Abstract: A personal monitoring system includes a pad for positioning under a patient. A sensor in the pad detects when the patient gets off of the pad. A radio in communication with the sensor transmits a radio frequency event signal to a monitor positioned away from the pad that provides an alarm signal in response to the patient getting off of the pad. The monitor transmits a confirmation signal to the pad to inform the pad to cease transmitting the event signal.

Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, an alarm assembly for a wheel chair is disclosed. A pair of mounting brackets is combined to the frame underneath the seat of the wheel chair. A removable and extendable switch-bar selectively combines to the mounting brackets. The switch-bar is adjustable in length to accommodate chairs of various widths and selectively positionable on the mounting brackets to change the distance between the seat and switch. The switch on the switch-bar senses the presence of a patient and in response to the absence of a patient communicates an alarm signal to the alarm.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a simple alarm system that is activated when an actuator pin is pulled from a base. Unlike prior art personal alarm devices, the present invention does not require the user to activate the alarm manually. Therefore, the present invention may generate a signal for help when, for example, a patient has fallen and become unconscious or a patient at risk attempts to leave a safe, confined space.