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Personal Emergency Response Systems

A Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) is an electronic device that allows people to call for help in an emergency by pressing a button. PERSs are designed to help people who are at high risk, such as older adults or people living with a disability.

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Each county in Wisconsin has a physical center where seniors and people with disabilities can come for information, assistance, and support.

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Last revised February 1, 2025