Guardian Pharmacy Services

Guardian Pharmacy Services Guardian is one of the largest, most trusted long-term care pharmacy service providers in the U.S.

We serve senior living, skilled nursing, and community providers of mental and behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability services. Founded in 2004 in Atlanta, GA, Guardian Pharmacy Services and its partner pharmacies focus on providing exceptional customer service and patient care to long-term care facilities including assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities and behavioral health homes. Guardian's unique "local autonomy" business model allows partner pharmacies to operate as independent businesses, tailoring their services to the needs of customers in their respective markets. We take our responsibility to our customers and their residents very seriously, and always strive to make sure that every prescription we fill and every service we execute receives our utmost care and attention. In the end, customers are the winners as pharmacies devote more attention to them while still meeting the many demands of any business.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month – a perfect time to start conversations about staying protected. From fl...
08/28/2025

August is National Immunization Awareness Month – a perfect time to start conversations about staying protected. From flu shots to RSV, pneumococcal, shingles, and COVID-19, vaccines play a vital role in keeping residents healthy. Now is the time for communities and pharmacy teams to coordinate, communicate, and prepare.

In our latest blog, Michael Samarkos, PharmD, CPh, shares 3 key steps communities can take to strengthen their vaccination strategy for the upcoming respiratory illness season: https://guardianpharmacy.com/blog/2025/08/18/preparing-for-the-season-ahead-3-steps-to-a-strong-vaccination-strategy/

As a Nurse Consultant and Account Manager with Guardian Pharmacy Mid-South in Memphis, Tennessee, Gayle Lee bridges the ...
08/25/2025

As a Nurse Consultant and Account Manager with Guardian Pharmacy Mid-South in Memphis, Tennessee, Gayle Lee bridges the gap between pharmacy operations and resident care. With decades of experience in geriatrics, Gayle brings a nurse’s perspective to every interaction—whether she’s conducting regulatory reviews, training staff, or supporting daily medication operations in skilled nursing and assisted living communities.

Each community served by Guardian is paired with a dedicated account manager like Gayle—often a nurse—who provides routine, on-site support and personalized service. From addressing urgent issues to delivering proactive business reviews, Gayle’s role is hands-on, collaborative, and focused on outcomes.
“The diverse range of clients I serve enables me to apply my long-term care experience and knowledge to assist others while also gaining new insights and perspectives to share,” Gayle says.

On any given day, Gayle might be leading a vaccine clinic, supporting a community through a state survey, reviewing med carts for compliance, or working alongside community leadership to align pharmacy service with resident care goals. The variety of the work—and the relationships it fosters—are what make the role fulfilling.

“In today’s high-pressure healthcare environment, I strive to be a dependable and consistent resource for both residents and community staff, easing stress associated with medication management,” she says.
At Guardian, the role of a nurse account manager goes far beyond customer service. It’s a clinical extension of the care team—and a key differentiator in the long-term care pharmacy industry.

“Guardian Pharmacy embodies a unique and authentic customer-focused culture,” Gayle adds. “We’re a diverse team, each bringing personal strengths and unique experiences that enable us to successfully tackle daily operations and challenges.”

Guardian Pharmacy’s annual director of operations meeting in Atlanta brought together leaders from across the country fo...
08/21/2025

Guardian Pharmacy’s annual director of operations meeting in Atlanta brought together leaders from across the country for three days of connection, learning, and collaboration. Through engaging discussions, shared insights, and strategic planning, our teams worked together to find new ways to enhance our services and meet the evolving needs of the long-term care and senior living residents we serve.

In late July, nearly 30 of our HR and talent acquisition pros from across the country gathered in Atlanta for the Guardi...
08/20/2025

In late July, nearly 30 of our HR and talent acquisition pros from across the country gathered in Atlanta for the Guardian HR Summit. Over the course of two days, our TA and benefits teams, along with our HR business partners and generalists, came together to brainstorm fresh ideas for enhancing the employee experience and supporting professional growth. A highlight of the event was partnering with Team Building with Taste for a hands-on cooking experience that inspired creativity, teamwork, and left us with some delicious memories. Thanks to all members of our Guardian family who made this an unforgettable event.

Congratulations to Matt Depenbrock, director of business development for Guardian Pharmacy SWFL and Tampa, on being name...
08/19/2025

Congratulations to Matt Depenbrock, director of business development for Guardian Pharmacy SWFL and Tampa, on being named treasurer of the Florida Senior Living Association (FSLA)!

