Real Patients. Real Change.

Join the Movement for Patient Advocacy

Patients Rising empowers patients and caregivers to navigate healthcare challenges, share their stories, and influence the policies that impact their lives.

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Our Foundation

Why We Fight
for Patients

Patients Rising was built to confront barriers in the U.S. healthcare system, from high costs to limited access. Our mission is rooted in empowering patients, influencing policy, and building a future where your story shapes lasting change.

Invest in Patient-Centered Learning
Education That Drives Action

Invest in Patient-Centered Learning

Our 501(c)(3) nonprofit delivers education programs that turn lived experiences into advocacy power. Whether you’re a first-time learner or longtime supporter, your involvement helps patients nationwide speak up and shape healthcare policy.

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“Becoming a patient advocate, sharing my story, and connecting with others has shown me that even in life’s darkest moments, something beautiful can grow.”
– Amy
Patient Advocate
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“Every story matters, and if sharing mine helps even one person feel seen, supported, or empowered to speak up, that’s why I keep going.”
– Valarie
Patient Advocate

Tools To Empower Every Advocate

From sharing your story to shaping policy and learning new skills, each resource connects you with support, tools, and real impact. Let’s build advocacy together.
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Connect & Support

Join the Movement

Find belonging, mentorship, and purpose in a network of patients, caregivers, and advocates tackling barriers in health care. Share, learn, and grow with others advancing healthcare reform.

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Stories That Matter

Patients Rising Stories

Every healthcare journey is unique and powerful. Read stories that highlight obstacles like insurance denials or care access gaps and fuel real health care policymaking change.

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Self‑Guided Learning

Patient Empowerment Center

 Our Patient Empowerment Center offers flexible training, mental health advocacy strategies, and patient-first learning designed for real-world impact — on your timeline.

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Expert Training

Advocacy Masterclass

Become a confident patient advocate. Our structured classes cover storytelling, navigating health systems, and lobbying techniques, all led by experienced instructors.

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Policy Action

Policies Center

Explore the key health care policy issues affecting patients: access rights, drug pricing reform, and more. Learn where to take action and amplify your voice within federal and state policy efforts.

Support Patient Advocacy

Partner With Purpose

Your sponsorship helps fuel the programs that educate, empower, and amplify patient voices nationwide. Join us in shaping a more equitable, accessible healthcare system that listens to the people it serves.

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Real Stories

Voices That Move Policy

Backed by Trust

Supported by Advocacy
Leaders Nationwide

Patients Rising partners with respected advocacy groups, nonprofits, and healthcare leaders to fight for patient-first policy and amplify real stories that drive change.

Join the Movement

Advocacy Begins
With You

Whether you’re navigating medical bills, battling denials, or pushing for better care, