Are you worried about your abilities to manage your medications?
Would you like to talk to a pharmacist about your concerns?
Many people do not understand that taking multiple medications can sometimes impact their health.
And according to National Prescribing Service, as many as 30% of older people can end up in hospital due to unwanted side effects from their medications.
A free visit from an accredited pharmacist, in the privacy and comfort of your own home, can give you the confidence you need to be in control of your health.
A Home Medicines Review (HMR) is a review of your medicines by an accredited pharmacist in your home. The pharmacist will go through all the medicines and supplements that you take, check your understanding, and answer any questions you may have.
Home Medicines Review are fully funded by the Australian Government and are of no costs to eligible clients.
You are eligible for a free Home Medicines Review if you answer YES to all of the points below:
- Hold a current Medicare card or Department of VeteransΓÇÖ Affairs (DVA) card
- Live in a community setting (e.g. your house)
- Are at risk of, or experiencing, medication related problems
- Your doctor confirms that there is a need for a HMR Service
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Would benefit from a Home Medicines Review?
If you answer YES to ANY of the points below, then you may benefit from a Home Medicines Review.
- Do you take more than five medicines a day?
- Have you recently spent time in hospital?
- Are you concerned about managing your medicines?
- Are you confused about your medicines?
- Do you forget to take your medicines?
- You can also print out this list and take to your doctor.
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The Home Medicines Review Process
There are 5 stages to the process of getting a free Home Medicines Review for yourself or someone you care about:
1. Obtain a HMR referral from your doctor
Ask your local doctor to make a referral for Home Medicines Review (HMR).
2. Interview with a pharmacist
A member of the Clinical Pharmacy Services New England team will contact you to make an appointment to meet with you.
At the interview, the pharmacist will review and discuss your medications with you.
3. HMR Report by pharmacist
The Clinical Pharmcy Services New England pharmacist will write a report detailing recommendations to improve your medication management and send it to your doctor.
4. Action Plan by your doctor
Your doctors will discuss any changes to your medications with you, and fill out a Medication Management Plan
5. Follow up reviews with pharmacist (if necessary)
If necessary, further pharmacist follow-up sessions are available to sort out any unresolved medication-related issues
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Why Choose Clinical Pharmacy Services New England?
Experienced Pharmacists
Our accredited pharmacists have many years of experience in Home Medicines Review, and can help to improve your medication management.
No Costs
Your Home Medicines Reviews (HMRs) are fully funded by the Australian Government if you are eligible clients.
Prompt Service
We are commited to provide a prompt service. Once we have received your referral, we will aim to conduct the review and report to the doctor within 14 days.
Easy in-home Interview
Home Medicines Reviews are conducted in the comfort of your home. You can also have a family member, carer, or friend present at the interview if you wish.
Telehealth Option
You can also choose to have your Home Medicines Review conducted via Telehealth for eligible clients.
Follow up Appointments
If necessary, follow-up sessions are available to sort out any unresolved medication-related issues.