Guardian Pharmacy

A member of our Guardian family is the difference maker in every prescription filled, every inquiry addressed and every life impacted. Today, on Employee Appreciation Day, we celebrate the hard work, passion and care our employees bring to all the communities and residents they serve. Guardian wouldn’t be Guardian without you! Leave a comment below to help us recognize their incredible work!

Natural disasters can be unpredictable, but a pharmacy’s response shouldn’t be. When recent wildfires swept through Southern California, forcing evacuations and disrupting daily operations, Guardian’s San Diego and Anaheim pharmacies were prepared to ensure residents in assisted living communities and other care settings had uninterrupted access to their medications. Ulysses Orellana, account manager supervisor at Guardian Pharmacy of Anaheim, shares how proactive planning, real-time response and post-fire recovery efforts helped communities navigate the crisis and keep residents safe. Read more: https://loom.ly/-y4FDWg

February’s edition of the Guardian Monthly Minute celebrates a few exciting milestones and spotlights several key updates. First, we’re proud to announce Guardian’s inclusion in the prestigious Russell 2000? Index. We also reflect on our recent Sales & Accounts Management Meeting in the heart of Texas, where we discussed key initiatives and opportunities ahead this year and beyond. Additionally, we introduce ways to implement a proactive approach to medication safety in assisted living. Continue on for a more in-depth look at the latest updates, insights, and expert perspectives in long term care!

Discover the benefits of Guardian Pharmacy Services from those who know best. From fewer medication errors and decreased med pass times to the convenience of our onsite vaccine clinics, our customers are experiencing real results, highlighting our commitment to enhancing care and streamlining processes every day.

Vaccine fatigue is a growing concern in LTC, with many residents preferring flu shots if they decide to move forward with receiving any vaccine at all, says Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta clinical consultant pharmacist Lori Newcomb. Read more in McKnight's Long-Term Care News about the emerging challenge of vaccine hesitancy. https://loom.ly/2P1FHgU

On National Caregivers Day, as many Americans clock out for the weekend, we are grateful for the millions of caregivers who continue their work supporting individuals in need of care. Whether you’re a professional caregiver or a family member, friend or neighbor stepping into the role, we appreciate your dedication and sacrifices in caring for our seniors. Join us and thank a caregiver. #NationalCaregiversDay

In a recent interview with CFO Leadership’s Katie Kuehner-Hebert, Guardian Pharmacy Services CFO David Morris shares how the company’s fiscal approach and preparation over the past decade helped Guardian successfully transition to a publicly-traded company in 2024, following 20 years as a private company. David also highlights emerging trends healthcare CFOs should prepare for and how A.I. and data analytics will impact business decisions in the years ahead. Read the full Q&A: https://lnkd.in/e_bUz827

The 3-WAY MATCH-BACK process— a cornerstone of safe medication practices in LTC settings – is a systematic approach to ensuring prescriber orders, eMAR entries and medications all match accurately. Brandy Chiles, director of clinical services for Guardian Pharmacy Boomer Solutions explains the match-back process, including when to perform full and partial match-backs and how following the rights of medication administration is a final safeguard to prevent errors. Read the full article and download the match-back guide to help your community and team prevent medication errors, improve resident outcomes, and build trust among residents and their families: https://loom.ly/D5_q6FU

Happy Presidents Day from all of us at Guardian Pharmacy Services! Today, we celebrate the leaders who helped shape our country and the progress that continues to move us forward. #PresidentsDay2024

As assisted living communities navigate staffing shortages and regulatory changes while caring for an aging population with increasingly complex needs, establishing the right partnerships is more critical than ever. Lisa Lassiter, RPh, director of clinical services at Guardian Pharmacy of South Georgia, highlights three core areas where LTC pharmacies help communities reduce risks, improve safety and align with Medicare’s value-based care goals for 2030. Read more: https://loom.ly/f7adneY #MedicationSafety #AssistedLiving