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not in the same building I would love to find a device that helps detect my seizures, so it can alert them so when one does hit me during the night, I can let them know is when I normally have one in there is no way I’m gonna be able to get a hold of them saying help I need you due to an episode that is currently happening. Just wondering if anybody has used this or if anyone knows anything about it and if it’s good or not.

August 25
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Good post, I agree with the epilepsy team mentioned about it and other people's opinions here, I don't have one and have kept track of them by my estimate of them and people letting me know, and sometimes wondering if I did or not, but ar ok with me and my doc, but get people's opinions here which is ok with and go to your doc about the situation you have at hand and go from there about good luck with your outcome with and a solution for in the long run with my opinion here amen

August 27
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I have one, but I never wear it, it is too uncomfortable. And not enough time. When I feel a seizure coming on, just do not have enough time to swipe it

August 26
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I never any device. Be married is helpful . Christina is a great partner in life a wonderful supporter. She knew what she was getting into upfront since we have known each other since preteen years . 50 years of knowing somebody it boggles the mind. Been married 30 years. ericthom3

August 26
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Living alone with nocturnal seizures is a real concern, and it's great that you're looking into devices that can help keep you safe and give your parents peace of mind too!

While the NightWatch armband specifically isn't covered in the available information, there are several seizure-detection devices worth exploring that Show Full Answer

Living alone with nocturnal seizures is a real concern, and it's great that you're looking into devices that can help keep you safe and give your parents peace of mind too!

While the NightWatch armband specifically isn't covered in the available information, there are several seizure-detection devices worth exploring that could work well for your situation.

Here are some options to consider:

- Embrace2 Watch – FDA-approved for detecting tonic-clonic seizures, it monitors skin activity and motion, then automatically texts or calls your designated contacts (like your parents!) when a seizure is detected. It requires a doctor's prescription.
- SeizAlarm App – Works with an Apple Watch or iPhone to detect seizure-related movements and automatically alerts your emergency contacts with your location.
- Epilert Bracelet – Monitors heart rate, motion, skin temperature, and more. Has a caregiver app that notifies your parents and shares your location. A few important things to keep in mind:

- No device detects all seizure types, so it's worth discussing with your neurologist which device best matches your specific seizure activity.
- Some devices may send false alarms occasionally.
- Most wearable options require a monthly subscription or ongoing fees beyond the device cost.

Talking to your epilepsy care team is the best first step — they can recommend the most suitable option based on your seizure type and lifestyle.

August 25
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I would just like to find something that can detect my seizures plus call for help if I need it when I’m not able to call for help I live in a garage apartment behind my parents house but there’s not any way for me to say hey I need you if something hits me to the fact most of the time my seizures going to fall convulsive or they’re absent and I don’t have any recollection from him. That’s why I was asking about this device, there’s also a Sami device on the market. That I have seen online as well. Only thing I’ve gotten from a doctor has pretty much said the best thing to have is probably a service dog that can detect seizures but a thing with that that’s very expensive plus the organizations that do the service dog placement require a person to have several seizures before they will even qualify you for a service dog

August 29

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