You'll never wonder if mum is okay again.
We call your parent every day at the same time. They say yes. You see ✅. If they don't answer after two tries, we alert you immediately — automatically.
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1,450 missing person reports filed in Singapore last year — the majority were seniors.
sentiment_dissatisfied Before OkElder
- removeConstant background worry about your parent's well-being.
- removeFeeling guilty for being too busy to call every single day.
- removeNo way to know if something went wrong — until hours later.
- removeParent feels like a burden or annoyed by "check-up" calls.
- removeNo early warning if mum left home and didn't return.
sentiment_satisfied After OkElder
- checkPeace of mind knowing they are checked on daily.
- checkCalls from you are for connection, not obligation — caregiving feels like a choice again.
- checkParent maintains independence with a dignified daily routine.
- checkFirst alert — a missed morning call is often the earliest sign something's wrong.
How It Works
1. You Set It Up
Choose the time and language for the daily call online.
2. They Answer
We call their existing phone. They say hello or press '1'.
3. You Know
You get a text ONLY if they miss the call or need help.
What Families Say
Illustrative feedback based on the families OkElder is designed for. Each senior confirms consent before calls begin. Alerts only send after two missed attempts.
“OkElder gives me incredible peace of mind. Knowing my dad gets a friendly check-in call every morning at 9:05 AM means I don't start my day worrying. It's completely removed the guilt I felt when I couldn't call him right away.”
“My mother appreciates that she doesn't have to learn a new app or wear a device. She just picks up her familiar home phone. It respects her independence while ensuring we know she's safe and sound.”
“My father is very independent but lives alone. This service gives us both a gentle way to stay connected without feeling like I'm hovering. It's the perfect balance.”
“The daily call is so quick and simple. My mum actually looks forward to it as part of her morning routine. It's a small price for so much peace of mind.”
Compare Your Options
See how OkElder stacks up against the alternatives.
Medical Alert
$40–60/month
A good option for emergency response, but often more than what families need for daily check-ins.
- — Requires hardware setup
- — Needs training
- — Can feel stigmatising
- ✓ Emergency monitoring
OkElder
$20/month
Less than one kopitiam meal a week
- ✓ Automatic alert if no answer
- ✓ No hardware or app needed
- ✓ 6 languages supported
- ✓ Cancel anytime
Free (if you remember)
Works great — until you're in a meeting, travelling, or just had a long day.
- ✗ You have to remember every day
- ✗ No alert if they don't reply
- ✗ Requires a smartphone
- ✗ Guilt when you forget
“Can't I just WhatsApp my parent?”
Yes — and you probably already do. But WhatsApp only works when you remember. OkElder runs whether you remember or not. Think of it like a smoke detector: you could check it manually every day, or you could just let it alert you when something's wrong.
| OkElder | ||
|---|---|---|
| You have to remember | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Senior needs a smartphone | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Alerts you when no response | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Works on a basic phone | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Runs while you're in a meeting | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Works even when you forget | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
The killer feature isn't the daily call. It's the automatic alert you get when they don't answer — something WhatsApp can never do for you.
Living overseas? This was built for you.
When it's morning for Mum in Singapore, it's the middle of the night for you. You can't make that call every day — OkElder makes it for you, and tells you the moment something's off.
Singapore
9:00 AM
Mary calls Mum
London
1:00 AM
You’re asleep
San Francisco
6:00 PM
Still yesterday — you’re at dinner
Sydney
11:00 AM
You’re in a meeting
From: OkElder Alerts
Mum did not answer today's check-in
Mum did not answer her 9:00 AM check-in call, or the retry at 9:15 AM.
We recommend giving her a call, or asking someone nearby to look in on her.
Delivered 9:32 AM Singapore time — 1:32 AM in London, straight to your inbox.
- ✓ Sign up and pay from anywhere in the world — setup takes 5 minutes, and our first call introduces Mary to your parent for you.
- ✓ Alerts reach your inbox instantly, wherever you are. No Singapore SIM, no app to install.
- ✓ Your parent needs nothing new — no smartphone, no gadgets. She just answers her phone like she always has.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if they don't answer?
We call again after 15 minutes. If still no answer after two tries, we send you an alert immediately.
Ready to stop worrying?
Start your 30-day free trial today. No hardware. No commitment. Cancel anytime.