What to Do If Parent Won't Use Technology

They don't need to learn an app. They need to tap one button. That's it. Even tech-resistant parents can do this.

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

The Problem

Sound familiar? You're not alone.

Every app or device you've tried has been abandoned

They get frustrated and give up on anything technical

You've run out of tech solutions simple enough for them

How I'm Alive Solves This

A simple solution that actually works.

Literally one button to tap—no menus, no navigation, no accounts to manage

Works on any phone they already have, even basic smartphones

Automatic reminders mean they don't have to remember to open anything

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

They can barely use their phone. Can they really do this?

If they can tap a notification, they can use this. We've designed for the absolute minimum technical ability. No typing, no scrolling, no passwords to remember.

They've rejected every tech solution I've suggested.

This is different because it asks almost nothing of them. Show them: notification appears, they tap it, done. Under 3 seconds. Most resistance comes from complexity—this has none.

What if they don't have a smartphone?

They need at minimum a basic smartphone that can receive notifications. If they only have a flip phone, a family member might help them upgrade to a simple Android device.

Can someone else set it up for them?

Absolutely. You install the app, configure everything, and hand them back the phone. All they ever see is a reminder notification and a check-in button.