My mom, normally the most easy going of people, really put her foot down when it came to a life alert. No, nope, no way. Did. Not. Want. It. I could not figure out why she didn't want it. May have had something to do with my alcoholic bro, who lives with her. Maybe not. Remains a mystery. I agree that in your case, and in mine, things could be worse. Still, doesn't hurt to be vigilant.