Pharmacy Outreach Program

Providing the Rhode Island community with the latest, most complete medication information

reachrx@etal.uri.edu

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For more than 35 years, the Pharmacy Outreach Program at the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy has partnered with communities across Rhode Island to help residents better understand and manage their medications. The program provides free medication education, outreach services, and wellness support to Rhode Island residents through community-based programs and events.

The Pharmacy Outreach Program is committed to improving the health and well-being of Rhode Islanders by increasing access to trusted medication information and personalized support. Through one-on-one medication review sessions (“Brown Bag” medication consultations), educational presentations, health fairs, and community outreach events, the program helps individuals build confidence in their medications and improve medication adherence, safety, and overall health outcomes.

Services are available to community groups, senior centers, housing communities, libraries, faith-based organizations, schools, and other interested groups throughout Rhode Island. The program also works to expand access to medication-related resources and support for underserved and historically marginalized communities.
To schedule a program or learn more about available services, please contact us at reachrx@etal.uri.edu

Educational Presentations

The Pharmacy Outreach Program offers a diverse library of more than 150 educational programs designed to support the health and wellness needs of Rhode Island communities.

Popular presentation topics include fall risk prevention, mental health, pain management, diabetes, heart health, medication safety, healthy aging, herbal and dietary supplements, weight-loss medications, and other timely healthcare topics relevant to the community.

Programs are interactive, community-focused, and tailored to meet the needs and interests of each audience.

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Brown Bag Program

In the Brown Bag Medication Review Program, participants bring all of their prescription medications, over-the-counter products, vitamins, and supplements to a personalized medication review with a pharmacist. During the session, the pharmacist reviews each medication to help participants better understand how and why their medications are used, identify possible side effects or interactions, discuss proper administration, and answer medication-related questions. These one-on-one sessions are designed to support medication safety, adherence, and overall health and wellness.

Heath Fairs

The Pharmacy Outreach Program participates in health fairs and community wellness events throughout Rhode Island.

Available services may include blood pressure screenings, medication safety education and resources, naloxone distribution, and other health screenings upon request. Tabling activities and resources can be tailored to meet the needs of the community, organization, or event.

On-Site Medication Counseling

The Pharmacy Outreach Program participates in health fairs and community wellness events throughout Rhode Island.

Medication Cost Resources

Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) - Volunteers provide seniors with information, counseling, and assistance in making decisions about Medicare and other insurance concerns.
GoodRx - A website and mobile app that tracks prescription drug prices and offers discount coupons.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance - Programs are available through America’s Pharmaceutical Research Companies for people who lack prescription coverage and cannot afford their medications.