
Solo Aging & Healthcare Decisions: How Patient Advocates Can Help with Nancy Ruffner (Ep. 46)
Have you ever wondered how you would navigate the healthcare maze as you age, especially if you’re flying solo?
Understanding the role of a Patient Advocate might just be the key to planning for your future with confidence and independence.
Join me on the Simply Retirement Podcast as I dive into the world of patient advocacy with Nancy Ruffner, an experienced Patient Advocate and Aging Strategist. Nancy shares insights into supporting individuals navigating complex healthcare decisions and sheds light on the “PIE framework,” an innovative approach to aligning the pieces of your retirement journey.
Nancy discusses:
- What exactly Patient Advocate is and how they can support you
- Why and when you should consider hiring a Patient Advocate
- Navigating the costs and benefits of patient advocacy services
- Building your retirement support team with the “PIE framework”
- Exploring the unique challenges and opportunities of solo aging
- And more!
Resources:
- Get Your FREE Simply Retirement Roadmap
- Greater National Advocates (GNA)
- National Association of Healthcare Advocacy (NAHAC)
- #25 – Navigating Healthcare in Your Golden Years
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- Blake Wealth Management
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About Our Guest:
Nancy Ruffner is a Patient Advocate, consultant, and accomplished speaker with a deep commitment to helping others navigate healthcare and aging-related challenges. Through the founding of a patient advocacy agency in 2013 she expanded her career by serving clients and mentoring peers, earning recognition for her expertise and approachable style. Today, Nancy consults online in healthcare navigation, aging matters, and Solo Aging, while inspiring audiences across the U.S. with engaging talks that consistently deliver transformative AHA moments.
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