Excellent link to RUOK. At one time Boswell Hospital had a similar program. It had a real person who called. Don't know if it is still available.
I was glad to find this. I'd read about it last year but then I couldn't find it again. I thougt maybe it wasn't available anymore. I always worry something will happen to me and my dogs will be stuck in the house without food or water. I know that's not the purpose of the program but it would still work.
Be sure to get a lock box from Sun City Fire Department. It will really give you peace of mind as well as save the expense of breaking down doors!
Interesting article. I agree with the person who says the automated call is not as good as the personal call.