In response to Rite Aid’s recent bankruptcy filing and the subsequent closure of several stores, Walgreens has announced a comprehensive support initiative aimed at assisting both Rite Aid customers and employees during this transitional period.
Support for Rite Aid Customers
Walgreens recognizes the trust that patients have placed in their Rite Aid pharmacists and is committed to ensuring continuity of care. To facilitate a smooth transition, Walgreens is offering an easy prescription transfer process. Customers can visit Walgreens.com/transferRX to securely transfer their prescriptions to a nearby Walgreens location. Additionally, a dedicated helpline at 1-833-961-1642 is available for those requiring further assistance.
Rick Gates, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Walgreens, emphasized the company’s dedication to patient care:
“Pharmacists are deeply embedded in their neighborhoods, and I know how difficult it can be for patients to lose access to their community pharmacy and the pharmacists they interact with regularly. Our Walgreens pharmacy teams are here to make it easy for patients who are affected by these changes, whether that’s by helping quickly transfer a prescription, answering questions about a medication, or providing health services like vaccines and testing.”
Opportunities for Rite Aid Employees
Understanding the challenges faced by Rite Aid employees during this time, Walgreens is actively recruiting skilled professionals to join its team. Impacted employees are encouraged to explore career opportunities at jobs.walgreens.com. For personalized assistance, a dedicated phone line (833-Join-Wag) and email address ([email protected]) have been established.
Walgreens values the experience that Rite Aid employees bring and intends to recognize their service for eligible individuals joining the team. In the coming weeks, virtual informational sessions will be hosted for pharmacists, pharmacy interns, pharmacy managers, and pharmacy technicians to provide insights into the opportunities available at Walgreens.
Rick Gates shared his perspective on the importance of supporting pharmacy professionals:
“As a pharmacist myself with more than 30 years into a fulfilling career at Walgreens, I know firsthand how powerful it is when you are empowered to work to the top of your education, supported by a strong team that’s focused on patient care. At Walgreens, that’s what we’re about, giving our team members a chance to grow, both personally and professionally.”
Commitment to Community and Innovation
Walgreens has a storied heritage of caring for communities since its founding in 1901. Serving nearly 9 million customers and patients daily across approximately 8,500 stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, Walgreens is dedicated to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services.
The company employs innovative technologies, such as micro-fulfillment centers, to allow pharmacy teams more time with patients. Programs like PharmStart, the Pharmacy Educational Assistance Program, and the Student Loan 401(k) Match are designed to support team members’ growth and development.
As the flagship U.S. brand of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc., Walgreens continues to build trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members, and communities.
For more information on prescription transfers and career opportunities, visit Walgreens.com or contact the dedicated support lines provided above.
