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We appreciate the passion these farmers have in growing and producing the products they love, and we know our customers are thrilled to take home fresh and flavorful food from over 150 farms in our very own community. That’s how the Buy Fresh Buy Local (BFBL) program began, and today we are “Lovin’ it Local” more than ever!

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Commitment to a Greener Future
Sustainable Solutions
We recycle 120,000 TONS of cardboard each month.

Eco-Friendly Dining
Our salad bar uses recycled cardboard containers.

Bag to Bag
We collect and recycle any plastic bags at each of our stores. Our Bag to Bag recycling program diverted nearly 150 tons of plastic bags from landfills last year.

Nourishing Communities
Send all access food to Harvesters Community Food Network, supplying them with over 100,000 meals a year.

Fleet Efficiency Gains
Improved truck fleet efficiency by 17.3% in the past year.

Sustainable Paper Practices
All clean paper is recycled in stores and at corporate office.

Brighter Future
We use energy efficient bulbs in our store - 40% More energy efficient.

Full-Cycle Recycling
All light bulbs and ballasts, used steel, aluminum and copper materials are recycled.

Leading the Way
We are the No. 1 recycle collection center in Kansas City for Ripple Glass each year.

Innovative Energy
Use heat reclamation from refrigerator compressor to heat water for internal use reducing the need for hot water heaters and therefore using less energy.

Efficient Cooling
We use a Super High Efficiency refrigeration system that saves over 15% in energy.
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Pharmacy
Travel Clinic

Which Hen House Pharmacies offer these services?

Blackbob Hen House

13600 S Blackbob, Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 782-2039

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 am-7 pm, Saturday 9 am-5 pm, Sunday 11 am-3 pm

Deer Creek

6900 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66223 (913) 814-9355

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 am-8 pm, Saturday 9 am-5 pm, Sunday 11 am-3 pm

Village Market Hen House Market

6950 Mission Road, Prairie Village KS, 66208 (913) 362-3100

Hours: Monday – Friday 9 am-7 pm, Saturday 9 am-5 pm, Sunday 11 am-3 pm

Why schedule a consultation at our travel clinic before your trip?

Millions of US residents travel abroad each year, but only a few receive the recommended immunizations prior to departure!

Receiving recommended immunizations will help keep you and your travel companions healthy during your trip.

The specially-trained pharmacists at our clinic can help you prepare for an upcoming trip by reviewing your travel itinerary and providing personalized recommendations based on your destinations.

Our pharmacies use a database that is updated daily with information from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

In-depth travel consultations are also available at our travel clinic for $35 per session.

We recommend a one-on-one consultation if you are a novice international traveler, if you are traveling to rural or remote areas, or if you will be traveling for at least 14 days.

We accept most major insurance plans and offer competitive pricing with other local pharmacies, physician offices, and health departments.

Many preventative vaccines are covered by prescription insurance plans, but some travel vaccines are not. We will attempt to bill all recommended vaccines and provide you with a price quote before you receive the service.

Who should have a travel consultation?

We serve all types of patients!

Individuals and families

Mission trip volunteers

Students traveling or studying abroad

Routine vaccinations

Consultations and vaccinations are available at our clinic by appointment.

When should I schedule my appointment?

We recommend scheduling your personal consultation as soon as your travel itinerary is set.

Although most vaccines become effective in one to two weeks, some require multiple doses and up to six months to be fully effective!

Most travelers should have a consultation at least 4 to 6 weeks before departure.

What information will I receive during a one-on-one travel consultation?

General health consultation

Our pharmacists will review your health history, vaccine history, trip itinerary, and general precautionary measures based on your destination

Our travel health specialists will provide you with relevant information based on your travel destinations, including:

Malaria and dengue fever prevention

Food and water-borne illnesses

Parasitic infection prevention

General preventive measures to stay healthy while traveling

Custom report of immunizations recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) based on your travel destination

Prescription consultation to prevent diseases that you may be exposed to during your trip, such as malaria or traveler’s diarrhea.

We will work with your primary care provider to obtain all appropriate prescriptions needed.

Travel supplies

From the common (sunscreen, travel-sized products, first aid kits, insect repellant) to the uncommon (mosquito netting, water purification tablets), our travel clinic pharmacists can recommend a variety of products to promote safe and healthy travels!

Which travel vaccines are available?

Most vaccines are available for order within one business day. We routinely stock many of the following immunizations:

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Influenza

Japanese Encephalitis

Meningococcal

Pneumococcal

Polio booster

Rabies (pre- and post-exposure)

Tetanus/Diphtheria

Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis

Typhoid Fever

Yellow Fever (state-certified)

What forms of payment are accepted?

Payment is required at the time of service. Our travel clinic accepts cash, personal check, and credit or debit cards.
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Residency Programs

About the Community Residency Position

The Community Pharmacy Residency Program with Balls Food Stores was established in July 2001 in partnership with the University of Missouri-Kansas City, then expanded to second position in 2004 through a partnership with the University of Kansas. A third position was added in 2012 through the University of Kansas. The residency positions have been ASHP-APhA accredited since 2005. The residency spans over a period of 12 months starting at the end of June. The resident will be employed by Balls Food Stores and receives a weekly salary and comprehensive health benefits. Other benefits include two week paid vacation, paid holidays, and travel allowance to attend regional and national meetings or training opportunities. A designated office work area is provided for the resident including a computer, telephone, bookshelf, file cabinet, and desk space as well as a laptop with mobile broadband access. Balls Food Stores precepts APPE students from area schools of pharmacy, allowing the resident to interact with student pharmacists throughout the year. There is also the opportunity for didactic teaching at their associated school of pharmacy as well as the option to complete a teaching certificate program.

Resident Activities

Employee wellness through the Balls Start Now program

Conduct monthly to quarterly coaching visits with 25-50 assigned patients through the diabetes & cardiovascular disease management program

Conduct Know Your Risk, Know Your Numbers (KYRKYN) biometric screenings for employees and spouses

Facilitate Balls Food Stores employee participation in all Start Now program requirements

Immunizations including travel health vaccinations and community-based immunization clinics

Medication Therapy Management (MTM) including complete and targeted medication reviews

Educational programs for the community, other healthcare providers, and future practitioners

Practice management including development and implementation of programs, marketing, compensation strategies, and managerial functions

Complete a practice-based research project

Longitudinal ambulatory care experience opportunities with Pharmacy Practice faculty at the affiliated university

Program Partnership
Vaccine Appointments
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