Managing cancer treatment is a complex, often overwhelming experience for patients and their families. From following intricate medication regimens to handling side effects, the demands of managing cancer at home can feel like a full-time job. The shift from clinic-based to home-based care adds both convenience and new challenges to the equation. That’s why KEEP and Extend Pharmacy have teamed up—to make managing cancer therapies at home easier, more secure, and more supported than ever before.
The Challenges of Managing Cancer Therapy at Home
For patients with cancer, maintaining adherence to treatment plans can be a critical component of their recovery, but it’s not always easy. Cancer therapies often require specific dosing schedules, sometimes spanning weeks, with breaks in between. This makes it difficult for patients to keep track of when they need to take medication, when they need to pause, and when to resume. The complexity of medication regimens, combined with managing other aspects of life, can become overwhelming, and missed doses could lead to setbacks in treatment.
Moreover, caregivers and families supporting patients with cancer are often stretched thin, juggling the emotional demands of caregiving alongside the logistical responsibilities of managing medications. Traditional systems and tools fall short when it comes to providing the real-time support that patients and their families need in the home environment.
How Technology is Changing the Cancer Care Landscape
As cancer therapies shift into the home setting, new technologies are stepping in to help bridge the gap between patient needs and healthcare provider support. Digital health tools, including smart medication management systems like KEEP, are transforming how patients stay on track with their treatments. These innovations go beyond simple reminders—they offer personalized, real-time insights, connect caregivers, and ensure that patients and families have the resources they need to stay on top of their treatments.
Introducing the KEEP & Extend Pharmacy Partnership
In partnership with Extend Pharmacy, KEEP is providing a solution that addresses these exact challenges. By combining KEEP’s smart medication management technology with Extend Pharmacy’s white-glove, personalized pharmacy services, this collaboration brings real-time support to patients’ homes.
Here’s how this partnership is transforming cancer care:
- Personalized Medication Management: KEEP’s Modern Medicine Cabinet stores medication safely and sends real-time notifications to patients and caregivers when it’s time to take a dose. This smart device is ideal for patients managing complex cancer therapies, providing peace of mind and confidence in their dosing regimen.
- Circle of Care for Caregivers: Cancer doesn’t just affect the patient—it affects the entire family. KEEP’s Circle of Care feature enables patients to include their caregivers, whether they’re at home or across the country. This feature allows family members and healthcare providers to stay informed and offer timely support, without placing the burden solely on one person. This can be particularly helpful in complex cancer therapies where monitoring is key.
- Tailored Support for Oncology Patients: Extend Pharmacy offers specialized services for patients with cancer, such as medication counseling, support for side effect management, and help with navigating complex insurance and reimbursement processes. By integrating these services with KEEP’s technology, the partnership offers comprehensive, personalized care that ensures patients have what they need, when they need it.
The Future of Home-Based Cancer Care:
The KEEP and Extend Pharmacy partnership is more than just an improvement in medication management—it’s a step forward in human-centered cancer care. The future of cancer therapy is at home, where patients can receive the care they need in the comfort of their own environment, supported by their family, smart technology and connected to a team of professionals who understand their unique challenges.