Sacare and MediMap roll out newest technology to improve client quality and safety

Sacare leads the way in client safety and quality in Medication Management.

An innovative electronic medication management solution created by Medi-Map, recently trialled with SACARE, provides greater safety and quality to the disability sector.

The pilot program proved significantly safer management of medication for patients by reducing the risk of errors and providing a more efficient process for staff.

SACARE General Manager of Clinical Therapy Services, Klade Thomas, says Medi-Map has radically transformed its medication management processes.

“The greatest outcome of the pilot is the reduction in errors. By reducing errors, we reduce the risk of harm to people in our care,” Ms Thomas said.

Medi- Map completely eliminated medication incidents.

Medication management is a major issue for the disability sector, accounting for around 250,000 hospital admissions a year at a cost of around $1.4 billion, according to the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia.

“Clients previously had multiple hand-written charts that included medication information, but these can be impossible to read and understand, raising a safety risk.”

“Medi-Map instead provides a clear and easy to read dispensing process and even provides staff tips and helpful information. It has in-built reporting mechanisms allowing for greater oversight and clarity of the clients’ medication information. It can also be used offline, which is integral if there is a power outage,” Mrs Thomas said.

Safety and Quality across for all SACARE accommodations and community clients.

SACARE has implemented the roll out of Medi-Map across its other accommodation sites and community clients, which will occur in the coming months.

“Medi-Map makes medication management easy – and if something goes wrong, you can see it immediately and initiate risk management processes.”

Medi-Map Chief Executive Officer, Greg Garratt said they specifically designed the digital system for the healthcare sector where medications are administered or where oversight was necessary to improve health outcomes.

“Medi-Map is leading the way in developing innovative technology that reduces risk and improves health outcomes to individuals in care,” Mr Garratt said.

For more information about the Medi-Map medication management solution, contact Klade Thoma, General Manager Clinical Services at quality@sacare.com.au