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   As we grow older, we find ourselves becoming more concerned about personal safety or the safety of our elderly parents. Falls, sickness, household accidents; things that used to be a little more than annoyances can now become life threatening.
Vernon Medlink Safety is certainly important, but so is independence. Seniors want to be on their own, and to live in their own homes. They also don't want to be a burden to their loved ones. With Vernon Medlink offered by the Vernon Telephone Cooperative and Vernon Memorial Hospital, seniors can retain their independence with added security. Telephone Cooperatives have been providing valuable services to Rural America for many years. Vernon Medlink is a vitally important service that Vernon Telephone Cooperative is offering to its growing population of aging customers The MainStreet Messenger At the heart of the Vernon Medlink program is the award-winning MainStreet Messenger® telephone. It boasts large, backlit key pad, handset volume control (handset is hearing aid compatible), and features such as redial, speakerphone, and four speed-dial keys |
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The messenger is a state-of-the-art personal emergency response system (PERS), and includes:
 High Quality Speakerphone -- For two-way voice communication.Small, Waterproof Transmitter Button -- Can be worn in the shower or bath.Activity Monitoring - If programmed, the Messenger will send an alarm if not used in a 12, 18, or 24 hour period.Daily Reminder Feature - If programmed, four daily reminders can easily be programmed for medication, appointments, etc.Rechargeable back-up battery for short-term power failures (up to six hours)How Vernon Medlink and the MainStreet Messenger® work  Should an elderly or disabled customer become ill or fall, he/she can call for immediate help by pressing the alert button on the Messenger or the personal transmitter.
The high quality, lightweight, and waterproof transmitters are durable and comfortable to wear (on the wrist or around the neck). If a senior requires assistance, a simple press of the button will get them the help they need.
When activated, the Messenger immediately calls the Vernon Memorial Hospital where trained professional dispatchers will be in two-way voice contact with the customer requesting assistance. Important information on the customer is displayed at the monitoring station allowing the dispatcher to determine the nature of the call and to take the appropriate action. With the MainStreet Messenger, help in an emergency is just moments away. MainStreet Messenger Charges One time installation charge- $20.00 Monthly lease - $ 20.00 (includes MainStreet Messenger, one personal transmitter, and 24-hour monitoring service. Additional charges apply for extra transmitters, smoke detectors, or motion sensors. In (state), Medicaid will reimburse eligible patients for the MainStreet Messenger system. What Seniors Say about the Mainstreet Messenger ® For Information on Vernon Medlink, please contact: Phone: (608) 634-3136, (800) 543-2029 Fax: (608) 634-2000 vernontel@vernontel.com |
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Vernon Telephone Cooperative 103 N. Main Street Westby, WI 54667 Phone: (608) 634-3136, (800) 543-2029 Fax: (608) 634-2000 Email: vernontel@vernontel.com |  |
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