Medication Management Using Technology

1. Medication Management Using Technology Linda Saunders– Falkirk Council Ann Allison – NHS Forth Valley

2. FACTS • Long term management of conditions relies in many cases on adequate medication • Some people forget to take their medication • Some people do not wish to take their medication

3. WHAT WE HAVE DONE SO FAR? • Identified equipment which can act as a reminder to medicate • Created a Catalogue • Considered who might benefit • Engaged with pharmacists

4. AIMS • To help people manage their own medication • To have an alert where essential medication is not being taken • To reduce unnecessary prompting visits by care staff • To reduce costs

5. THE CATALOGUE - SO FAR

18. Thank you