Benefits of Sentinel Monitoring
Sentinel delivers meaningful benefits to individuals, their families, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
What Monitoring Delivers
Enhanced Safety
Monitoring ensures that emergencies can be identified and addressed quickly.
Greater Independence
People can continue living safely in their own homes and in the community.
Peace of Mind for Families
Caregivers know that support is available at all times.
Support for Caregivers and Healthcare Providers
Monitoring helps extend care between provider visits.
Improved Emergency Response
Faster response times can improve outcomes during critical situations.
The Sentinel Difference
See how Sentinel compares to Basic and National PERS providers.
| Feature | The Sentinel Difference | Basic PERS | National PERS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Response | Custom Family & Support Call Trees | Monitoring Center Only | Monitoring Center + Limited Family Alerts |
| Fall Detection | Gyroscope + Accelerometer | Optional / Basic | Usually Included |
| GPS Tracking | *Optional Add-On Feature | Rare | Common on Mobile Units |
| Geo-Fencing | *Optional Add-On Feature | Rare | Available on Select Models |
| Battery Life | Up to 77 Hours | 24–48 Hours | 24–72 Hours |
| False Alert Cancel | Yes | Sometimes | Usually |
| Backup Wearable While Charging | Yes | Rare | Limited |
| Voice Reminders | Included | Rare | Limited |
| Waterproof Rating | Rugged weather resistance IP67 | Basic Splash Resistance | IP67 on Premium Models |
| Extreme Temperature Use | −4°F to 140°F | Indoor Focused | Moderate Outdoor Use |
| Accessories Included | Dock, Charger, Lanyard, and More | Minimal | Varies |
| Ideal User | Active Seniors, Home Care, I/DD Support | Traditional In-Home Seniors | Mobile / Active Seniors |
Emergency Response
- The Sentinel DifferenceCustom Family & Support Call Trees
- Basic PERSMonitoring Center Only
- National PERSMonitoring Center + Limited Family Alerts
Fall Detection
- The Sentinel DifferenceGyroscope + Accelerometer
- Basic PERSOptional / Basic
- National PERSUsually Included
GPS Tracking
- The Sentinel Difference*Optional Add-On Feature
- Basic PERSRare
- National PERSCommon on Mobile Units
Geo-Fencing
- The Sentinel Difference*Optional Add-On Feature
- Basic PERSRare
- National PERSAvailable on Select Models
Battery Life
- The Sentinel DifferenceUp to 77 Hours
- Basic PERS24–48 Hours
- National PERS24–72 Hours
False Alert Cancel
- The Sentinel DifferenceYes
- Basic PERSSometimes
- National PERSUsually
Backup Wearable While Charging
- The Sentinel DifferenceYes
- Basic PERSRare
- National PERSLimited
Voice Reminders
- The Sentinel DifferenceIncluded
- Basic PERSRare
- National PERSLimited
Waterproof Rating
- The Sentinel DifferenceRugged weather resistance IP67
- Basic PERSBasic Splash Resistance
- National PERSIP67 on Premium Models
Extreme Temperature Use
- The Sentinel Difference−4°F to 140°F
- Basic PERSIndoor Focused
- National PERSModerate Outdoor Use
Accessories Included
- The Sentinel DifferenceDock, Charger, Lanyard, and More
- Basic PERSMinimal
- National PERSVaries
Ideal User
- The Sentinel DifferenceActive Seniors, Home Care, I/DD Support
- Basic PERSTraditional In-Home Seniors
- National PERSMobile / Active Seniors
*With Add-On Purchase
Why Choose Sentinel Services
Extended battery life reduces charging interruptions.
Customized caregiver workflows improve response coordination.
GPS and geo-fencing support independent living and wandering prevention.
Advanced fall detection technology enhances user safety.
Built for seniors, developmental disabilities, home health, hospice, and independent living.