Information and Awareness

The obstacles to wellness differ with different disease states.  Therefore, each disease-specific program has different emphasis and activities. However, CAP Programs share common goals because the foundation of all activities, programs, projects, and initiatives are guided by the two focus strategies of providing advocacy and state-of-the-art information.

The goals of the Caring Ambassadors Programs are to improve the quality of life of people living with hepatitis C and lung cancer through advocacy, information, and support by:

• Providing state-of-the-art information about hepatitis C and lung cancer treatment options for patients and their loved ones
• Increasing hepatitis C and lung cancer awareness and advocate for increased prominence on local, state, and national public health agendas
• Motivating people and groups concerned about hepatitis C and lung cancer to work together for the good of all persons affected by the disease

State-of-the-Art Information

The struggle to overcome chronic disease is constantly changing and so are medical technology treatment options; providing accurate, up-to-date information is the foundation of all CAP programs.  All persons facing a chronic/long-term illness deserve readily accessible, understandable information about their condition.  This knowledge empowers those living with a condition to fully participate in maximizing their own health, and enables people to make informed decisions about their care.

Advocacy

CAP programs enthusiastically advocate for the health of our constituents. The specific needs of our programs dictate different strategies, but our bottom line is we do whatever it takes to protect and promote the wellness of our constituents.

Support

Studies have shown that support is often an important prognostic factor among people facing health challenges. The CAP model provides support via:

• Community outreach
• Internet communications
• Referrals for psychosocial support
• Publications
• Lung cancer support groups