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Is someone you love facing a life-threatening diagnosis and you are now thrust into the role of not only caregiver but advocate to ensure they receive the best care possible?

Have you found yourself

• Shocked by the diagnosis, struggling to comprehend the situation, and not sure where to turn for support and guidance?
• Overwhelmed by the magnitude of taking on this new challenge and uncertain about what these new roles entail?
• Unsure how to navigate the healthcare system, find solutions, ask the tough questions, and stand up for your loved one as necessary?

You are not alone, and you are strong enough and smart enough to boldly navigate the healthcare system! Authored by someone who has been where you are right now and has blazed the trail before you, this book is a practical resource for navigating this new journey with both grace and grit.

Inside these pages you will find:

• Steps for becoming an effective advocate in the healthcare system as a family member or friend
• Inspiration to believe in yourself and your abilities to fulfill this key role and make a difference in your patient’s life
• Ways to overcome any intimidation you might feel of the healthcare system (practitioners, procedures, forms, terminology) and practical methods for handling any situation
• Tips and insights for taking care of yourself while caring for your loved one

About the Author

Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology/Social Work from the University of Texas, Austin and both a Master’s in Adult Education and a PhD in Organizational Leadership from Texas A & M University’s College of Education, E. L. “Betsy” Smith is a powerful Patient Advocate, dynamic speaker, and results-oriented certified coach.

Betsy admits that, although having gained extensive experience in negotiation from her corporate career, taking on the role as advocate for her husband when he was diagnosed with bone marrow cancer in August of 2014 provided a completely new meaning to the word, the job description, and the skills necessary to succeed at it. She shares her wisdom, lessons learned, guidance, and insights in this new book to help advocates boldly and with confidence, step into this new role.

If you are looking for a handbook and guide for navigating the healthcare system and standing up for your loved one to ensure they receive the best possible care, click the buy button and grab your copy.

For more information, visit BetsySmith.com.