GreatCall unveils two new phones for the elderly: Water-resistant GreatCall Splash and Jitterbug5

GreatCall Splash and Jitterbug5

GreatCall announced updated versions of two of its award-winning health & safety devices: the GreatCall Splash and Jitterbug5.

GreatCall Splash is a water-proof device that can withstand up to 30 minutes in three feet of water.The first of the two is a water-proof device that can withstand up to 30 minutes in three feet of water. It also comes with an easy-to-use single button operation, built-in GPS receiver and extended battery life. Available in Desert Silver and Tahoe Blue, the Splash with 5Star service is priced at $49.99. Basic service starts at $14.99 per month; the GoPlan option, including Urgent Care and Link, is $19.99 per month. There is a one-time $35 activation fee and no contracts, cancellation or equipment to install.

Alongside the phone itself, inside the box there’s also a charging cradle, power adapter, accessory clip and keychain attachment.

Jitterbug5 that has a dedicated 5Star button, pressing on which users get instant access to 5Star service and its team of NAED Certified Response agents.On the other hand, we have the Jitterbug5 that has a dedicated 5Star button, pressing on which users get instant access to 5Star service and its team of NAED Certified Response agents. Featuring “unrivaled ease-of-use,” the device has a bright screen, loudspeaker and big buttons with backlit keypad. Voice Dial is also supported for quick access to hundreds of speed-dial contacts from one’s contact lists.

Available in red, white and blue – the Jitterbug5 is priced at $99.00. Again, the basic service starts at $14.99 with the best value GoPlan option.

With the GreatCall’s GoPlan offering, users get access to the full benefits of the portfolio of health and safety apps, including: Urgent Care, with unlimited access to registered nurses or board certified doctors; MedCoach, daily medication reminders and GreatCall Link, smartphone app to provide status updates of users’ device and whereabouts.