[Nd-talk] FW: Free Resources for Medication Safety for Seniors, Low Vision and Blind

Wed Jul 26 21:58:28 UTC 2017

I got this and thought it might interest people on this list.  Duane Iverson

From: En-Vision America [mailto:sglass=envisionamerica.com at mail199.wdc02.mcdlv.net] On Behalf Of En-Vision America
Sent: Wednesday, July 26, 2017 3:54 PM
To: diverson1954 at charter.net
Subject: Free Resources for Medication Safety for Seniors, Low Vision and Blind

Medication Safety Awareness
for the Blind Week

September 9-15, 2017

Medication Safety begins with being able to read the label.
Nearly 14 million Americans have low vision or are blind, including many seniors over the age of 65.  For these individuals, not being about to clearly read a prescription label can result in medication errors, unnecessary injury or even death. Audible, large-print and Braille formats and are most often provided by pharmacies at no cost in compliance with the American's with Disabilities Act. There are many pharmacies that already provide this FREE service but do not advertise it.

Medication Safety Awareness for the Blind week is a great opportunity to let your community know that those who are low vision or blind can get FREE audible, large print and Braille prescription labels. Plan an awareness activity during the week of September 9-15th.  Sign up to receive a Participation Kit which includes brochures and a ScripTalk demonstration unit.  You can also download the "How to Help Save Lives Handout" for more ideas. 

Other Resources for Medication Safety Awareness for the Blind

ADA and Effective Communication
 <http://envisionamerica.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=db4dd6006ff4b508c6e63c45d&id=4fec65559e&e=567680009b> https://www.ada.gov/effective-com

Products and Devices to Help Identify Medications
 <http://envisionamerica.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=db4dd6006ff4b508c6e63c45d&id=21fe4c4f09&e=567680009b> http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/helpful-products/products-and-devices-to-help-you-identify-your-medications/125

National Council on Disability Best Practices for Pharmacies Brochure
 <http://envisionamerica.us3.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=db4dd6006ff4b508c6e63c45d&id=37e8191b20&e=567680009b> http://ncd.gov/publications/2016/best-practices-accessible-prescription-drug-labeling

Government Accountability Office Report
 <http://envisionamerica.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=db4dd6006ff4b508c6e63c45d&id=9fe127f6d2&e=567680009b> http://www.gao.gov/products/GAO-17-115

 <http://envisionamerica.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=db4dd6006ff4b508c6e63c45d&id=d2d091653a&e=567680009b> Pharmacies Providing ScripAbility Accessible Prescription Labels
www.envisionamerica.com/ourpharmacies

 <http://envisionamerica.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=db4dd6006ff4b508c6e63c45d&id=f708f882cd&e=567680009b> How to Help Save Lives Handout 

 <http://envisionamerica.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=db4dd6006ff4b508c6e63c45d&id=d446a55ace&e=567680009b> Sign Up to Receive a Participation Kit and ScripTalk Demo Unit 

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