September 2024 Newsletter
Are you part of the "sandwich generation," juggling the care of aging parents and growing children? You're not alone. Many people find themselves caught between the demands of two generations, often feeling overwhelmed and stretched thin. But you don't have to navigate this complex journey on your own. Pharmacy For Life is here to support you and your family.
The sandwich generation refers to middle-aged adults who find themselves caring for both their aging parents and their own children. It's like being "sandwiched" between the needs of two generations. It's a challenging role that often involves managing multiple households, complex medical needs, and caregiving responsibilities while trying to raise a family and working full time. The sandwich generation is overwhelmed, financially strained, and emotionally stressed.
Pharmacy For Life is here for you. We understand your struggles and want to make your life easier wherever we can.
Free Home Delivery (NB & NS): Save time and money by having prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and daily essentials like soap, shampoo, and incontinence products delivered right to your home. It’s as easy as placing a quick online order, and having your goods show up at your door. Delivery is free within New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Need to transfer prescriptions? We do all the work! Simply fill out this secure form and we'll take care of the rest.
Medication Management: Is the loved one you are taking care of on multiple medications? We simplify this process by offering “Blister Packs”. Blister Packs organize a patient’s medications by dose, day, and time, taking the guesswork out of what medications to take and when. Blister Packs improve medication adherence, reduce errors, and offer peace of mind and convenience to give you the confidence to master your family’s medication routine.
In-Home Assessments: Your aging parent’s home environment needs to be as safe as possible. Our in-home assessor will identify potential hazards and recommend products to improve mobility and independence. From shower chairs to bed rails, we can help create a safer living space for all.
Home Health Products: Our Home Health department offers a wide range of products and supplies for ostomy, catheter, diabetes, incontinence, first aid, wound care, braces, supports, splints, stabilizers, post-op shoes, pressure relief walking braces, walkers, power chairs, scooters, rollators, mastectomy recovery garments, compression garments, and adaptive clothing and shoes. We offer custom and special order solutions to make sure your loved one’s individual needs and preferences are met.
Vaccinations: Staying up-to-date on vaccinations is essential for both children and seniors. We offer a wide range of vaccinations to protect your family's health. Book one appointment for the whole family!
Minor Ailment Care: Our pharmacists are trained to assess and treat a variety of ailments such as pink eye, UTIs, and impetigo saving you time and a trip to the doctor's office. This is especially helpful when caring for both young children and elderly parents. Click here for a complete list of minor ailments care our pharmacists can provide.
Financial Assistance Navigation: Navigating the healthcare system can be confusing, especially when it comes to finding financial assistance for seniors. Our team can help you find programs that will help alleviate some of the financial burden of medical costs. Unfortunately, not everyone qualifies for every program, but we make it a priority to keep up to date on current programs and their eligibility requirements so we can better assist our clients find the help they are entitled to.
Beyond Medications. Our mission is to help as many people as we can by continuing to diversify our comprehensive healthcare support. We understand that the sandwich generation often faces unique challenges, and we're here to help you overcome them. Remember, you don’t have to do this all alone. By taking advantage of our services, enlisting help from friends & family, and joining local support groups for advice and support, you can focus on what truly matters: spending quality time with your loved ones.