Health Equity Tools & Resources -
Empower Your Health Journey
Shelby Health Equity Advocates provides resources and tools that help empower patients and enhance their overall wellbeing. At Shelby Health Equity Advocates, we are a community within our community, and we want your health care journey to be supported, your needs to be met, and your voice to be heard.
From hotlines and helplines to transportation assistance to trusted recommendations for physicians, wellness apps, and health care technology, Shelby Health Equity Advocates are here to advocate for your care.
Access a wealth of resources and tools from Shelby Health Equity Advocates to navigate healthcare systems, understand health rights, and improve your wellbeing.
Understanding Your Rights:
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Informed Consent
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Privacy and Confidentiality
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Access to Medical Records
Effective Communication
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Building a relationship with your healthcare team
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Asking questions and seeking clarification
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Communicating preferences and concerns
Navigating Healthcare Systems
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Understanding insurance coverage
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Accessing specialized care
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Managing appointments and follow-ups
Financial Advocacy
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Decoding medical bills and insurance statements
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Exploring financial assistance programs
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Budgeting for medical expenses
Mental and Emotional Well-being
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Coping with stress and anxiety
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Seeking emotional support
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Integrating mental health into overall care
Key Resources
Shelby Health Equity Advocates provides resources and tools that help empower patients and enhance their overall wellbeing.
Support
Every space is a safe space with us! Whether a community clinic or workshop, we are creating space for individuals facing similar health challenges to share experiences, resources, and emotional support.
Patient Education
We are accessible and available to provide culturally sensitive materials explaining health conditions, treatment options, and preventive measures.
Multilingual Resources
We help to provide interpreters to ensure that materials and services are available in various languages to overcome language barriers in health care.