Medication Management
Medications are the #1 preventable cause of falls — and we manage them
Nearly 40% of falls in seniors are linked to medications — dizziness from blood pressure drugs, sedation from sleep aids, blood sugar crashes from insulin. Managing multiple medications safely isn't just about remembering to take them. It's about taking the right ones at the right time, and having someone watching for the side effects that put people on the floor.
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Medication Management
Licensed professionals · Toronto & GTA
What your caregiver does
Every visit is guided by a care plan tailored to your loved one's needs.
Why families choose Haven at Home
Our nurses are trained in medication administration and monitor for the side effects that cause falls.
We document every dose and flag any concerns immediately to the prescribing physician.
Families get clarity on what's being taken, why, and what to watch for.
Signs you might need this
If any of these sound familiar, we can help.
Common questions
Can a PSW do medication reminders, or does it always require a nurse?+
PSWs can provide reminders and watch someone take their oral medications. Nurses are required for injections, complex regimens, and situations where clinical monitoring is needed. We'll recommend the right level for your situation.
What happens after a hospital stay when medications change?+
Hospital discharges often involve 3-5 medication changes at once. This is the highest-risk window for errors. Our nurses specialize in post-discharge medication reconciliation — organizing new prescriptions, stopping discontinued ones, and flagging anything that looks wrong.
My parent refuses to take certain medications. What do you do?+
We work with what they'll accept, document refusals, and communicate with their physician. We don't force medications, but we make sure the right people know when medications are being skipped so the doctor can address it.
What if you think a medication is causing a problem?+
We document the observation and contact the prescribing physician or pharmacist. We don't change medications ourselves, but we're often the first to notice a pattern — especially falls, dizziness, or unusual drowsiness — that prompts a medication review.
Do you communicate with the pharmacist?+
Yes. Pharmacists are underused as a medication safety resource. With your permission, we share the full medication list and flag interactions or concerns. Many medication problems are caught this way.
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Stop managing medications and start managing fall risk
Talk to our team about your loved one's medication list. We'll help you understand what's being taken, flag what needs attention, and put a system in place that keeps them safe.
- We'll ask about your loved one's needs and daily routine
- We'll explain your care options and what they involve
- We'll answer every question — no sales pitch
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