Alzheimer’s disease, a form of dementia that affects millions of individuals globally, can be a complex and emotional journey, both for those diagnosed and their loved ones or caregivers. It can lead to memory loss, confusion, and difficulty in performing even the simplest daily tasks.

One of the most critical aspects of managing Alzheimer’s is managing medications safely and effectively, ensuring the right doses are taken at the right times. For caregivers, this responsibility can be overwhelming, yet innovative solutions like Webster-pak medication packs are crucial tools that not only simplify medication management but also empower patients to maintain their independence for longer.” says Pharmacist Danielle Martusciello.

Key Benefits at a Glance:

• Relieving Anxiety: With clear labelling and pre-arranged doses, Webster-paks reduce the stress and anxiety often associated with medication management.
• Ensuring Safety: By eliminating the need to handle multiple pill bottles, Webster-paks minimise the risk of accidental errors.
• Supporting Caregivers: Caregivers can shift their focus from complex medication schedules to providing emotional support and companionship.
• Enhancing Adherence: Consistent medication intake, facilitated by Webster-paks, leads to better symptom management and improved overall health.

Gerard Stevens AM, Founder and Managing Director of ���سԹ�, the company behind the Webster-pak, shares his perspective; “Helping with medication can be hard and time-consuming for caregivers. Many feel unsure as their role changes. Families might not know when or how to take over medication tasks, especially as the disease gets worse. Webster-paks do more than just organise medicine – they help Alzheimer’s patients manage their health and keep their independence and dignity. Our aim is to make taking medication easier and with greater assurance. We want patients and their loved ones to have more quality time together and peace of mind with medication.”

How to set up a �±�����ٱ��-�貹��®��medication management��system

For over 40 years, the Webster-pak – an Australian-invented and owned��medication system – has brought relief to��thousands of��families.

• Contact your pharmacy, it is important to have all medication information in the one place
• Your pharmacist will go through and confirm all the medications you are taking, and contact your doctor if necessary to be 100% certain the Webster-pak is set up correctly
• Ask your pharmacist to set you up with a Webster-pak. Your pharmacist will manage your scripts and supply a week’s worth of medication packed into individual dosage times, so you know exactly what needs to be taken at the right time
• Each Webster-pak is arranged into four columns and seven rows. One column for each dosage time (breakfast, lunch, dinner, bedtime) and one row for each day of the week
• Each week you will return your used pack to the pharmacy and collect your new pack

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Did you know that there are over 575,000 people estimated to be blind or vision impaired in Australia? And, significantly, over 70 percent of them are aged 65 or older. It’s crucial that we address the pressing need for accessible tools to assist in their daily tasks. One area of concern is medication management, which can be particularly challenging.��

That’s where �±�����ٱ��-�貹��® Low Vision comes in. It’s a specially designed dose administration aid that empowers individuals with low vision to effectively manage their medications.

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Recently, Gerard Stevens AM had the opportunity to discuss the development of Webster-pak LV and shed light on how this innovative solution can bring positive changes. Listen to his insightful conversation with Gaytana from Radio 88.3 as they explore the importance of accessibility in medication management and the small details that can make all the difference.��

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At Webster-pak, we’re committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of those with low vision. By providing tools and solutions that cater to their specific needs, we strive to enhance independence and well-being.��

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Listen to Dr Ross Walker as he talks all things Webster-paks with Perth Pharmacist Andrea Aired, on 2GB’s Healthy Living Show. ��

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March 2nd, 2020 9:00am AEST

New ���سԹ� Website Enhances the Experience of Pharmacy and Aged Care Clients

Medication management industry leader ���سԹ� has launched a new website (webstercaredev.wpenginepowered.com) with cutting-edge content to enhance the experience of their customers, including pharmacies, registered aged care facilities, community carers, doctors and the general public.

The new website provides curated content that focuses on the specific needs of each group, with a range of features to keep them up to date on the latest industry news and product innovations, plus useful resources to help pharmacies to market and grow their business. 

