Voices of Experience - PFAC Podcast
Welcome to the Voices of Experience podcast, a podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories from patients and their families, showcasing the importance of patient-centered care.
Presented by Tampa General Hospital's Patient and Family Advisory Council, each episode dives deep into real-life experiences, offering insights into the challenges, triumphs, and transformative moments in healthcare.
Join us as we explore the human side of medicine, where empathy, collaboration, and care are at the heart of every story. Whether you're a patient, a healthcare provider, or simply interested in the stories that shape our medical community, the Voices of Experience podcast offers a unique perspective on the journey to healing and hope.
We are always looking to grow and add more advisory councils. So far, we have advisory councils the following areas: Cancer Inst., Women's Inst. Children’s Hosp., Rehabilitation Services, Digestive Diseases Inst., Neuroscience Inst., Story Corps and so many more.
PFAC Mission
The mission of the Patient and Family Advisory Council is to be a passionate advocate for communication and collaboration between patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare providers to promote an exceptional patient experience at Tampa General Hospital.
PFAC Vision
Our vision is to continually improve the patient experience through the delivery of the highest standards of comprehensive and compassionate care at Tampa General Hospital.
Value Statement
We will communicate constructive ideas, thoughts, and philosophies efficiently and with total neutrality.
Voices of Experience - PFAC Podcast
Advisor vs Volunteer: Understanding the Difference and Their Impact on Patient Care
In this episode of the Voices of Experience podcast, host Amber Washington explores the key differences between an advisor and a volunteer in a healthcare setting. While both roles are essential to the patient care experience, volunteers offer hands-on support and bring passion to the table. Advisors provide strategic guidance in shaping policies, improving quality, and advocating for change. We'll explore the key differences between these roles and the unique value each brings.
Become a TGH Volunteer: https://www.tgh.org/about-tgh/become-a-volunteer
Become a TGH PFAC Advisor: https://www.tgh.org/patients-visitors/patient-and-family-advisory-council-pfac/apply-to-volunteer-for-pfac
Hurricane Helene Resources:
- Airbnb & VRBO listings are great options for furnished homes & apartments.
- Zillow.com and Apartments.com are the best resources for “commercially operated” housing, and you can search for Furnished.
- Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist occasionally have postings, and it’s worth continuing to check on different days. Be wary of “pay before showing” scams.
- Extended Stay hotels such as SpringHill Suites, InTown Suites, WoodSpring Suites, and Extended Stay America.
Local/State/Federal Assistance Resources:
- Emergency Resource Links | City of Tampa
- Emergency Resource Links | Citrus County
- Emergency Resource Links | Hernando County
Flood Adjusters/Policies/Claims:
Dwelling Policy Form: https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_F-122-Dwelling-SFIP_2021.pdf
NFIP Claims Handbook: https://agents.floodsmart.gov/sites/default/files/fema-nfip-claims-handbook-08-2024.pdf
NFIP Claims Manual: https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_nfip-claims-manual_062023.pdf
Head to our website to learn more: https://www.tgh.org/patients-visitors/patient-and-family-advisory-council-pfac
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