Family Experiences of Health and Health Care

Families often face challenges in health care settings—from barriers to access, to unsatisfactory experiences, to communication barriers. Information about family experiences with health care is crucial not only to inform health care practices and providers to better understand how to serve their communities, but also for policymakers making decisions impacting health care costs, and researchers looking to understand families’ perspectives. This guide contains a sample of assessments that measure the priorities, challenges, and experiences of families navigating healthcare, advocacy, and daily life related to health.
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