 
The Visiting Nurse Association CarePlus knows that taking medications is more
than swallowing a pill. Depending on how a person takes a medication, it can
have a positive or negative effect on health outcomes.
Did you know?
 Missing a dose of medicine can
make a condition
worse instead of better
Taking an over-the-counter
medication with a
prescription may result in adverse side effects
The VNA CarePlus nurse will:
Refill medication reminder box
Review current and past
medications
Make telephone reminder calls
Pick up and deliver new
medication and
refills as needed
Look for side effects
Consult with physician as needed
Learn About Your Medications
Persons over the age of 60 are at risk for conditions related to medication
misuse. Addressing medication misuse is important to prevent serious outcomes
such as falls.
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Do you take pain pills?
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Do you take sleeping pills?
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Do you take over the counter pills?
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Do you sometimes forget to take your medications?
If you answered yes to any of the above, click here, and to choose 'Learn About Your Medications' on the left hand navigation bar.
Please call today for more information or to schedule services, 1-800-442-1VNA.
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