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Medication Administration Program (MAP)

MAP ensures the safe administration of medication to individuals living in community residential programs.

MAP increases the safety and security of medication administration for individuals living in Department of Mental Health (DMH), Department of Children and Families (DCF), Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC), or Department of Developmental Services (DDS) licensed, funded, or operated community residential programs that are their primary residences and/or participating in day programs and short-term respite programs. MAP makes it possible for direct care staff, who know the specific needs and concerns of each individual, to administer medication as a normal part of the individual’s daily routine. MAP is implemented through uniform, statewide standards that undergo continuous evaluation and improvement.

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What's New: MAP Recent News  Become MAP certified  Apply for MCSR as a Medication Administration Program (MAP) site 

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View MAP training resources and curriculum  Register for a MAP Train the Trainer (TTT) Session  Renew your MCSR (MAP sites)  Amend information on your MCSR for MAP sites  MAP site closure 

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MAP Policy Manual  MAP regulations  MAP resources  MAP information for the general public  MAP information for service providers  Information about high alert medications 
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Responsibilities in Action: Massachusetts curriculum
Online MAP Certification Resources
Responsibilities in Action Curriculum and Training Materials
MAP Curriculum and Adjunct Training Materials
Massachusetts Medication Administration Program Training Resources and Support
Submit a Drug Incident Report (DIR)
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