Date
Saturday, September 26, 2020
Name
How to Speak Up and Become Your Own Best Advocate
Session Format
Small-Group Discussion
Description

Knowing when and how to stand up for what you need or think can be one of the hardest skills to learn as a patient. In this session, share tips and stories on how to become your own best advocate. Learn from others how to confidently and effectively speak up for what you need when you need it, whether it's at your CF care center, at home, or in the hospital. Though others may try to help, guide, and care for you, sometimes you know yourself best!

Session Objectives
  1. Gain tips, strategies, and courage to effectively speak up and ask questions as necessary to improve our health situations.
  2. Meet and befriend people who can provide encouragement and wisdom when issues arise in the future.
  3. Realize that self-care and prioritizing our health is not selfish.