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Yesterday, the Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition (SCPC) and healthcare analysis firm ATI Advisory released a report consisting of evidence supporting the capabilities of LTC pharmacy to reduce cost of care and improve outcomes for seniors in home and community-based settings. Grane Rx is pleased to be included in this report, where our Meds2Home program is cited as an example of the comprehensive med management support that LTC pharmacy can provide seniors outside of an institutional care facility. “Aging in place is an ideal - but understandably challenging - context for delivering care. Programs like PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) have provided a unique opportunity to demonstrate just how impactful LTC pharmacy can be when it comes to successfully caring for these individuals,” said Bob Rowland, President and Chief Operating Officer of Grane Rx. “Our Meds2Home program simultaneously resolves challenges related to adherence, polypharmacy, and the physical delivery of a participant’s medications, allowing us to comprehensively support this population while significantly reducing operational costs for the PACE programs. It’s important to note that this model is not only applicable to PACE - and could be a sustainable solution in other settings where medication management is exceptionally challenging.” Read more about the SCPC's advocacy efforts to expand the reach of LTC pharmacy in McKnight's Long-Term Care News: http://bit.ly/47jVuU7 Learn more about our Meds2Home program: https://meds2home.co/ #LTCPharmacy #AgeInPlace #SeniorCare #PACE #MedManagement #LTCRx

This article explores how nurses can increase awareness of and advocate for the Medicare #Diabetes Prevention Program among older adult patients, healthcare providers, and policy makers. #NDAM #DiabetesAwarenessMonth #NurseManagers https://ow.ly/E6qm50Q8Tu0

Properly addressing the root cause of nursing home residents' conditions requires a high level of diagnostic and clinical insight. Without such insight, the usage of dangerous medication can increase. Dementia is a neurodegenerative illness (rather than psychiatric) and you must treat it with this understanding. Read more about how CMS is collecting anticonvulsant usage data and how we can help. #guidestareldercare #dementiacare #longtermcare

Eligible adults age 55+ who participate in PACE, the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly—a combined Medicare and Medicaid program—are able to access a comprehensive range of services, including medical and dental care, physical therapy, prescription drugs, and long-term services and supports. PACE has demonstrated success in improving the health and well-being of participants. It has high satisfaction among family caregivers and is cost effective. Still, many states don’t have the program. A new report from AARP’s Public Policy Institute discusses the challenges and opportunities for expanding and enhancing the program, including ensuring equitable access and leveraging technology. #LTSS #Medicare #Medicaid #OlderAdults https://lnkd.in/gxJJJq5f

https://lnkd.in/gqbzDpZB In light of this horrific story my heart goes out to this family and the pain they have and will continue to endure! When will our government see that we need clinicians who assist aged care facilities and community run hospice and palliative care organisations, on the proper procedures for admitting palliated clients? Such admission requirements as: ensuring driver orders are current and available, medication orders are current, treating doctors are actually willing to prescribe opioid medication and symptom relief medication, and strict procedures for pressure area care are adhered to! No person should die in pain and pressure areas should not be happening. Again, the system has let their client down. I propose that our government hire educated clinicians in palliative care to attend each and every aged care facility to audit their palliative care practices, educate the nursing team and ensure compliance. This CANNOT be controlled by the aged care facility as it has to be impartial and fair. Further to auditing the facilities, a push towards looking at community palliative care admissions and revamping their systems should be included. We have Work Safe in our country, why can’t this too be a government run program to ensure the safety and health of our palliative clients?

How can quality pharmacy services contribute to the elevation of SNF Star Ratings? In this piece, we dive into three key areas where pharmacy intervention can make a difference: https://lnkd.in/eF_EEjDd Beyond serving as a benchmark for quality, Star Ratings directly reflect and influence financial stability, operational efficiency, and patient outcomes. SNFs with lower ratings may face penalties in reimbursement, struggle with staff retention due to operational challenges, and experience a decline in overall census. #StarRatings #CMS #SNF

Hey everyone, I hope you’re all doing well. I want to share some exciting news about a transformative partnership that’s reshaping the landscape of care in assisted living communities. We at Heartland LTC Pharmacy absolutely love serving residents and staff, which is why we’ve joined forces with Serenity Engage. The impact has been monumental. This platform is bringing an ease of communication between families, care teams, and residents that we’ve never seen before. For the assisted living communities we’re involved with, the benefits are crystal clear—better resident outcomes and a solid boost to the bottom line. What’s more, the clinical staff are feeling a lot less pressure, which means they can focus more on what matters most: providing exceptional care. Serenity Engage is not just another platform; it’s a real competitive advantage. In a field like senior living where efficacy and efficiency are key, cutting-edge solutions are not just a nice-to-have—they’re essential. The alliance between Heartland LTC Pharmacy and Serenity Engage is living proof of the remarkable outcomes that arise when innovation is met with a true passion for care. So, let’s keep the dialogue flowing. Anyone else seeing technology streamline clinical workflows or elevate resident experiences? Would love to hear from you. Take care and as always, let’s keep pushing boundaries to make senior living the best it can be. #SeniorLiving #AssistedLiving #Innovation #Partnerships #HeartlandLTCCares

Medicare's new policy to cover advanced weight loss drugs could revolutionize care for obese nursing home patients. These drugs are not just about weight loss; they're about enhancing mobility, reducing comorbidities like diabetes and heart disease, and simplifying care. Could this be the catalyst for better health outcomes and a new standard in elder care? #ElderLaw #ElderCareLaw #ElderCare

This is one of the things that drives me crazy about our industry- Acting like LTC/Custodial are the same as SNF/Post Acute. They’re simply not. I truly believe the biggest reform our industry needs is differentiating between the two just like we did ALF/RCF/SNF’s. Primarily long term facilities attract a completely different type of employee a niched post acute attracts. The financial comparison is also no comparison at all. I don’t know why we are so confused why the blanket policies and reform aren’t working when we keep trying to make them fit two wildly different models. Separate. Them.

Empowering nurses for effective bedside medication counseling can improve patient satisfaction and outcomes. Read more from FDB (First Databank, Inc.)’s Charles Lee, MD: https://bit.ly/3QXIZaf #MedKnoweledge #MedSafety #MedAdherence #HealthLiteracy #PtSafety #PatientFirst