Emergency Android App

Overview

The Emergency Android App is designed to provide crucial support in emergency situations. It allows users to quickly communicate with emergency contacts, share their location, and access essential services such as nearby hospitals and police stations through Google Maps integration. The app is user-friendly and includes both light and dark modes to suit different user preferences.

Features

• Emergency SMS Sending: Automatically sends a pre-configured message with the user's current location to emergency contacts.
• Emergency Calls: Facilitates direct calls to a predefined emergency number.
• Location Monitoring: Ensures that location services are enabled and notifies the user if they are turned off.
• User Profile Management: Allows users to store critical medical information for quick access during emergencies.
• Google Maps Integration: Provides directions to nearby medical and law enforcement facilities.
• Dark Mode Support: Allows users to switch between light and dark themes based on their preference.
• Notifications: Alerts users about the app's actions and status updates during emergencies.

Installation

Clone the project using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/cristianaprecup/Emergency-Android-App.git

Usage

The Emergency Android App is designed to be intuitive and easy to use.

Setting Up

1. Install the App: Start by cloning the repository and installing the app on your Android device.
2. Configure Emergency Contacts:
   • Open the app and navigate to the Contacts section.
   • Import contacts from your phone or add them manually.
   • These contacts will be the ones the app notifies in case of an emergency.

Managing Your Profile

3. Enter Medical Information:
   • Go to the Profile section to add your medical details such as allergies, medical conditions, and any medication you're taking.
   • This information is crucial during emergencies for first responders and medical personnel.

In Case of Emergency

4. Send Emergency SMS:

   • Press the emergency button to automatically send an SMS to all your emergency contacts.
   • The SMS will include your current location and a pre-configured message indicating that you need help.

5. Make Emergency Calls:

   • Use the app to directly call a predefined emergency number with just one tap.

6. Location Services:

   • Ensure that location services are enabled on your device so that your exact location can be shared with your contacts and emergency services when you use the emergency features.