Matt has been a strong voice for Florida’s senior living communities, serving on the FSLA board and previously representing pharmacy services on the Florida Health Care Association’s board. In this new executive role, he continues to show his dedication to advancing senior care in the state. Learn more: https://loom.ly/ph4w6pc

Join us in congratulating Matt on this well-earned achievement!

Tune in to the latest episode of the Bits & Bytes podcast by Byteworks, featuring Andy Green, Director of Information Te...
08/12/2025

Tune in to the latest episode of the Bits & Bytes podcast by Byteworks, featuring Andy Green, Director of Information Technology Services at Guardian. In this episode, Andy shares firsthand insights into the critical role IT infrastructure plays in successful mergers and acquisitions, from pre-acquisition technical due diligence to seamless post-acquisition network integration.

Guardian’s success in acquiring and integrating new pharmacies wouldn’t be possible without IT leaders like Andy, whose deep knowledge helps power our national expansion and ensures our pharmacy teams have the tools and support they need to deliver exceptional care to the communities we serve. Watch: https://loom.ly/g4JnfXw

At Guardian, we’ve always believed that pharmacy-EHR connectivity streamlines care and reduces risk. This article from o...
08/11/2025

At Guardian, we’ve always believed that pharmacy-EHR connectivity streamlines care and reduces risk. This article from our partner PointClickCare highlights how Watermark Retirement Communities brought that belief to life. With support from Guardian’s pharmacy teams and the PointClickCare platform, they cut medication order management time by 40%, reduced duplicate orders and errors, and improved communication between care teams and the pharmacy.

From interface testing to training and post-launch optimization, integrations like this require thoughtful coordination and support between our EHR partners, the pharmacy, and the community. And to help ensure a smooth rollout, our account management and pharmacy operations teams are there every step of the way.

It’s a powerful example of how smart integration can ease staff workload, reduce risk, and ultimately improve care. Read the full article: https://loom.ly/PzgGLLU

Leaders at Watermark Retirement Communities knew what all senior housing operators know: when it comes to care outcomes, every minute matters. That’s

The future of aging is already here, and it looks nothing like the past. In her latest blog, Bethany Bramwell, PharmD, B...
08/07/2025

The future of aging is already here, and it looks nothing like the past. In her latest blog, Bethany Bramwell, PharmD, BCGP, explores how today’s older adults are entering their later years more connected, more proactive about their health, and with higher expectations than ever before. These shifts are transforming how senior living communities market themselves and the services they offer. Find out how aligning lifestyle and wellness messaging with trusted service partners, including a long-term care pharmacy, can strengthen your brand and build resident confidence from day one: https://loom.ly/JgT9Y68

08/06/2025

Did you know nearly 1 in 4 adults aged 65 and older fall each year, often sustaining injuries from preventable issues like muscle weakness and poor balance? During National Wellness Month, it’s a great time to focus on building strength, improving stability, and staying active. Whether it's a short daily walk, chair yoga, or resistance exercises, small steps can lead to safer, healthier aging. Check out these tips to help older adults stay steady and strong: https://loom.ly/N-RhQI8

We’ve officially arrived in the Beaver State! We’re excited to welcome Managed Healthcare Pharmacy, one of Oregon’s larg...
08/05/2025

We’ve officially arrived in the Beaver State! We’re excited to welcome Managed Healthcare Pharmacy, one of Oregon’s largest long-term care pharmacies with locations in Eugene and Medford, to the Guardian family. This marks our first physical presence in the state and expands our footprint in the Pacific Northwest. We’re proud to support their dedicated team as they continue delivering exceptional care to assisted living, behavioral health and IDD communities. Learn more: https://loom.ly/V4KVduY

We’re thrilled to welcome Misty Pagan to the Guardian Pharmacy family! In her new role as Nurse Liaison, National Accoun...
07/29/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Misty Pagan to the Guardian Pharmacy family! In her new role as Nurse Liaison, National Accounts, Misty will work alongside Wendy Kallaher and the team, serving as the key liaison for several of our senior living account partners.

Please join us in giving Misty a warm welcome and congratulating her on this exciting new chapter!

07/24/2025

At Guardian, serving our community goes far beyond the four walls of a pharmacy building—we believe in strengthening communities through meaningful action. For the second year, we’re proud to share our GuardianGives Community Impact Report, showcasing how our teams made a lasting impact in 2024. From supporting communities during hurricane season and raising funds for our charity of choice, the Alzheimer’s Association, to volunteering locally, this report highlights the continued growth of our culture of care. See the full report: https://loom.ly/ZCT4KmY

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