How do you get help if you get hurt while walking alone?
If you get hurt while walking alone, call 911 immediately if you can move and use your phone. If you cannot call, having someone who knows your location and route can reach help for you. The most reliable approach is to tell a trusted person your planned route and check-in time before you leave, and use a live-location app so they can see exactly where you are and notice if you stop moving unexpectedly.
Step by step
01Tell someone your plan before you leave
Share your intended route, expected duration, and when you'll check in. A friend or family member knowing where you are and when to expect contact from you is the foundation of solo walking safety.
02Share your live location with a Guardian
Use an app like Holler to send a real-time location link to a trusted person (your Guardian). They can open it in any web browser on any device and watch your progress without needing an app.
03Enable automatic alerts if you fall or stop
Holler watches for falls and alerts your Guardian if you stop moving unexpectedly, so help can be called even if you cannot reach your phone.
04Keep your phone charged and use one-tap SOS
A fully charged phone lets you call 911 instantly. Holler offers a one-tap SOS shortcut that connects directly to calling 911 when you need help immediately.
Related questions
What if I cannot reach my phone after a fall?
This is why having a Guardian watching your live location matters. If Holler detects you have fallen or stopped moving, it alerts your Guardian, who can call 911 on your behalf and provide your exact location to emergency responders.
Should I walk alone without telling anyone?
No. Always tell someone your route and expected return time, even on a short walk. Combine this with a live-location app so a trusted person can monitor your location in real time and take action if something goes wrong.
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