In Spring 2022, it was announced that management of APHA, the Alliance of Professional Health Advocates, was transitioning to new directors and that I, Trisha Torrey, would be retiring.
Retiring? Really? Trisha? Yes. It seemed like the right time.
After beginning my healthcare “fix it” journey in 2004 after my shocking misdiagnosis, I had put all my heart and soul, blood, sweat, and tears into supporting patients, and their advocates, not just through APHA, but through my books, my position on the Patient Advocate Certification Board, and in building PracticeUP! Online including more than one dozen of its courses. It did seem like the right time.
That transition took many months (as expected!) and by the end of 2022, I had stepped back almost 100%, with the exception of updating my books.
Well – OK – It did seem like the right time! Heck, I’m in my 70s now, my eyes give me some trouble, and as many of you know, my daughter is in a horrible medical situation which has only grown worse. (Over time I’ll share more, but not for this post.)
But it turned out that retirement was easier said than done. My husband tells everyone, “She sucks at retirement!” And he’s right.
So now – yes – I have UN-retired!
And this website is now Trisha-Assistance-Central for all the ways I have always been, and will continue to be available to those who want to continue on the journey to build your success as a patient advocate or care manager – from managing your own practice, to marketing and client acquisition ideas, and eventually to content like podcasts, tool reviews, and more….
Check out the services I offer to professionals – like you!
Join me on this journey!
Whether you’re brand new to the business of advocacy or care management, OR, you’ve been around the professional block a few times, there’s something for you here:
- The (free!) Smart Patient Newsletter (Help more. Make more.) All new, this is my every-three-weeks-or-so newsletter that will provide you with new ideas, resources, tips, and tools to help you along as you start, grow, and succeed with your practice. Did I mention that it’s free? Sign up now!
- Website Reviews: Are you unsure about the effectiveness of your website? Are you having trouble being found in search engines? Or attracting new clients through your site? What do you wish you knew about websites? Learn more about website reviews.
- Coaching: When it comes to the business aspects of running a practice, I wrote the book. Well, actually, six of them, most of which were written to help professionals build their practices to be more effective and more efficient and to help them maximize their income and success. Learn more about coaching services. I’d love to work with you!
- Business Books: (see above “Coaching”) These aren’t new. Many of you already know they exist and refer to them regularly. (I love that!) But if you’re not familiar, take a quick look at the books I’ve written to help advocates start and grow their practices. Three of them were updated in the past year, so take a look!
I’m so very happy to jump back in to the wonderful world of YOU – who provides peace of mind to those patients, loved ones, and caregivers who need you.
Please let me know how I can help you!
