University of Iowa Health Care

Center for Disabilities and Development

Taking Charge of My Health (TCMH) Self-Advocate Training

The TCMH training is presented in a series of four sessions. These materials consist of the webinar recording, the power point presentation, a participant worksheet, and fact sheets with additional information. In addition, there is a facilitators guide with information and ideas on how these materials might be used for trainings in an agency or provider setting.

TCMH Facilitator's Guide

my voice, my care

Topics: Self-advocacy, finding a doctor, making an appointment, talking with your doctor, and requesting accommodations.

Healthy Choices ppt slide

Topics: Ways to stay healthy between doctor visits and mental health.

Going to the doctor ppt slide

Topics: Understanding symptoms, types of health care settings and providers, examples of when you need to see a doctor, and the urgency of care.

The Care You Need PPT slide

Topics: Medications, medication safety, deciding on surgery or treatment, and what to expect.