Business Details
Specialty Pharmacy Services for Long-Term Care Facilities
Pharmacy Care Associates is a mission-driven specialty retail pharmacy dedicated to delivering compassionate care to residents, families, and facilities. With decades of combined experience in long-term care (LTC), our team prioritizes personalized service, innovative technology, and industry best practices. We specialize in medication management, accurate dispensing, and timely delivery while offering customized solutions like our 24/7 Reminder Med program. Our commitment extends beyond medication fulfillment to include comprehensive consulting services, prospective drug regimen reviews, and interdisciplinary quality meetings. We empower facility staff through over 24 hours of annual continuing education programs, covering critical topics like medication safety and compliance. Our leadership team brings over 150 years of collective LTC industry expertise, ensuring tailored support for skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living environments.We maintain state-of-the-art processes for medication procurement, storage, and destruction while providing facility-ready assessments and annual in-service training. Our clinical coordinators deliver on-site education programs, collaborating with staff to develop curricula aligned with pharmacy guidelines. Through personalized billing support, seamless technology integration, and a family-oriented approach, we aim to reduce administrative burdens and enhance resident outcomes. Our cohesive management team fosters a culture of continuous improvement, actively participating in national pharmacy technology conferences and industry committees. By combining operational excellence with compassionate care, we strive to be a trusted partner in optimizing medication therapy across the care continuum.
Services
Skilled Nursing Facility Support
Assisted Living Services
Independent Living Medication Systems
Home Medication Management
Pharmacy Consulting Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 medication reminder programs with customized portable solutions
- Our team brings over 150 years of combined LTC industry experience
- We provide 24+ hours of annual continuing education for facility staff
- Our proprietary medication carts and pharmacy policies enhance safety
- We guarantee seamless service transitions with no interruption of care
Services
Pharmacy Consulting Services
Our consultant pharmacists conduct prospective and retrospective drug regimen reviews while performing comprehensive med-pass observations. We review medication procurement, storage, and destruction procedures while providing facility-specific recommendations. Our team collaborates with staff to implement best practices for medication management compliance.
Medication Management
We offer customized medication packaging solutions including traditional blister cards and single/multi-dose packaging. Our quality assurance checks ensure proper labeling and timely delivery while maintaining emergency kits. Our proprietary pharmacy policies and state-of-the-art medication carts enhance medication administration safety across all care settings.
Continuing Education Programs
We provide over 24 hours of annual continuing education for administrators and nurses through in-person and online formats. Our clinical coordinators deliver facility-specific training on medication safety, compliance, and specialized care while offering regional meetings for multiple facilities to meet regulatory requirements.
Medication Reminder Program
Our 24/7 medication reminder program offers flexible, portable solutions customized to individual needs. This state-of-the-art system helps residents manage medication regimens independently while minimizing errors. The program supports both facility-based residents and those transitioning to home or rehabilitation settings.
Skilled Nursing Facility Support
We deliver specialized pharmacy services for skilled nursing facilities including prospective new admission screening and monthly med-pass audits. Our team provides drug utilization reviews, formulary management, and computerized medical records while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations through regular facility assessments.
People
Dane Yarbrough
President and CEO
With nearly three decades in LTC pharmacy, Dane leads PCA's strategic growth while serving on national industry boards. His expertise in operations and management drives innovation in medication administration technology and resident care solutions.
Vicki Faulk
Vice President of Operations
Bringing 30+ years of LTC experience, Vicki oversees daily operations with a focus on customer service excellence. She ensures seamless service delivery across pharmacy fulfillment, billing, and problem resolution while maintaining strong client relationships.
Leigh Ellen Elliott
Director of Pharmacy
As Director of Pharmacy in Athens, Leigh Ellen manages pharmacy operations with expertise in service transitions. Her leadership ensured a seamless relocation of our Huntsville pharmacy without service interruption, maintaining customer satisfaction.
Jennifer Martin
Billing Office Manager
Jennifer oversees billing operations with extensive pharmacy software expertise. She provides technical support for pharmacy technology systems while resolving billing issues for customers and staff through her deep knowledge of pharmacy fulfillment processes.
Kim Goree
Human Resource Manager
Kim manages HR operations including onboarding, training, and benefits administration. Her focus on associate relations fosters a supportive work environment while ensuring compliance with employment practices and maintaining competitive benefit packages.
Questions
What types of facilities do you serve?
We support skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, specialty care assisted living facilities, and independent living communities across Alabama.
Do you offer medication management training for staff?
Yes, we provide over 24 hours of annual continuing education including medication safety training, compliance programs, and specialized care instruction for facility staff.
How do you handle medication delivery?
We offer daily delivery with backup pharmacy services available, providing traditional blister card dispensing or single/multi-dose packaging solutions with proper labeling.
What consulting services do you provide?
Our consulting services include prospective and retrospective drug regimen reviews, med-pass observations, medication procedure reviews, and new admission assessments.
Do you offer 24/7 medication support?
Yes, our Reminder Med program provides a 24/7 customizable medication reminder system for residents requiring independent medication management support.
