CARE FOR THE CAREGIVER
Pharmacy help
for caregivers.
Coordinating a pharmacy visit for someone else can involve a few extra details. Start with a call to Victory so you know what to prepare, what to confirm and how to include the person you support.
THREE PRACTICAL STEPS
Make the next visit easier
- 01
Explain how you are helping
Say whether you are arranging a pickup, asking a medication question or helping coordinate care. Each conversation may need different information.
- 02
Confirm what is needed
Ask what patient information, identification or permission is needed for your specific visit. Do not assume the same arrangements apply to every prescription.
- 03
Check before travelling
Confirm readiness, pickup timing and any amount due. If a question remains, ask who should speak with the pharmacy next.
Picking up for someone else
HHS explains that pharmacists may use professional judgment when a person collects a prescription for a patient. Call Victory about the particular pickup and its requirements.
- Can I collect this prescription for the patient?
- What information or identification should I bring?
- Does the patient need to speak with the pharmacy first?
- How can the patient explain what information they want discussed with me?
Keep one current medication list
FDA recommends keeping an up-to-date list that includes prescriptions, nonprescription products, vitamins and supplements. Include allergies and update it when your care team changes instructions.
- Agree with the person you support on who keeps the list current.
- Bring a current copy when asking medication questions.
- Write down unclear instructions to discuss with the pharmacist.
- Ask the care team how to share the list appropriately.