How to Become a Medicinal Marijuana Caregiver in Louisiana
Caregivers are a vital part of the medical community, assisting people of all ages and demographics in caring for and managing their daily needs and existing ailments. The same is true in the medical cannabis field.
Medical cannabis professionals can help acquire, deliver, transport, and administer cannabis safely. But the process of becoming a medical cannabis caregiver is different in every state.
So how can you become a caregiver in Louisiana?
Louisiana has a functioning medical cannabis program for its citizens and has decriminalized recreational possession. While the state doesn’t have a designated ‘caregiver’ title or license, it does allow patients to designate someone to purchase cannabis on their behalf, fulfilling one common function of medical marijuana caregivers.
Keep reading to learn more about the guidelines to become a medical cannabis caregiver in Louisiana.
How to Become a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in Louisiana
Louisiana does not currently have a process for appointing caregivers to medical cannabis patients. Pharmacies do allow patients to assign another person to pick up their cannabis on their behalf. To learn more about this process, contact your designated pharmacy.
NuggMD closely monitors the state’s regulations and will update Louisiana patients when changes are made.
Louisiana Caregivers: What Do They Do (and Who Qualifies)?
Depending on the state, a cannabis caregiver’s role may include any of the following responsibilities:
- Buy or pick up medical cannabis products for those unable to
- Distribute the prescribed dosage to their patients
- Monitor and care for the patient before, during, and after their dosage
- Grow/Cultivate cannabis plants for their patients
Louisiana does not have a process for appointing medical cannabis caregivers, but that doesn’t mean qualifying patients who are minors, disabled, or otherwise unable to visit their pharmacy are out of luck. The state allows patients to work with their pharmacy to designate someone to purchase and pick up their products.
How to Become a Medical Cannabis Caregiver in Louisiana
Louisiana med card holders may appoint someone to purchase and pick up their cannabis, which can be done through the patient's assigned medical cannabis pharmacy.
Don’t let unanswered questions keep you from getting the care you need. Learn more about Louisiana’s cannabis laws and regulations, visit our Louisiana patient FAQs, or or speak with a member of our highly-rated customer service team for additional guidance on the benefits of getting a med card, how to designate a caregiver and how to get your medical cannabis card in Louisiana.
