Empowering Patient Advocates Through Education and Training
At Cinnamon Helps, we understand the challenges health systems face in ensuring patients receive timely, affordable care, especially when those systems are under-resourced. Our mission is not just to streamline medication access and affordability but also to empower the patient advocates who play a crucial role in navigating these challenges. That’s why we offer comprehensive education and training programs specifically designed for patient advocates and health systems that may not have the financial means to support such initiatives on their own.
Supporting Patient Advocates with Knowledge and Resources
Patient advocates act as the bridge between patients, health systems, and the often complex network of healthcare services and financial assistance programs. However, without adequate training, even the most dedicated advocates can struggle to navigate the nuances of medication access, affordability programs, and the regulations surrounding healthcare. At Cinnamon Helps, we address this gap by providing advocates with the knowledge and tools they need to excel in their roles.
Extending Resources to Underfunded Health Systems
Cinnamon Helps recognizes that not all health systems have the resources to provide patient advocates with this level of specialized training. For these systems, we offer a tiered approach to education and support:
Scholarship Programs
We provide need-based scholarships to cover the costs of training programs for advocates working in underfunded health systems. These scholarships ensure that even the most financially constrained systems can still benefit from skilled and knowledgeable advocates.
Pro Bono Consultation and Training
In addition to scholarships, Cinnamon Helps also offers pro bono consultation and training sessions for patient advocates at health systems that are significantly underfunded. These initiatives ensure that no system is left without the necessary resources to support patient care.
Ongoing Support
Our commitment to health systems and their advocates doesn’t end with a single training session. We provide ongoing support, offering continuous education opportunities, refresher courses, and access to an online community of advocates and experts who can provide advice and best practices.