Team Alice University at Buffalo

10/16/2025

At last week’s Sandwich Generation Symposium, hosted by the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences - University at Buffalo, Team Alice co-lead Robert Wahler, PharmD, discussed with BTPM NPR the hidden risks of medication use in older adults.

https://www.btpm.org/local/2025-10-15/disabilities-beat-the-hidden-danger-of-medication-errors-how-to-avoid-them



University at Buffalo Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Primary Care Research Institute - University at Buffalo

Team Alice focuses on reducing what many people would call “medication errors,” especially in older adults. Here’s how those mistakes happen and how to reduce your risk.

10/14/2025

Are you part of the 'Sandwich Generation?' A growing number of adults are facing the reality of taking care of their parents and children. Here's what experts say:

10/03/2025

🥪💭📣The Sandwich Generation Symposium

Join our very own Mary Brennan-Taylor and Robert Wahler, PharmD, along with other distinguished speakers, for a FREE event focused on the Sandwich Generation—those who care for aging parents while also supporting children or other family members. The symposium will feature experts, advocates, and community voices exploring the unique challenges and opportunities of multigenerational caregiving.

📩 REGISTRATION: https://www.buffalo.edu/health-sciences/events/registrations.html

Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences - University at Buffalo
Primary Care Research Institute - University at Buffalo

09/22/2025

📚 Manuscript Workshop Spotlight

Our Manuscript Workshop provides a safe, collaborative space for sharing ideas, giving feedback, and supporting each other through the writing process.

It offers an opportunity for colleagues to share papers “under construction,” brainstorm ideas, refine drafts, and develop confidence in presenting scholarship.

✨ The workshop is especially designed to encourage junior staff and new investigators to present, while fostering a supportive environment for all stages of writing.

➡️ Some papers at the workshop may be closer to submission or review, and those authors are excited to share their progress!

09/19/2025

We are thrilled to share that our Medication Safety and Empowerment Curriculum pilot has been funded! This initiative allows us the opportunity to continue sharing Alice’s Story across Western New York, while educating and empowering older adults and their caregivers with the knowledge and communication skills needed to take charge of their medications.

Primary Care Research Institute - University at Buffalo

During the third quarter of 2025, the Health Foundation for Western & Central New York invested in partnerships and programs to improve community health in western and central New York....

09/17/2025

09/05/2025

As we age, our health and financial well-being should be a top priority. Find tips, tools, and resources to keep you happy, healthy, and financially secure as you juggle your everyday responsibilities.

07/23/2025

Alice's Story is mentioned in this article as a case study, highlighting the need for better medication safety practices.

Medication errors and polypharmacy put older adults at risk, but strategies like caregiver guidance to deprescribing can increase safety

05/30/2025

Aging in America: Survive or Thrive is a one-hour documentary narrated by Martin Sheen.

05/28/2025

Join Team Alice TODAY 1-4 PM at the Richmond - Summer Senior Center for a Senior Safety Summit!

📣 Hi Buffalo Seniors! Join us THIS THURSDAY for an informative event dedicated to you! You will learn about resources in your community that care about your safety, health, and well-being. The event will feature expert-led panels, hands-on activities, and free health screenings. Come to the Metro CDC Delavan-Grider Community Center on E. Delavan Ave in the on May 8th at 12:30pm!

04/24/2025

Turn in unneeded medications for safe disposal!

DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Saturday, April 26, 2025 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health, encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications fro...

04/15/2025

Empowering Older Adults in Medication Safety through Educational Animated Videos

Older adults are at a heightened risk of experiencing adverse drug events due to polypharmacy and the use of potentially inappropriate medications. Enhancing the knowledge and self-advocacy skills ...