Living Alone in Vancouver? Stay Connected and Safe
Vancouver's high cost of living means more people live alone than ever. A free daily check-in keeps your family informed without intrusive calls.
Free forever • No credit card • iOS & Android
The Problem
Sound familiar? You're not alone.
Worrying about an aging parent living alone in Vancouver
Daily phone calls are hard to schedule across busy lives
No reliable way to know 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 the moment they miss a check-in — not before
No pendant, no hardware, no GPS tracking — location only in a real emergency, auto-deleted in 72 hours
Why This Works for You
- Vancouver has one of the highest rates of single-person households in Canada
- Outdoor activities like hiking in North Shore mountains and skiing at Whistler make check-ins essential for solo adventurers
- Rain, winter storms, and earthquake risk make daily check-ins a smart safety habit
- Free on iOS and Android — works across Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, and beyond
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 (Protect Me)
Escalating notifications to your contacts if you miss a check-in
Check-In Notes
Add context like 'Going hiking today'
History Tracking
See all your past check-ins
Free to Start
Daily self check-in and reminders are always free; add Protect Me for contact alerting
Frequently Asked Questions
I hike alone on the North Shore trails. Can this help?
Set a check-in for when you expect to return. On Protect Me, if you miss it your emergency contact is automatically alerted. It's your digital trail safety net.
My mom lives alone in a Vancouver apartment.
She checks in once a day with one tap, and the free check-in reminds her if she's late. On Protect Me, you get escalating alerts if she misses it. Works perfectly for seniors in apartments and condos.
Does it work in areas with poor cell coverage like Whistler backcountry?
The app needs connectivity only at check-in time. Set your check-in for when you'll be back in range. If you miss it, alerts go out automatically.
Is this free?
The daily check-in and reminders to you are free forever, with no hidden subscription. Family alerting on a missed check-in is part of Protect Me.
I live alone and Vancouver gets earthquakes. How does this help?
On Protect Me, if an earthquake prevents you from checking in your emergency contact is alerted automatically. They can then check on you, call neighbors, or contact 911. It's an extra layer of safety for seismically active areas.
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Free forever • No credit card required • iOS & Android
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