Comments for "Advocate 101 for Family Caregivers: Talking with Physicians"

celia Says:

I am the primary caregiver for my mother. Everything you point out is common sense. But I know for me I need to be reminded of everything as I sit with my mother in a doctor's office AND try to make my mother comfortable AND listen to what the doctor is saying. I like the idea of taping the conversation so I can listen to it later without any distractions.
Nancy Says:

That is such a good idea! One never knows when the conversation will take an unforseen turn. Writing everything down you need to discuss is the first 1/2 of completing an excellent doctor visit. How relaxing it would be to drop the pen and have a correct conversation, so long as your provider has given permission to record all.
Linda DeSantis Says:

Hi Lara!
I was wondering if you plan on being involved with BedsideAdvocates. Its
that program starting up by two retired
physicians in Boston. Just want to make sure you know about them if you don't.
I think your mission is great !
Linda DeSantis
Lara Belonogoff Says:

Thanks, Linda! I hadnâ€™t heard about Bedside Advocates, but what an exciting project. For our readers basically the program is in its pilot stages in eastern portions of Massachusetts right now, but will hopefully one day be a national organization. The pilot program provides advocates for high-risk patients, mainly the frail elderly, at their bedside or in an ambulatory setting. For more information, check out their website.

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