Caregiver Call Bells & Wireless Pagers, Made for New Zealand Homes
A caregiver call bell is a simple wireless alert system that lets your loved one call for help at the press of a button. Receive instant alerts in the next room or, with our smart WiFi models, anywhere via your smartphone.
Ideal for elderly care, home recovery, or everyday peace of mind, our caregiver call bells and wireless pagers help you stay connected while supporting greater independence at home.
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CF100 Smart WiFi Caregiver Call Bell System with SOS Wristband & Call Button
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CF206 Smart WiFi Caregiver Call Bell System with 2 Call Buttons & Caregiver Watch
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Compare Our Caregiver Call Bell Systems
Both systems send an instant alert the moment a call button is pressed, and both connect to WiFi so you can receive notifications on your phone even when you're away from the house. The main difference is how the caregiver receives the alert at home.
| Feature | CF100 - SOS Wristband & Call Button | CF206 - 2 Call Buttons & Caregiver Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | One person being cared for at home; wearable wristband so the button is always within reach | Busy caregivers who move around the house or garden - alerts arrive on a wrist-worn caregiver watch |
| What's included | Receiver, SOS wristband, call button | Receiver with LCD display, 2 call buttons, caregiver watch receiver |
| Alerts on your phone | Yes - WiFi app notifications, at home or away | Yes - WiFi app notifications, at home or away |
| In-home alert style | Plug-in receiver with ringtones and volume options | LCD receiver plus wearable caregiver watch, so alerts follow you room to room |
| Also works as | Doorbell and home security alert receiver | Doorbell / visitor alert with customisable ringtones |
| Suits | Home care, couples, post-surgery recovery at home | Home care, multi-room homes, small care settings |
| View details | CF100 product page | CF206 product page |
Current pricing and availability are shown on each product page.
Caregiver Call Bells, Pagers and Medical Alarms - What's the Difference?
Shoppers searching for a "caregiver pager", "call bell" or "medical alarm" in NZ often mean different things. Here's a plain-English guide to the main types, so you can choose with confidence.
Smart WiFi caregiver call bell
A call button (or SOS wristband) paired with a home receiver plus app notifications over WiFi. Alerts reach you in the house and on your phone when you're out. One-off purchase, no monthly fees. Our CF100 and CF206 are this type.
Wireless caregiver pager
The classic RF setup: button press rings a portable or plug-in receiver within the home. Simple and reliable for room-to-room use. Both of our systems include this local RF alerting alongside their WiFi smarts.
Monitored medical alarm
A subscription service where the button connects to a 24/7 monitoring centre that can call emergency services. Suits people who live alone without a nearby caregiver. We don't sell monitored alarms - a caregiver call bell is designed for homes where a family member or carer responds.
GPS personal alarm / emergency watch
A mobile pendant or watch with a SIM card for alerts away from home. Useful for active, independent wearers out and about. Our call bell systems are home-based - the WiFi app is what extends their reach when the caregiver is away.
Honest guidance: if the person you care for lives alone and may need emergency services without anyone nearby to respond, a monitored medical alarm service may be the safer fit. For everyday care at home with family close by, a caregiver call bell offers instant contact without ongoing costs.
Alerts at Home. Notifications Anywhere.
Traditional caregiver pagers only work within the house. Our smart systems combine RF wireless (for instant in-home alerts, even if the internet drops) with WiFi app notifications - so a quick trip to the shops doesn't mean being out of reach.
- Press once, alert everywhere - the receiver sounds at home while the app notifies your phone in real time.
- Everyone stays in the loop - family members can share app access, so whoever is closest can respond.
- Adjustable ringtones and volume - choose a sound that's easy to hear without startling anyone.
- Doorbell & visitor alerts built in - one system covers care calls and the front door.
- Simple plug-and-pair setup - no installer, no wiring, no lock-in contract.
How to Choose a Caregiver Call Bell in NZ
Four quick questions will point you to the right system for your home and routine.
Think about who presses the button
If keeping a button nearby is the challenge, a wearable SOS wristband (CF100) means it's always on their wrist. If buttons will sit at the bedside and in the bathroom, a two-button system (CF206) covers both spots.
Think about how you'll receive alerts
Always within earshot of one room? A plug-in receiver is enough. Moving between rooms, garden or garage? The CF206's caregiver watch keeps alerts on your wrist wherever you are.
Consider time away from home
Both systems send app notifications over WiFi, so short trips out don't break the connection. Check your home WiFi reaches the rooms where the buttons will live.
Match the system to the care situation
A caregiver call bell suits homes where someone can respond. If the person lives alone and may need emergency help with no one nearby, talk to your GP or a monitored-alarm provider about the right option.
Where a Caregiver Call Bell Earns Its Keep
Caring for elderly parents
Mum or Dad can call from the bedroom or bathroom without shouting - and you can get on with your day knowing you'll hear about it the moment they need a hand.
Couples caring for each other
A wristband or bedside button gives partners easy contact around the house, day and night - reassurance for both of you.
Recovery at home
After surgery or a hospital stay, a call button by the bed means help with getting up, meals or medication is one press away while independence returns.
Small care settings
Home-based carers, respite houses and small clinics can use multiple call points with one receiver, keeping response times short without a wired nurse-call installation.
A caregiver call bell is a communication device, not a medical device - it doesn't monitor health conditions or contact emergency services. If the situation calls for professional care advice, your GP or a needs assessment service (via your local Needs Assessment and Service Coordination team) is the right place to start.
Caregiver Call Bell FAQs
What is a caregiver call bell and how does it work?
A caregiver call bell is a wireless button system for the home. The person being cared for presses a call button or SOS wristband, and the caregiver is alerted instantly through a plug-in receiver, a wearable caregiver watch, or a smartphone app. Our systems use RF wireless for in-home alerts plus WiFi for app notifications when you're out.
Do caregiver pagers have monthly fees in NZ?
Our caregiver call bell systems have no monthly fees, contracts or monitoring subscriptions - you buy the system once and it's yours. That's the key difference from monitored medical alarm services, which charge ongoing fees for a 24/7 response centre.
What's the difference between a caregiver call bell and a medical alarm?
A caregiver call bell alerts a family member or carer, at home or via app. A monitored medical alarm connects to a professional monitoring centre that can call emergency services, usually for a monthly fee. If the person lives alone without anyone nearby to respond, a monitored alarm may be the safer choice - a call bell is designed for homes where a caregiver responds.
Will the alerts still work if the internet goes down?
Yes - in-home alerting runs on RF wireless between the button and the receiver, so it keeps working without WiFi. The internet connection is only needed for smartphone app notifications when you're away from home.
Can more than one family member receive alerts?
Yes. App access can be shared, so several family members can receive notifications on their phones and whoever is closest can respond. At home, the CF206 adds a wearable caregiver watch so alerts follow the main caregiver from room to room.
Are these systems hard to set up?
No - setup is plug-and-pair: plug in the receiver, pair the buttons, and connect the app to your home WiFi. There's no wiring or installer needed, and the buttons can be worn, carried, or mounted where they're most useful, such as the bedside or bathroom.
Is there any funding help for caregiver equipment in NZ?
Some households may qualify for support with daily-living equipment through a needs assessment (arranged via your GP or local Needs Assessment and Service Coordination service). Criteria change, so check current eligibility with your assessor. Our systems are also priced as an affordable one-off purchase - current pricing is on each product page.
Wellness Hub
Practical, plain-language guides to help you set up at-home care alerting - how caregiver call bells and wireless pagers work, how they compare to monitored medical alarms, and how to choose the right system for your family.
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