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80. How One Tool Prevented Medication Errors in Dementia Caregiving with Kimber Westmore


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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by medication management in dementia care?

Managing medications for a loved one with dementia can feel like navigating a labyrinth. This episode introduces a beacon of hope, PillMap, a simple yet ingenious solution to this complex challenge.

Kimber Westmore, the founder of PillMap, has a career deeply rooted in fire life safety. Her passion for reducing medication errors was sparked by a personal mission to shield her parents from the risks of mis-medication. The inception of PillMap occurred at her family's kitchen table during Sunday dinners, born out of a desperate need to keep both family and paid caregivers well-informed. 

PillMap, known for its effectiveness, is now utilized in every state. It serves as a comprehensive guide to help with management of a pillbox and accompanies patients to various health-related appointments, including visits to doctors, pharmacies, and emergency rooms.

Tragically, Kimber lost her husband to a heart attack 12 years ago. She is a mother to four children and a doting grandmother to four grandchildren. Her personal experiences and family-centric approach have been pivotal in shaping the compassionate vision behind PillMap.

0:04:09 Introducing Kimber and her product PillMap

0:09:14 The practicality and benefits of using PillMap
0:17:39 Simplifying Medication Instructions for Effective Communication
0:19:45 Pill Map: Lowering Medication Errors and Saving Lives
0:29:17 Challenges of the Healthcare System
0:30:46 Practical Improvements to the Product and Contact Information
0:32:28 Making Pill Map Locally
0:35:00 Continuing Support and Promotion for Pill Map
0:35:38 Pouring Heart and Soul into Serving Success Seekers

 

You can find Kimber Westmore on:

https://pillmap.com/
https://pillmap.com/product/pillmap-with-pen/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimber-westmore-a0603031/
https://www.facebook.com/PillMap

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