Medical alert systems ain’t cheap. There’s the price of the hardware ($50 to a few hundred), the charge to set everything up (set aside $100 for that) and a monthly fee of $20 to $40 for the ongoing service. All for a little button on a necklace? It’s highway robbery.

Here’s the good news: With the right settings and subscriptions, your smart home assistant can help you call or contact your loved ones in an Emergency. Before you rely on one, though, there are a few things you need to know. 

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