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Learn to use your medications more effectively - and stay healthier - with the help of a pharmacist certified in Medication Therapy Management.

25/07/2024

Time for some fresh, local sweet corn! (Well, and other fresh veggies, too, but really it's all about corn for me.)

It's been 5 years since research showed that sunscreen ingredients can be absorbed into the bloodstream. But what's have...
14/07/2024

It's been 5 years since research showed that sunscreen ingredients can be absorbed into the bloodstream. But what's have we learned since then? Are they safe to use? Or not? Here's an update on the risks and benefits of sunscreen.

You've probably heard that the safety of sunscreens has been called into question recently. Now people are unsure about how to protect their skin from sun damage and possible skin cancer.

The Better My Meds blog has been quiet for a while. Here's why.
28/06/2024

The Better My Meds blog has been quiet for a while. Here's why.

A quick post to keep you updated on the things that keep me away from the practice of pharmacy. This was our first trip abroad in 3 decades!

Ticks -- they're in the garden, woods, all the wonderful summer spots. Here's some current information on what to do if ...
17/05/2024

Ticks -- they're in the garden, woods, all the wonderful summer spots. Here's some current information on what to do if you're bitten.

Ticks can carry and transmit infectious diseases. But how concerned do you need to be if you find you've had a tick bite?

09/05/2024

Join Washtenaw Support Network for Caregivers for a fun afternoon outing at the Museum of Natural History! Mark your calendar for May 22, 1:30 p.m.

Offered in partnership with JFS of Washtenaw County, Exhale Family Caregiver Initiative, Silver Club Memory Programs, and Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County.

Use the expertise and advice of a pharmacist to make sure your meds fit into your life, instead of fitting your life aro...
17/04/2024

Use the expertise and advice of a pharmacist to make sure your meds fit into your life, instead of fitting your life around your meds.

Managing your meds is easier when you enlist the whole healthcare team, including the medication expert, your pharmacist.

Check out the bottom left photo - my father-in-law Roger! Go Dad!
12/04/2024

Check out the bottom left photo - my father-in-law Roger! Go Dad!

This T shirt is a magnet. While wearing it in Augusta, ME last fall and again this week at Epcot, people I'd never met r...
29/03/2024

This T shirt is a magnet. While wearing it in Augusta, ME last fall and again this week at Epcot, people I'd never met recognized it and came to talk with me about how much they love The Dexter Cider Mill! I love that this big world sometimes just seems so small!

Monitoring the effectiveness of your meds may not be your favorite thing to do, but it may be one of the best paths to b...
08/03/2024

Monitoring the effectiveness of your meds may not be your favorite thing to do, but it may be one of the best paths to better health. Read the latest post from Better My Meds for more information!

Self monitoring can be an important step toward keeping you healthy. Knowing your goals and what to do to get there is key information.

Learning how to prevent the onset of diabetes is key to staying healthy for the long term.
26/02/2024

Learning how to prevent the onset of diabetes is key to staying healthy for the long term.

Learn how to take small steps to prevent type 2 diabetes with a free Pre-Diabetes Prevention Program.

Lois DeLeon, below, is a good friend of mine. It's wonderful to see her sharing her love of art with the community!
15/02/2024

Lois DeLeon, below, is a good friend of mine. It's wonderful to see her sharing her love of art with the community!

Gallery 100, founded in 2009, transformed into a vibrant artistic hub in the Silver Maples community, thanks to Lois DeLeon, the gallery manager since 2007. Lois organized diverse exhibitions and fostered friendships within Chelsea's art community. As she considered retirement, Winn Nichols, Director of Programming and Wellness at Silver Maples, armed with a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a deep passion for the arts took over, sharing Lois's vision of art uniting people.

Despite its transformative impact, Gallery 100 remained relatively unknown. Lois, Winn, and the Silver Maples community recognized the opportunity to connect with a broader audience by sharing the gallery's treasures.

Gallery 100 is a testament to the power of art and community, bridging generational and cultural divides within the Silver Maples of Chelsea community.

Gallery Hours:
Monday-Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday-Sunday: 10am – 3pm

Direct Primary Care is a different way to have a doctor-patient relationship without insurers and time restrictions gett...
13/02/2024

Direct Primary Care is a different way to have a doctor-patient relationship without insurers and time restrictions getting in the way. Contact Dr Jeff from Beyond Primary Care for more information!

Managing your meds includes "adherence" - taking them consistently and as directed. That's not always easy to do, and wh...
10/02/2024

Managing your meds includes "adherence" - taking them consistently and as directed. That's not always easy to do, and when alternatives are needed the whole healthcare team can help.

Medication adherence -- taking medications as prescribed, and taking them regularly, can be tough. But your health may depend on it.

Managing your medications can be tough when you're taking more than a couple of them. Keeping an complete and updated me...
26/01/2024

Managing your medications can be tough when you're taking more than a couple of them. Keeping an complete and updated med list goes a long way toward making it easier. Here are some tips on how to get started!

