About the Speaker

Do you sometimes find yourself at a loss for words when meeting a new provider for the first time? Have you ever struggled to have your voice (or that of someone you love) be heard in a busy hospital setting? Do you understand the ins and outs of starting to receive home care services for the first time? Have you been surprised by a medical bill that you didn't expect? 

During this session, we'll discuss ways you can prepare for a medical encounter ahead of time, how to successfully understand and navigate the myriad medical professionals you’ll encounter during your treatment and recovery, and strategies for troubleshooting when things don’t go as planned.

Nancy Euchner is a nurse and elder care consultant and the founder of AgeQuest, a care consulting practice in Portsmouth. She received her training as a nurse and geriatric nurse practitioner at SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY and was a Pew Fellow for Advanced Health Policy Studies at Boston University. Euchner is also a founding member and volunteer with the Seacoast Village Project.

This program is part of the ten-part 2022 Lunch & Learn series that features guest experts who provide critical information to seniors wanting to better plan and advocate for themselves as they grow older. Lunch & Learn programs occur on the third Tuesday of each month. Recordings of past Lunch & Learn presentations can be found in the Events Archive.