November marks Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to recognize and honor the incredible caregivers, staff, and families who dedicate themselves to supporting those living with Alzheimer’s. Their compassion and commitment are a testament to the strength of communities working together to make a difference. At Guardian Pharmacy, we take pride in contributing to this important
Guardians in the Storm: How Our Pharmacies Responded to 2024’s Historic Hurricane Season Florida and hurricanes go together like palm trees and sunshine, and 2024 has been no exception. This season tied the record for the most hurricanes to make landfall in Florida. Among them was Hurricane Milton, which became the third hurricane to strike
Protecting Residents from Respiratory Illness: 2024 Vaccination Recommendations Long-term care and assisted living communities are home to many older adults who are at increased risk of severe illness from influenza, COVID-19, RSV and pneumococcal disease. Outbreaks in these communities can have devastating consequences. By getting vaccinated, residents can protect themselves and help prevent the spread
Antimicrobial Stewardship in Assisted Living: Protecting the Most Vulnerable Antibiotics, thought by some to be the greatest discovery of all time, extending human lifespan by decades, are facing a growing threat: antibiotic resistance. When bacteria develop resistance to these life-saving medications, infections become harder to treat. This leads to more severe illness, hospitalization, and even
Reducing Fall Risk in the Aging IDD Population As individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) age, they face unique challenges that require specialized attention, particularly when it comes to managing fall risks. This growing demographic, living longer and healthier lives, now mirrors the general population in life expectancy. However, they are more likely to
Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15 and runs through December 7. This annual enrollment period gives everyone with Medicare an opportunity to review their benefits and make changes if needed. Important changes are coming to Medicare in 2025, including elimination of the ‘donut hole’ and a new $2,000 maximum out-of-pocket spending cap. To learn about
Guardian Pharmacy Services marked a significant milestone in its 20-year history this September with its debut on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). To celebrate this achievement, company leaders from across the country gathered in New York on Tuesday, October 8, to participate in the NYSE Closing Bell® Ceremony, commemorating the transition to a publicly
Preventing Medication Errors in Assisted Living and LTC: Collaborative Approaches for Better Outcomes Ensuring resident safety is the top priority for assisted living and long-term care (LTC) community operators and their care teams. While medication errors remain a persistent challenge across all healthcare settings, with proactive strategies and collaborative efforts with the LTC pharmacy partner,
Emerging Medication Management Trends in Long-Term Care When you think of medication management, particularly as a pharmacist or clinician, you tend to immediately think about the literal, and more clinical aspects of it, including ordered medications being appropriate for their medical conditions, optimal dosing to provide the most benefit while minimizing adverse effects, and adherence
Middle Tennessee Pharmacy Services (MTPS), a member of Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative long-term care (LTC) pharmacy companies, today announced the acquisition of the long-standing LTC and MEDIpack service lines from TwelveStone Health Partners, a leading provider of comprehensive chronic care medication services. The deal will enable MTPS