Tools for Patients & Families

Free, downloadable tools to help patients and families feel prepared for visits, ready for hard conversations, and confident in their healthcare plan.

Quick Calm Card

A guide to stay calm before, during, and after a doctor visit.

Visit Prep Checklist

A checklist to help you prepare for doctor visits— what to bring, what to ask, and what to do next.

Conversation Phrases That Help

Suggestions for phrases you can use in conversations with a healthcare team when you’re feeling confused, emotional, or unheard.

Visit Notes Page

Guided note-taking for during and after a doctor’s visit.

Shared Plan Sheet

You can fill out this sheet and share it with your healthcare team to make sure everyone is on the same page.