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Since 2018, Essunga Municipality has been using mobile personal safety alarms from MiniFinder as part of its support for people living with dementia, both in residential care facilities and in ordinary housing. The municipality was an early adopter of the technology and, over the years, has gained valuable experience in how a GPS-based safety alarm can enhance security, give users greater freedom of movement, and at the same time improve working conditions for care staff.

With a clear focus on individual needs, Essunga has built a structure in which the safety solution is integrated into daily operations. The result is a strong example of how welfare technology can bring tangible benefits to both staff and users.

 Working dogs play a vital role in public safety – particularly in rescue operations and search missions. One of the organisations using MiniFinder Rex is Svenska Räddningshundar (Swedish Rescue Dogs), where technology gives the handler and dog a tool that can be the link between life and death in a rescue operation.

In the summer of 2016, a Swedish municipality began exploring the use of mobile personal safety alarms, driven by a desire to create greater freedom for both users and staff. The aim was to evaluate how GPS-based solutions could enhance independence and safety within elderly care. After initial trials with a few units, the use quickly expanded to cover most of the organization – from home care and dementia support to improving working conditions for staff.

Falls are the most common cause of medical visits in Sweden. According to the Public Health Agency of Sweden, around 100,000 people suffer fall-related injuries each year, which corresponds to 7 out of 10 individuals.

MiniFinder has entered into a new partnership with Omsorgsportalen, a digital marketplace for welfare technology, to increase the accessibility of smart and mobile personal safety alarms for private individuals.

Working alone early in the morning, late at night, or on weekends is common for many in the retail sector. In some stores, staff are even responsible for locking up and setting the alarm system themselves. This increases their vulnerability, and many retail employees report feeling unsafe at work. According to a report from Handels, one in three members worry about being exposed to threats, violence, or other crimes during their shifts. Furthermore, four in ten employees often work alone or without nearby colleagues who could assist in an emergency.

When it comes to safety and security, MiniFinder Watch, a mobile safety alarm, offers a more flexible and functional solution than a traditional stationary safety alarm.

When our loved ones age or suffer from illnesses that make it difficult for them to take care of themselves, it's natural to feel concern for their safety and well-being.

Want to simplify the reporting of your vehicle trips? With MiniFinder’s GPS puck installed in your car and connected to our app, you get a modern, electronic driving log that does the job for you – automatically and in real time.