(from Lynn Harrelson, Senior Pharmacy Solutions)
Recently passed Senate Bill 6 went into effect as of July 14 and requires pharmacies to teach patients proper medication disposal techniques. Consumers may see signage on the doors of pharmacies or at the prescription counters. The following language is noted:
To help reduce the chance that others may accidentally take or intentionally misuse unneeded or expired medications, you should dispose of them promptly when they are no longer needed.
Options include:
Whatever method is used, remember that medications should never be flushed down the drain or toilet unless told to do so by a pharmacist or other healthcare provider.
Kentucky Senior Living Association (KSLA) is excited to announce that the Argentum Silver PAC will match, DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR, any donations up to $5,000, received on behalf of the Kentucky Assisted Living Political Action Committee (KALPAC).
KALPAC contributions enable the support of legislators who understand the value that senior living communities (both Assisted Living communities and Personal Care homes) offer their constituents, and are willing to fight to preserve senior living as community options for the elderly.
Contributions from corporations are prohibited and this is not a solicitation. However, if your community would like to host a reception for a State Representative or Senator, KSLA can help arrange that. Contact Rebecca Pfalzgraf, KSLA Executive Director, at 502.938.5102 or at Rebecca@KentuckySeniorLiving.org.
Jessica Heck - Member-At-Large: Jessica is the Senior Vice President of Milestone Retirement in Louisville, KY. She was elected as Member-At-Large for a two year term. Jessica will serve from July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2020. You may contact Jessica at Jessica.Heck@MilestoneRetirement.com.
James Britt - Member-At-Large: James is the Executive Director of Charter Senior Living in Bowling Green, KY. He was elected as Member-At-Large for a one year term. James will serve from July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019. You may contact James at ED@CharterBowlingGreen.com.
PO Box 232, LaGrange, KY 40031
Phone: 502.938.5102