Community Events - BetterMyMeds

Recent presentations include:

"Side Effects of Non-Prescription Medications" Silver Maples Retirement Community, Chelsea, MI January, 2022

"Advances in the Treatment and Prevention of Covid-19" Live presentation at Chelsea Senior Center, Saline Senior Center, and Silver Maples Senior Living in Chelsea. September/October 2021

"Update on COVID-19 Vaccines." Chelsea Senior Center (Presented remotely) Chelsea, MI March 2021

"The New Normal - Protecting Yourself from a Second Surge of COVID-19." Saline Senior Center (Presented remotely) Saline, MI April, 2020

"The Role of Genetics in Personalizing Healthcare." Elderwise Learning, Ann Arbor, MI. February, 2020

"Dietary Supplements - Choosing a Product that's Right for You." Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Ann Arbor, MI January, 2020

"The Effects of Medications on Hearing - Hearing Loss, Vertigo, and Tinnitus." Hearing Loss Association of America. Westland, MI September, 2019

“Be an Active Player on your Healthcare Team!” Howell Senior Center, Howell, MI July, 2019

“Over-the-Counter Medicines -- Getting past the Marketing to choose the right one” The Cedars of Dexter, Dexter, MI January 2019

COVID UPDATE

BetterMyMeds is as dedicated as ever to keeping community members aware of important health information, especially as it relates to medications. In-person meetings and presentations came to a halt for nearly two years, but are beginning to return as some restrictions loosen. We are ready to support your organization in whatever creative way we can imagine, from in-person events to virtual ones. Our goal is to educate community members and empower them to maintain the best health possible!

Leslie Sobel

2021-03-25T20:08:34+0000

Betty listens carefully, did the research and came up with some useful suggestions. In an era when one's specialists... don't talk to each other her putting the disparate pieces together is incredibly helpful - and she's very kind.read more

Barb Greschaw

2020-10-16T17:58:27+0000

Betty is very patient and thoughtful and sharing her expertise about over the counter as well as prescription drugs.... She helped clear up some miss information that I had and her suggestions will prove to be very helpful. I would highly recommend Betty’s services.read more

Betsy Livingston Cambridge

2020-09-15T19:16:31+0000

I just wanted to give a huge thumbs up to Betty Chaffee at Better My Meds. I am a registered nurse and fairly... knowledgeable about medications, but had been experiencing seasonal allergies and was having difficulty finding the correct medication to treat my symptoms. I consulted with Betty who recommended a medication I had not thought of. It seems to be working really well. Highly recommend her services!!read more

Phyllis Lindblade

2020-07-28T16:38:01+0000

I have a wonderful service that is changing my life. BETTERMYMEDS is a pharmacy service offered by Betty Chaffe of... Dexter, MI. Last year she spent a lot of time reviewing my meds, making sure I was taking them correctly, etc. In this age with multiple doctors and each limited in time for appointments, it's great to have a knowledgeable person look things over. This year, her help has been HUGE. I have had terrible, miserable pain for years. It could be held at bay with large doses of ibuprofen until I developed heart issues. Couldn't take ibuprofen anymore and the pain has really been debillitating. My body overreacted to narcotics, so oxy, etc were not usable. I talked with Betty, she consulted with my doctor, and I am now taking a low dose of a medication that seems to be working! I can walk and stand today without that horrible pain! Now I will be able to exercise and rebuild my muscles! If you know of anyone with med problems, I suggest a text message to Betty to set up an appointment 734 649 2270. Her service is covid safe because it can be done by phone.read more

Sue Allen

2020-04-22T19:43:02+0000

I first listened to a presentation by Dr. Chaffee last year. Both my husband and I followed up with the pharmacological... testing. We were very pleased with all aspects of the process from initial meeting to the interpretation of the results. And Betty was also especially good with later follow-up as a few more questions arose with the current health crisis in our country. Many thanks to Dr. Chaffee!read more

