Medication Tracker for Seniors

You arrive at Dad’s house for the first time in a month and immediately notice three new bottles of pills on his nightstand.

“What’s up, Dad?” You gesture to the bottles. Your father pauses, pondering your question for a moment.

“During my last appointments, doctors changed up my medicines. Your mom couldn’t come with me this time around. I think she wrote this all down somewhere, but I’m not sure where.”

Different doctors prescribing multiple medications can be confusing for seniors and their family caregivers. That confusion could lead to dangerous drug interactions for older adults. That’s why medication trackers are such a great resource for family caregivers and seniors.

A medication tracker that you can present to any doctor or dentist during an appointment helps give the medical professional a clear picture of a senior’s overall health and the medications and supplements that have been prescribed by others.

When you keep track of your loved one’s medicines, it helps prevent accidents. Download and share the medication tracker with doctors and dentists to help keep an older adult safer and medical professionals as well as family caregivers well-informed.

Other Resources

• Senior Emergency Kit Worksheets and Checklists
• Seniors at Risk with Too Many Doctors
• Keeping Seniors Safe at Home
• Keep Your Senior’s Health Information Handy
• The Warning Signs of Medication Mismanagement
• Important Communication Tips for Doctors and Pharmacists
• Chart Family Medical History to Assess Potential Health Risks
• Prevent Medication Errors with Helpful Reminders 
• One Family’s Tragedy
• Learn more about medication management systems: www.simplemeds.com

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