Understanding SOS Watch Funding Models

Understanding SOS Watch Funding Models

This video explains the four different funding models available for the myhomefone SOS Watch and clarifies how each model affects ordering, billing, account management, and service visibility

Because each funding structure determines who pays, who submits orders, who manages the account, and who has administrative visibility, it’s important that organisations and users understand which model applies to their service.

The four funding models covered in this video are:

1. Fully Funded by a Senior Living Provider

The retirement village or community funds the service entirely and manages all ordering and resident details. There is no direct relationship between myhomefone and the resident.

2. Co-Funded by a Senior Living Provider

The community subsidises part of the cost, while the resident contributes to hardware rental and applicable call charges. The community manages monitoring, and residents have a direct billing relationship for their portion.

3. Provided via a Support at Home Program Provider

The Support at Home Provider holds a fleet account and manages services on behalf of their clients. Billing and service administration are handled at the provider level.

4. Everyday Retail Consumer Plans

The individual user contracts directly with myhomefone and is responsible for all service costs. This option suits users who prefer to independently manage their service.

 

Senior Living Provider - important governance distinction

If a resident signs up via a Support at Home Provider or Retail Plan, community management will not have administrative visibility or control over that service.



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