The Silent Crisis: How Welfare Calls Can Save Lives and Keep Elderly Australians Connected
Every day, thousands of elderly Australians wake up alone. For some, it’s by choice—enjoying the independence of living at home. For others, it’s an unfortunate reality—one of isolation, loneliness, and, at times, neglect. With families busier than ever and carers stretched to their limits, the heartbreaking truth is that some elderly individuals can go days, even weeks, without meaningful contact. But what if there was a simple way to change that? A Small Call That Makes a Big Difference For older Australians living alone, a single check-in call can be the difference between safety and tragedy. A missed call could be the first sign that something is wrong—a fall, a sudden illness, or an emergency no one knew about. That’s why CareAlert has introduced its Automated Welfare Call Service, a simple yet powerful solution designed to provide peace of mind for families and reassurance for seniors. With this service, elderly individuals receive up to two scheduled calls per day, providing a q...