Care Trak System is telemetry based. Telemetry is radio waves; much like a local broadcast radio station sends a signal to a car or clock radio. Since the radio signal goes through most walls, it is possible to locate an individual in a building. The telemetry signal goes through most objects for pinpoint accuracy. Lost individuals can be located up to a mile, day or night, inside or outside. The cost of Care Trak is $3.29 per month or $39.48 per year for a simple battery and attaching band change 6 times per year. It does not require satellites, subscriptions, software, or additional costs. http://www.caretrak.com/ Funding: Not covered by Medicaid or Medicare. It may be covered by private insurance depending on the plan. Who has access? Available to individuals with diagnosed dementia and special needs. Benefits: • Inexpensive, able to track loved one indoors Limitations: • Not effective if the individual is farther than a mile away
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