Living Alone in Halifax? Stay Connected with Daily Check-ins
Atlantic Canada's largest city has a growing solo population. A free daily check-in keeps your family informed — through nor'easters and beyond.
Free forever • No credit card • iOS & Android

The Problem
Sound familiar? You're not alone.
Living alone in Halifax with family far away
No one would notice for days if something went wrong
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
- Halifax has a large population of seniors aging in place independently
- Atlantic storms, nor'easters, and power outages make daily check-ins a smart safety habit
- Students at Dalhousie, Saint Mary's, and MSVU often live alone for the first time
- Free on iOS and Android — works across HRM and rural Nova Scotia
How It Works
Three simple steps.
Set Your Time
Choose when to check in each day
Tap I'm Okay
One tap confirms you're safe
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
I'm a senior living alone in Dartmouth.
Check in once daily with one tap. If you miss it, your family member gets escalating alerts. It's your daily safety net — simple and reliable.
Atlantic storms knock out power regularly.
If a storm prevents your check-in, that's exactly when your family should be alerted. The app works as long as your phone has battery and brief connectivity.
I'm at Dal and my family is in Ontario.
One daily tap replaces the 'are you okay?' calls. Your parents get peace of mind without you having to remember to call every day.
Is this free?
Yes — completely free. No subscription, no costs. Daily check-ins and automatic family alerts are free forever.
Does this work in rural Nova Scotia?
The app needs only a moment of cell service once per day. If you have any connectivity during the day, you can check in.
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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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