I mentioned to my elder grandmother that I wanted to get her a life alert device and she said she didn't want me spending money on that. (Even know she has fallen 3 times inside her home in the past 45 days). Was just thinking there should be an alternative to pressing a button and reaching me on my cell phone if she needs help...
I don't know of anything that would just call you, but there may be something out there. You'd still likely have to pay for the service, however. Any way you look at it, having these devices can be very helpful.
Take care,
Carol