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Event Series:
New Patient Cohort Program
New Patient / Caregiver Cohort Program
March 16, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST
Recently diagnosed? Join us for our four week New Patient Cohort! This program will allow you to…
- Meet other VHL patients and caregivers and developed a personal support network
- Learn more about VHL disease from VHL experts
- Learn about the VHL Surveillance Guidelines and why they are important
- Learn about the importance of VHL-experienced clinical care and the CCC program
- Learn about resilience, how to practice self-care and where to find support
- Learn how to be a better self-advocate and share your story
- Learn where to find available VHLA and external resources
- Learn how to get involved with VHLA and contribute to the VHL community
Week 1 (February 23rd) – Welcome and What is VHL?
- Welcome and introductions
- VHL 101 and Research Discussion
Week 2 (March 2nd) – Self-Care, Self-Advocacy, and Support
- What is self-care and why is it important?
- Dealing with Stress and Anxiety
- Facing adversity and fostering resilience
- Being a self-advocate
- “Elevator Pitch” – Communicating with those around you
Week 3 (March 9th) – VHL Veterans Panel
- Panel discussion with VHL patients – “Ask the VHL Veterans”
Week 4 (March 16th) – Available Resources and Getting Involved
- How to find available resources
- VHLA resources
- External resources
- Volunteer opportunities
- Upcoming Events
- Feedback