PERS stands for Personal Emergency Response Service. PERS is a medical alert system supported by PIC for emergency incidents
Yes, PERS is a fee for service system for monitoring members who might be at risk for falls or another emergency event. The cost of the program depends on which unit the members selects.
Both members and non-members of PIC program can participate in this program.
No, the system is monitored by another organization called Connect America. However, PIC is notified should a member have an emergency event and someone from the Member Care office will contact the member the following day to check on him or her.
No. Service is scheduled on a first-come first served basis. PIC Mobility does not do emergency requests.
The Mobility Bus is an on-demand service and the rate is based on time and distance. Up to 20 miles, the cost is $100 per hour. You do not have to be a member of PIC in order to use the Mobility Bus. There is a one-time application fee. The application can be completed over the phone or you can complete it online via the PIC website.
No. Service is scheduled on a first-come first served basis. PIC Mobility does not do emergency requests.
