What Can You Expect?

1. Individual patient advocates:
   Individual patient advocates work closely with individuals and their families to ensure their needs and wishes are heard and respected. These advocates can help navigate complex treatment plans, attend doctor appointments and understand medical information. Their goal is to ensure patients feel supported and informed throughout their healthcare journey.
2. Patient Advocacy Organisations:
   Patient advocacy organisations work on a broader level to promote the rights and interests of patients. These organisations can engage in policy advocacy, educating healthcare professionals and creating resources for patients and their families. They act as a unified voice for patients across different health conditions and work to create changes in the healthcare system that benefit everyone.
3. Healthcare Patient Advocates:
   Healthcare patient advocates are those who work directly within the healthcare sector, such as nurses, social workers and patient coordinators. These professionals are often responsible for ensuring that patients’ needs are taken into account during treatment and act as liaisons between patients and healthcare professionals. They can help coordinate care, solve problems and provide support to patients and their families.