New York has one of the largest senior populations in the United States, which presents a problem for state officials as well as seniors. There is a great demand for senior services, and there is not always enough to go around. Seniors can help themselves by acquiring a New York medical alert system.

With so many people over the age of 65 in the state, there could be problems housing seniors who need assistance. If you are one of those who would like to be in an assisted living facility or a nursing home but there just is no room, you might want to consider getting a medical alert system while you wait.

With such a New York medical alert system, you would have constant monitoring. If there is  medical or any other type of emergency, all you would have to do is press the button on your medical alert pendant and within moments you would be talking with a medically trained operator who has all of your vital information. After assessing the situation, the monitor will send an ambulance to your home if necessary.

It is almost as good as being in a group setting. Some say it is better because you get to live in your own home; you retain the independence that is so important to most seniors.

Speaking of New York, one issue that seniors there do not really face to face is transportation, especially in New York City. That’s because there is an extensive public transportation system to help seniors get around. If, however, you are too frail to use the system, there are many city and state services that provide rides to seniors to get to medical appointments or run errands.

And now there are even mobile New York medical alert systems that you can take with you on the bus or wherever, so you can be covered anywhere you go.