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Any recommendations on a monitoring system just in case my mom needs me and I'm upstairs or in the yard?? Pref with audio capabilities

I used the simplest baby monitor I could find at Target. The one I chose had a little battery-powered portable unit I could take out into the backyard, etc.
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I used the original Blink cameras in my house when my husband was still alive to be able to check on him when I had to leave the house. They only had the one way talk where I could hear him but he couldn't me.
However they now have 2 way talk, so you can check on your mom from wherever you may be and she can talk to you and you to her.
And the Blink cameras are not expensive at all. You however would have to be the one checking in on your mom through your phone and not vice a versa.
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Alexa is the first thing that pops into my mind.
A baby monitor or security cameras in the house as well as outside. You can monitor on your phone.,
Real basic also would be simple walkie talkie most of the ones you can get at a sporting or camping store would be good in and around the house, not so good if you have to run to the store.
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Wyze. Use the App and camera. I have 3 cam (no Pan) installed. Decline subscription. Camera cost about 40 US each. I use app on Iphone and Ipad.
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There are inexpensive YI cameras that you can set anywhere and use your phone app. No speech accomadations, thouth
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The camera below dings my phone every time she moves (my settings choice) and we can talk. It has been really helpful when I'm in the yard or even when I'm out-of-state and want to talk to the caregiver in the room. The sound isn't great but enough to talk, & we get on the phone for more details. TP-Link Tapo 1080P Indoor... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0866S3D82?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
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We bought a baby monitor. We got two types of monitoring devices for my 92 year old mother. She is a fall risk. One is a Lunderg call button. It has a ribbon that my mom can put around her neck when she is up and we tie it onto her bed security rail at night. When she needs to go to the bathroom or get out of bed she just presses her red button and we get a signal on the receiver. Mom love it! We purchased it on Amazon along with the Lunderg under bed alarm and a chair alarm. All of these devices have been wonderful! The other device we purchased is a camera monitor. We can see all of her bedroom and even talk to her. It has been a God send for our family. It is a Hello Baby and we bought it on Amazon.
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I use Arlo indoor security cameras at my mom's nursing home in her memory care unit. I purchased them at Best Buy. It is a little pricey but definitely worth it. It has a great picture (2K HD) and there's audio so you can hear as well. It is very surprising what you catch on the videos. The monthly subscription is only $13/mo and the first month is free. It was fairly easy to install. Just had to buy a router/modem and pay for the wifi connection separately for her room. The wifi through our local internet company is $30/mo. I just wished we would have installed the cameras sooner when she first moved in. My mother has severe Alzheimer's.
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SusanHeart Jul 27, 2024
nord0170 You made me laugh with the comment on what you see happening; I caught the director of nursing lying to me multiple times with it, and ended up getting the executive director and the ombudsman involved.

But yes it was one of the best investments I made while my father was in AL.

Keep in mind that you might need permission from the facility to install them. I went with the "ignorance is bliss" attitude; but after I brought the incidents I was forced to place a sign on the entrance door stating that it had video surveillance on, which brought an entirely different problem with my father. :-/
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I agree with all the above recommendations. I also purchased a baby monitor that is also portable and gives me a lot more freedom. My wife is aware of it and all she has to do is speak or call for me.
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My wife had a stroke last year and needs my help at times. We use a remote system brand "Calltou". It has remote buttons the size of a breakfast biscuit and tone alarms that are plugged in to any electrical outlet. You can have multiple buttons and alarms. The tune and volume are selectable. These come with lanyards to be worn or we hang them on door handles or just place it on side tables. There is no voice capability. A small walky-talky might be a help if you need to communicate.
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I have had blink and ring and was tired of the contract. I tried Eufy and love it. I have the 220 pan and tilt and it is live 24/7 so I can have it up on my tablet or phone and hear mom. It is wonderful to have the ability to move the camera from my phone. It is only 36.00 on Amazon and sometimes it goes up to 56.00. Purchase the 128 memory chip and you are on your way. It works at night too but I didn’t like the infrared lights on it so I got some simple plug in lights for her so she can see without turning on the lights, then I turned off the infrared. Works great and clear. I also turned off the LED that comes on when it is recording sound, movement, human or pet. We loved Eufy so much we ended up getting the doorbell and a couple of more cameras. I can talk to mom and she can talk to me. I love the ability to see 24/7 live
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funkygrandma59 Jul 27, 2024
There is no contract with Blink cameras just FYI. I've had them for 6 years now and only had to pay the initial price of about $129.00 for 3 cameras back then, nothing more.
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Lwayne: Perhaps you can use Alexa.
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My mother's primary suggested using cameras set up in various places where your mom may need help. I have two that I got from Amazon. They are small and discreet and with the app on your phone you can monitor her anywhere. As for the audio, I'm sure they have some with that capability too. I haven't had a chance to put mine up yet as I'm not sure where they would do the greater good. I think the bathroom and maybe her bedroom would be the best for my mother.
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