Your Medicine Cabinet

This free program allows you to schedule an annual 20 to 30-minute one-on-one discussion with your pharmacist to make sure you’re using all your medications in a safe and proper way.

1-866-255-6701

Website: MedsCheck

If you’re 65 or older and have a valid health card, you are eligible for the ODB program. You don’t have to apply for coverage. If the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has your correct mailing address, you will receive a letter notifying you of your ODB eligibility about two months before you turn 65.

1-888-405-0405

Website:  Ontario Drug Benefit Program (ODB)

Offers seniors a wide selection of professional medical advice on how to maintain their wellbeing. It provides health resources in multiple accessible formats, from downloadable PDFs and brochures to academic journal articles. For the casual reader, there are tips and tricks offered on everyday subjects such as dental hygiene and choosing a nursing home that will benefit seniors and their caretakers alike.

Website:  Medline Plus

The Canadian Medication Safety Network provides a chance to hear from health care providers and consumers about medication safety needs and opportunities from communities across the country.

Website: Safe Medication Use – ISMP Canada