Paula Muhs

2019-01-27T22:23:57+0000

My co-worker Dr. Betty Chaffee is a talented Pharmacist and a gifted educator. She is a true patient advocate,... tireless worker, and excels at patient centered care. How many of you are familiar with Pharmacist Medication Therapy Management (MTM) to improve patient health? It’s not like insurance company MTM which is only focuses on lowering costs. My husband and I read Betty’s interesting blogs regularly and we know our friends and family members would benefit from her special care. Her latest blog about tapering over the counter (OTC) medications including PPIs (Nexium and Prilosec) is full of valuable information. If the technician at your pharmacy is the only one asking “do you have any questions about your medications”, your medication management could be better. Meet Betty as she travels through Washtenaw and surrounding counties providing valuable community services. You won’t meet a nicer or more knowledgeable person.read more

Andrea Peragine Lewis

2018-09-10T14:18:53+0000

Betty is wonderful to work with. She is kind and patient. She does a great job listening to questions and answers them... in a way that is easy to understand giving examples when necessary. Clearly she is an educator who cares about keeping people informed and in control about their health care.read more

Jeffrey Krafft

2018-07-08T00:53:05+0000

Awesome

Tami Averill

2017-07-27T20:06:40+0000

Betty presented a program, "Four Critical Questions About Prescription Medicines: How to Get the Most Benefit From... Your Medicine and Improve Your Health, for our seniors here at the Northfield Twp. Community Center. It was very informative and VERY well received. We have recently added appointments for "Medicine Checkups." She does a very thorough job with these, giving clients an ample opportunity to discuss their questions and concerns. She is very good about researching their issues and following up with her clients. She does an excellent job!read more

Marcia Lane

19:19 01 Feb 22

On behalf of Peter Theut:This is to confirm the outstanding assistance recently provided to me by Betty Chaffee with... respect to evaluating the efficacy of my current medications. Her input was concise, immensely helpful, and provided in a courteous, professional manner. At age 83, I am blessed with basically good health, monitored carefully by outstanding physicians associated with the University of Michigan. Input from the standpoint of a pharmacist was quite valuable, when considered in conjunction with the longtime medical assistance provided by my physicians. I would encourage anyone with questions or concerns about their medical plan to contact Betty.read more

Kay Jerome

14:21 28 Oct 21

Betty was recommended by a friend; she definitely lived up to my expectations…and more! Betty is knowledgeable... regarding drugs and possible interactions, and she was ‘tuned in’ to my issues of aging. She was very generous with her time per my initial appointment…she wanted to get to know me. She gave helpful summaries of our discussions and offers a program for continuing care as my health concerns change. Betty brings a very warm and caring approach to her profession!read more

Bob Cant

20:13 20 May 21

My wife has Parkinson's and has a complex drug regimen we try to follow. A friend told us about Better My Meds and... suggested Betty could help us understand the drugs and if and how they may interact. With Betty's help by suggesting questions to raise with our neurologist, we have modified the medications and are having better control of the Parkinson's symptoms and drug side effects. As we continue to deal with this disease, Better My Meds will be included to review and assess the drug regimen we undertake.read more

Kim Lomax

16:38 18 May 21

I've known Betty for years as a caring compassionate person, so it felt natural to go to her with medication questions.... She was really able to help me sift through how my medications worked together and how to maximize getting the most (and not too much) out of my supplements! She's great with follow up, as well. In today's complicated world, it's great to have someone to help bring consistency to an important area of our health.read more

Karen Dec

13:52 02 Nov 20

Betty helped me review my supplements to make sure I'm getting adequate calcium for my age and my dairy-free diet. I... had though I was getting enough, but I found out I wasn't! Betty knows her stuff and she's really patient, friendly, and great to work with.read more

Hal Wolfe

22:32 11 Oct 19

Betty worked with my mother a few years ago with her many medications, which my mom really appreciated, and then I... became a cancer patient and needed help myself. She checked on a bunch of different drug interactions for me in far more depth than the medical team at the hospital seemed to have the time or interest to pursue. I'm still getting Betty's support and it really helps - when I have a question about a new medication and the possible interaction with the others I'm on - Betty answers it! She's prompt and very professional. Keep up the good work BMM!read more

Andrea Lewis

16:59 11 Oct 19

Health and Wellness Programs

Immunization

Schedule a routine vaccination clinic with our Certified Immunizing Pharmacist this year! BetterMyMeds is dedicated to promoting immunization awareness through participation in immunization clinics as well as community education.

Speaking Engagments