The Power of Advocating from the Heart
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Your lived experience matters – a lot! By embracing this experience, you can make a heart connection, which is the most powerful connection of all.
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Facts Hold the Power in Advocating
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Facts can be your superpower in advocating for yourself or a loved one. They help support your case or find common ground. Taking the time to get clear on the facts, instead of leading with emotions, can make the difference between having your voice heard and being ignored.
Read MorePatient Engagement Starts with Storytelling
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Many healthcare organizations are looking for ways to include patient voices. The first step in recruiting volunteers is to use storytelling to help people understand and appreciate the various aspects of your organization. On a personal level not corporate.
Read MoreStop Complaining and Speak Up!!
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No rants allowed! We all have a role to play in contributing to positive conversations that are respectful of all opinions. Take the time to get educated and find a way to have your voice heard in a meaningful way.
Read MoreShare Your Advocacy Skills to Help Others
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There are many times when we can share our patient advocacy skills to help others navigate a difficult journey. By listening, helping people formulate their thoughts and being there as a sounding board, it can be the difference between struggling and feeling supported.
Read MoreWhat's Your Motivation for Being a Patient Advocate?
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What motivates patients to volunteer? It’s not prestige or money but the desire to either right a wrong or improve the healthcare system by seeing the world from a patient’s perspective. If we truly want to have a variety of patient voices heard, we need to do the work to ensure any barriers to participation are removed and we value their voices.
Read MoreThis is the Year to Have Your Patient Voice Heard!!
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With a new year comes new opportunities to connect with others, gain confidence and have your patient voice heard. Here are some tips to help you in the coming year.
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