Absolute Unscripted: Pharmacy Insights for Senior Living

Medication diversion is a serious risk in senior living. In this episode of Absolute Unscripted, Beth sits down with Jill Nowacki, RN, BSN, CDP, to discuss how to recognize warning signs, prevent diversion, respond to suspected incidents, and protect resident safety through strong medication management and accountability.

In this episode, guest speaker Mary Jo McElyea, Vice President of Sales and Client Retention at Absolute Pharmacy, joins us to break down one of the biggest operational challenges in LTC facilities: the med pass bottleneck. We discuss: • Why med pass is slowing nurses down — and what facilities can do about it • How smarter medication packaging improves speed, accuracy, and nurse confidence • Smal...

Podcast host, Beth Husted and guest Kevin Fearon discuss the Inflation Reduction Act and its impact on senior health care. In this episode, they break down what the legislation means in practical terms—from prescription drug pricing reforms to expanded benefits and cost-saving measures for older adults. Beth and Kevin explore how these changes may affect access to care, out-of-pocket expenses, and...