Our new website is designed around the needs of our various customer groups, focusing on content that is tailored to their needs. It is all about adding value,” says ���سԹ�’s Managing Director Gerard Stevens AM.

“We really want to provide everything at our customer’s finger tips, enabling them to explore what is happening in their sector, plus product updates and promotional materials.

Customers can gain access to all the promotional resources needed to boost their Webster-pak business, including customer guides and more.

It also includes helpful ‘how-to’ guides, tips and videos on ���سԹ�’s latest product releases and wide range of medication management solutions all in one place.

The website provides curated information for the following groups:

• Pharmacy: tips and resources to help grow their business with the Webster-pak range, automation and software.
• Aged care: to optimise medication safety, facility processes and resident care.
• Doctors: to monitor patient progress, observe dosage adherence and reduce incidents.
• Community carers: to monitor medication adherence with solutions tailored for community carers.
• General public: information on how to take the worry out of taking medication, giving independence and quality of life

For more information, visit webstercaredev.wpenginepowered.com

ABOUT WEBSTERCARE®

���سԹ�® is an industry leader in medication management, committed to delivering quality solutions with a focus on patient and resident safety. Gerard Stevens AM, company’s founder and a registered pharmacist, has a relentless passion and commitment to research, development and better patient care, enabling ���سԹ� to remain at the forefront of this industry. His innovations are used throughout the pharmacy, aged care, community and health sectors and his commitment has even led to better health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. ���سԹ� has developed more than 600 products and services that each offer smart solutions to medication management.

For more information about the resources available to you from ���سԹ�, go to: webstercaredev.wpenginepowered.com

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Greg Townley, 0414 195 908 greg@lanhammedia.com.au

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Discover how Abbotsford Family Pharmacy grew their �±�����ٱ��-�貹��® business with the �ѱ����ʰ���® packing system

For pharmacies, �±�����ٱ��-�貹��® and DAA services can mean a significant boost to the bottom line. Not only do blister packs help community patients and aged care residents manage their medications, they can also help build customer loyalty and encourage regular visits to the pharmacy.

Pharmacies seeking to drive Webster-pak growth often turn to our �ѱ����ʰ���® packing solutions in order to increase their speed and productivity while ensuring maximum medication safety. This increased efficiency gives pharmacists and pharmacy technicians greater capacity to offer more services, focus on face-to-face customer support, and boost their Webster-pak business.

Silvana Gittani, Owner and Pharmacist at , shares her experience transforming her pharmacy’s DAA workflow with our state of the art MedsPro packing system and software.

“When we first installed MedsPro, we were overwhelmed with the results. The advantages were brilliant and game changing for our pharmacy, including:

• Less stock on hand
• Less expired stock
• Much more efficient packing times
• Zero margin of error when used correctly, and
• Easy to use

����’s cut our packing time by up to 80% and made packing a fun and interactive exercise.

Gone are the days of the packer being the one who picked the short straw to pack in the corner of the pharmacy. ����’s now a pleasant experience. There is an element of elegance to the system that makes the user enjoy the job.

After we threw out our much-despised ice cream containers with the clipped sides that hurt the nails, we started to enjoy the extra space. We got used to the space and now wonder how we ever did it ‘the old way’.

Soon we got too big for one MedsPro terminal and made the decision to add a second terminal. This was also a game changer as we now had two packers packing simultaneously as opposed to one. This afforded us a huge advantage as it gave our weekday pharmacists a chance to check our packs in time.

Business is growing and we are happy to get an additional MedsPro terminal to use for our nursing home.

This means in two days we can get all our packing done, and there are no delays! No amount of recalls or shortage of supply will affect our supply as we will have ample time to source the medication from a secondary supplier. MedsPro’s initial cost is also quickly recovered by efficiencies at work.

If you are considering a productive packing solution at your pharmacy, I highly recommend the MedsPro packing system.

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Learn more about the MedsPro packing system or call 1800 244 358 now to speak to our Professional Services team.

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