Six Benefits of an LTC Pharmacy Partnership for I/DD Service ProvidersHow specialized long-term care pharmacies simplify medication management, reduce staff burden, and support better outcomes for I/DD providers. Organizations that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) require medication management processes that are simple, reliable, and easy for staff to follow. As individuals with…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Expands Virginia Footprint with Acquisition of Wellness Concepts Guardian Pharmacy Services has expanded its presence in Virginia through the acquisition of Wellness Concepts, a long-term care pharmacy based in Grottoes, Va. The addition expands Guardian’s footprint to three pharmacies serving Northern, Southwest, and Central Virginia, strengthening the company’s ability to support the…
Summer Sun Puts a Spotlight on Body, Mind and Prevention Summer is the season of travel, pool time, and relaxation for many. But while others bring out their sunscreen, flip-flops, and barbecue grills, care teams turn their attention to a broad variety of healthcare issues. This is the third article in a four-part series designed…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Announces Leadership Transitions Executive Vice President Kendall Forbes to Retire on July 1, 2026 Guardian Names David Morris as Chief Operating Officer and Will Mudd as Chief Financial Officer Guardian Pharmacy Services, Inc. announced that Kendall Forbes, who has served as Executive Vice President of Sales & Operations since 2004, has decided to retire, effective…
Guardian Pharmacy of Jacksonville Promotes Laura Polinsky to President Guardian Pharmacy of Jacksonville has promoted Laura Polinsky, Pharm.D. to pharmacy president. Polinsky will oversee all aspects of daily operations, cultivate customer relationships, and drive the pharmacy’s overall growth. She succeeds Khristy McClelland, R.Ph., who was promoted to senior vice president of Guardian Pharmacy Services’ Southeast…
Improving Medication Adherence for Residents with DementiaThe Pharmacist’s Role in Supporting Safety, Comfort, and Quality of Life During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month More than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. As dementia progresses, challenges often extend beyond memory loss to everyday activities that support health and quality of life,…
Preventing Drug Diversion in LTC and Senior Living: The Pharmacist’s Role In long-term care (LTC) and senior living environments—where handling controlled medications are part of daily care delivery—preventing drug diversion is a continuous priority. Successful strategies protect residents, support staff, and reduce risk. Community leadership plays a central role in setting expectations for medication accountability,…
Reducing Medication Errors from Look-Alike, Sound-Alike Drugs Medication safety doesn’t only depend on the right drug being prescribed. It also depends on the right drug being heard, read, entered, dispensed, and administered. That may sound obvious, but history tells us a different story. Medication name confusion has contributed to safety concerns significant enough to prompt…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Announces Senior Leadership Promotions to Support Continued Growth and Operational Alignment Guardian Pharmacy Services announced a series of senior leadership promotions to its corporate and regional leadership teams designed to strengthen operational alignment, support the company’s continued growth, and further enhance service consistency across its national network of pharmacies. Guardian promoted several…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Participates in NatCon 2026 Conference Guardian Pharmacy Services participated in NatCon, the largest national conference focused on mental health and substance use, hosted by National Council for Mental Wellbeing. The three-day event was held April 27-29, 2026, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, bringing together nearly 6,000 professionals from across the country. Industry Engagement and Education The conference…