Living Alone in Glasgow? Stay Safe with a Daily Check-in

Glasgow's strong community spirit doesn't mean everyone has someone checking on them daily. A free check-in fills that gap.

Free forever • No credit card • iOS & Android

I'm Alive app showing the I'm Okay check-in button

The Problem

Sound familiar? You're not alone.

Living far from parents in India

Daily phone calls are hard to schedule across busy lives

No reliable way to know if something's wrong without constant checking

How I'm Alive Solves This

A simple solution that actually works.

One-tap daily check-in takes seconds from their routine

You're notified instantly only when they miss their check-in

Works on any smartphone—no special hardware needed

Why This Works for You

  • Glasgow has a large population of older residents living alone in tenement flats
  • University of Glasgow, Strathclyde, and GCU students living independently
  • Scottish weather and long winters make daily check-ins a smart safety habit
  • Free on iOS and Android — no subscription needed

How It Works

Three simple steps.

1

Set Your Time

Choose when to check in each day

2

Tap I'm Okay

One tap confirms you're safe

3

Auto-Alert

Miss a check-in? Contact is notified

Features

One-Tap Check-In

Large, easy button - done in seconds

Customizable Schedule

Set your perfect check-in time

Smart Alerts

Escalating notifications if you miss

Check-In Notes

Add context like 'Going hiking today'

History Tracking

See all your past check-ins

Free to Start

Core safety features always free

Frequently Asked Questions

My gran lives alone in a Glasgow tenement.

She checks in once daily with one tap. If she misses it, you get escalating alerts. Simple and reliable.

I'm a student at Strathclyde living alone.

Set a parent as your contact. One tap daily gives them peace of mind. No more guilt about not calling.

Is this free?

Completely free — no subscription, no hidden costs. Free forever.

Does it work across Glasgow?

Yes — city centre, East End, West End, South Side, anywhere with mobile signal.

I live alone and work night shifts.

Set your check-in time for when you wake up. The app works around your schedule, not the other way around.

Get Started in 2 Minutes

Download I'm Alive today and give yourself and your loved ones peace of mind. It's completely free.

Free forever • No credit card required • iOS & Android

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