How To Become A Patient Care Advocate For Your Family Member

Becoming an Empowered Patient Care Advocate

What you'll learn

Learn how to better communicate with healthcare providers. The course will teach effective strategies for interacting with health care professionals

Build a support system - By learning how to put together a care team and partner support group, caregivers won't have to go it alone.

Reduce stress - With practical tools for navigating the complex medical system, caregivers will feel more confident and less overwhelmed.

Improve care for their loved one. The skills and knowledge gained through the course will enable learners to get their loved one the right care .

Requirements

The goal is to ensure learners are actively involved in caregiving, motivated to learn, and capable of applying the advocacy strategies taught in the course. The prerequisites focus on the attitude and commitment needed to get the most out of the curriculum. Medical experience is not required - the course will teach laypersons how to better understand and engage with the healthcare system.

Description

Are you grappling with the complexity of navigating the healthcare system for a loved one? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the myriad responsibilities, from managing medications to deciphering doctor recommendations? We understand your challenges, and our comprehensive online course, "How to Become a Patient Care Advocate for Your Family Member" is designed to address your needs.With 20 informative modules, you will gain the knowledge and skills to be an unwavering advocate for your care recipient. Our comprehensive online course, "How to Become a Patient Care Advocate, for Your Family Member" is designed to equip family caregivers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to effectively advocate for their care recipient's needs. You will learn how to be recognized as part of the health care team, how to think like a detective, and how to build a care team partner support team. This course will equip you with the skills needed to provide the best possible care for your loved one. With practical templates, real-life case studies, and invaluable tools, this course ensures you can confidently manage the care process. No prior experience is required!Enroll today in "Comprehensive Patient Care Advocacy" to empower yourself and become an effective advocate for your family member's healthcare needs.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 How Do I Become a Patient Care Advocate for My Family Member

Lecture 2 How to Become a Champion For Your Family Member

Lecture 3 Setting Goals

Lecture 4 Creating a Person Centered Profile

Lecture 5 Assessing Home Care Needs and Developing a Plan of Care

Lecture 6 Warning Signs Your Family Member Needs Increased Help in the Home

Lecture 7 Management by Crisis

Lecture 8 How to Build a Care Team Partner Support Group

Lecture 9 Team Member Roles - The Care Coordinator

Lecture 10 Team Leader Role

Lecture 11 Team Roles- The Activity and Attitude Director

Lecture 12 Team Roles- Medication Manager

Lecture 13 Team Roles- Home Helpers

Lecture 14 Getting the Legal Paperwork in Order

Lecture 15 Learning to Think Like a Detective

Lecture 16 Gaining Knowledge and Learning how to Apply it to a Care Plan

Lecture 17 How to Advocate When in the Emergency Room or Hospital

Lecture 18 Learning How to Advocate During a Hospital Stay

Lecture 19 Preparing for a Hospital Discharge

Lecture 20 Understanding The Different Levels of Care and Options

Lecture 21 The Importance of Daily Routines to Prevent Caregiver Burnout

This course is specifically designed for individuals who are currently serving as caregivers to family members or friends, particularly those navigating the healthcare system on behalf of elderly or chronically ill loved ones.,Family Caregivers: Whether you’re caring for aging parents, a spouse, or other family members, this course offers practical skills and knowledge to manage their healthcare effectively.,Friends and Informal Caregivers: If you’re assisting someone close to you in managing their medical needs, this course will equip you with the tools to become a confident healthcare advocate.,New Caregivers: For those just stepping into a caregiving role, this course provides a solid foundation to understand the healthcare system and advocate for your loved one’s needs.,Experienced Caregivers Seeking Enhancement: If you’re already a caregiver but looking to improve your advocacy skills, this course will refine your abilities and update you on best practices.