unit with an inbuilt microphone and speaker. An emergency button (or pendant) is provided in addition to the main base unit and is worn around your neck or wrist to allow you to contact the Telecare service from anywhere inside your home.

To apply for the Standard Telecare system (an alarm base unit and pendant) you, or someone on your behalf, should complete an online application for standard telecare, or you can complete a paper copy of standard Telecare application. GCHSCP staff should complete the professional's request for telecare. We will use the information that you provide to assess if you meet the criteria for the service.