CARE Pharmacies Cooperative Inc. is a pharmacy cooperative in Linthicum, MD. The organization operates as a member-owned network of over 130 independent community and specialty pharmacies spanning 23 U.S. states, including Washington, D.C. The cooperative provides operational support, clinical services, and community engagement tools to help independent pharmacies improve efficiency and enhance patient outcomes.
For more than 60 years, the cooperative has focused on empowering pharmacy owners to maintain their unique identities while leveraging the logistical and operational efficiencies typically found in larger chains. The organization offers specific resources such as CARE|Connect, Transitions of CARE, and access to a marketplace. Through partnerships with organizations like Creative Pharmacist, the cooperative assists members in expanding clinical services. The cooperative's model is designed to support the growth of independent owner-operators by providing group purchasing power and various professional tools.
CARE Pharmacies Cooperative Inc. serves as a vital resource for independent community and specialty pharmacies throughout the region.