What Is Blood Glucose (Blood Sugar) Testing?
Blood glucose testing is a simple finger-stick check that gives a snapshot of your current blood sugar level. It helps seniors understand daily patterns linked to diet, stress, activity, and medications.
Many people use blood sugar testing to support diabetes care or to check if their levels may be running high or low.
Why We Offer This Free for Seniors
We know how hard it can be to manage health on a fixed income — especially with rising costs. That’s why John & Jack Pharmacy offers free blood glucose testing for seniors in Toronto. It’s one small way we care for the community that has cared for us.
We’re not a big chain — we’re a local family pharmacy, and we do this because we truly care.
How the Free Senior Blood Sugar Testing Works
- Walk in anytime we’re open — no appointment needed.
- We’ll do a quick finger-stick blood sugar test.
- We’ll explain your reading and what it means.
- Optional: we can help you set up a simple monitoring plan or show you how to use your meter.
Fast, private, and respectful — all in under a few minutes.
Bonus: Free Diabetes Meter & Freestyle Libre® Support
- Meter set-up and training
- Understanding your numbers
- Tips for testing and timing
- Help choosing strips and supplies
Ontario seniors 65+ may have coverage for certain diabetes supplies through provincial programs — we’ll help guide you through it.
Who This Service Is For
- Seniors 65+
- Seniors with diabetes or pre-diabetes
- Seniors feeling unusual thirst, fatigue, or vision changes
- Seniors managing multiple medications
- Seniors wanting routine health check-ins
If you’re caring for a parent or grandparent, you’re welcome to come with them — we’ll make everything simple.
FAQ — Free Blood Sugar Testing (Seniors Only)
Is this really free?
Yes. It’s completely free for seniors 65+, six days a week while we’re open.
Do I need an appointment?
No appointment needed — just walk in anytime we’re open.
Will this diagnose diabetes?
No — this service is for education and screening only. If results are abnormal, we’ll guide you on next steps.
What should I bring?
Bring your health card and, if you have one, your glucose meter or Freestyle Libre — we’ll help you use it.