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How And Why I Became A Patient Advocate
My first gig as a patient advocate occurred about 20 years ago and it was completely happenstance. A friend of my wife’s had to go on... See More
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Dalia Cabrera
12 days ago
Thanks for sharing! And welcome to this space for fellow patient advocates!
Brad Admin
12 days ago
This is an awesome background story behind your reason for advocacy
Breaking out of my comfort
I’m a true introvert. In school, I dreaded presenting reports, reading out loud, or even speaking in class. The anxiety would start the night... See More
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AnnMarie Cross
24 days ago
Casandera,
Thank you SOOO much for sharing this!
If you don't mind, I'd love to add a few thoughts…
1. If a newer advocate is looking to get out of their comfort zone, to learn types of things clients ask and to connect with other advocates, please contact me about volunteering with GNA's Advocacy Support Center («ASC»). We aren't a live hotline, but advocates are talking to real clients in need, helping to route them to the best resources.
2. If any advocate ever has a case they need help finding other advocates to consult, to contract under, or to make a warm handoff — again the ASC is here for you. POSTS LIKE THIS ARE IDEAL — and also, you're very welcome to ask our team to do a deep dive search of our directory and look for advocates who have the knowledge you're seeking.
Hav a GREAT day and thanks again for posting!
Thank you SOOO much for sharing this!
If you don't mind, I'd love to add a few thoughts…
1. If a newer advocate is looking to get out of their comfort zone, to learn types of things clients ask and to connect with other advocates, please contact me about volunteering with GNA's Advocacy Support Center («ASC»). We aren't a live hotline, but advocates are talking to real clients in need, helping to route them to the best resources.
2. If any advocate ever has a case they need help finding other advocates to consult, to contract under, or to make a warm handoff — again the ASC is here for you. POSTS LIKE THIS ARE IDEAL — and also, you're very welcome to ask our team to do a deep dive search of our directory and look for advocates who have the knowledge you're seeking.
Hav a GREAT day and thanks again for posting!
What Amputees Should Expect From an Advocate
Advocacy can play an important role in life after amputation. Some amputees hire an advocate. Others may have one provided through insurance or a... See More
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Kimberlie Williams-Feth, BSW
25 days ago
Lynn, Glad to know you're here. CPOs are so important! I see a lot of ortho, SCI, neuro, and TBI — so I imagine we may have some crossover. I'll be keeping you in mind for a complex CPO case.