Emergencies rarely come with notice, but the effects can be very disruptive to regular independence. A sudden fall, dizziness, or medical episode can turn routine activities into a dangerous situation in the blink of an eye. Meanwhile, families grow concerned over the speed of assistance that can be forthcoming when an elderly person is in trouble at home or away. As movement and health demands undergo a shift with age, even a minor incident may turn into a bigger one without appropriate support in time.