Case Study 2 - The Elderly There are many senior citizens across the UK who choose to live alone, enjoying an independent lifestyle; at the same time, there are just as many relatives and friends who want to know that these older people are receiving all the care and attention they need. The Skyguard service is designed to give reassurance not just to users, but to people close to them who want to be confident that older relatives will be taken care of in the event of an emergency. Herta who is in her late 80's, is currently using the Skyguard 500 service. But it was her son, Maris, who advised her to try it, and he feels that he benefits as much as she does from the peace of mind it provides. "My Mum is a very active and independent lady," he says, "but I still worry that one day she might become ill at home or have a fall on her way to the shops. Although we live in the same area as Mum, my wife and I are often out of town with work, and it is the instant contact she can get using the Skyminder that makes us all feel happier. Most importantly, none of us would want to live any other way - Mum can enjoy being in her own home, and we can travel regularly knowing that help is always there for her if it s needed."