Keeping your medication list accurate and up to date is one way to make managing your medications easier. Here's how to make it do-able!

Make your meds more manageable in 2024. Read on to learn a couple of easy steps you can take to simplify your medication...
10/01/2024

Make your meds more manageable in 2024. Read on to learn a couple of easy steps you can take to simplify your medication use!

Medication management - health professionals do it, but you can too. Learn how you can manage your meds to make your life simpler!

20/12/2023
Today's event, Saline Area Senior Center Health Fair!
06/10/2023

Today's event, Saline Area Senior Center Health Fair!

Happy to be here at the Milan Seniors for Healthy Living Health Fair! A beautiful day for an important community event!
03/10/2023

Happy to be here at the Milan Seniors for Healthy Living Health Fair! A beautiful day for an important community event!

Come to the Morris Lawrence building at Washtenaw Community College tomorrow 10-2! Stop by the Better My Meds table to s...
29/09/2023

Come to the Morris Lawrence building at Washtenaw Community College tomorrow 10-2! Stop by the Better My Meds table to say hi, and see what other local businesses are doing to help older adults!

Housing Bureau for Seniors presents: Ashton Applewhite Named one of the fifty leaders working to transform the world to be a better place to grow older.

Some info and pics from our recent adventure!
22/09/2023

Some info and pics from our recent adventure!

Vacations are a great way to get relaxation, stress reduction, and adventure all at the same time. Here's what we did on our road trip to Maine!

I'm proud to have officially joined the ranks of "older adult"! Not sure how the time went by so fast, but I'm glad I ma...
20/09/2023

I'm proud to have officially joined the ranks of "older adult"! Not sure how the time went by so fast, but I'm glad I made it this far. And I have the documentation to prove it!

I'm honored to be featured in this week's edition of the The Sun Times News!
01/09/2023

I'm honored to be featured in this week's edition of the The Sun Times News!

Dexter resident and pharmacist Betty Chaffee created a pharmacy practice that provides medication management services instead of filling prescriptions.

A fun time and great discussion with folks at the Chelsea Senior Center yesterday! Sophia Speroff and I talked about the...
10/08/2023

A fun time and great discussion with folks at the Chelsea Senior Center yesterday! Sophia Speroff and I talked about the benefits and use of Collagen. We're there every month on the 2nd Wed at 11:15 for "Ask the Expert" talks on different topics about diet and medications.

Wondering about the possible benefits of taking CoQ10? Here's some information that might help!
28/07/2023

Wondering about the possible benefits of taking CoQ10? Here's some information that might help!

Coenzyme Q10 plays a huge role in health. But does that mean everyone should take supplements? This information will help you decide.

It's always fun to talk with members of Saline Area Senior Center ! The subject today - "Deprescribing". Contact us at B...
26/07/2023

It's always fun to talk with members of Saline Area Senior Center ! The subject today - "Deprescribing". Contact us at Better My Meds for more information!

Magnesium is an important mineral, but it's gotten a lot harder to get enough in our diet. Here's some important informa...
14/07/2023

Magnesium is an important mineral, but it's gotten a lot harder to get enough in our diet. Here's some important information to help you stay healthy.

Are you getting enough magnesium in your diet ? Learn why magnesium is important to your health and whether you're at risk for deficiency.

Thank you Dexter Area Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring the Friday Summer Concert Series! Last night's band, The Randy ...
08/07/2023

Thank you Dexter Area Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring the Friday Summer Concert Series! Last night's band, The Randy Brock Group was great. Looking forward to more musical Fridays!

28/06/2023

Pharmacist Betty Chaffee of Better My Meds, always shares excellent content. Last week she presented on Medication Allergies. Her upcoming programs are Deprescribing and CBD. See below for descriptions. Register online at salineseniors.org, at the front desk, or call 734.429.9274. Free to members.

Deprescribing: July 26, 10-11am- Doctors are really good at prescribing medications when they’re needed to improve health. But identifying when they’re no longer helping, and then
deprescribing, doesn’t often reach the top of the priority list. Learn how you can work with your doctor on deprescribing.

CBD Update: Aug 23, 3-4pm- CBD has become ever more popular over the past few years. What more do we know about it now than we did then? Discuss the uses, efficacy, and safety of CBD, and the road blocks to finding the right product and dose for your health concern.

Thanks you Stockbridge Area Senior Center for inviting me to your "new" facility! What a great group of people, and a fu...
23/06/2023

Thanks you Stockbridge Area Senior Center for inviting me to your "new" facility! What a great group of people, and a fun discussion. I look forward to August, too, and getting to know everyone better!

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Learn to use your medications more effectively - and stay healthier - with the help of a pharmacist certified in Medication Management.

BetterMyMeds is a pharmacy practice that specializes in helping people take on a more active role in their own healthcare. We provide education and support to improve understanding of medication and how to get the best health benefit from them. Consultation with a BetterMyMeds pharmacist empowers individuals to communicate more effectively with healthcare providers, take part in important decisions, and make their healthcare more personal.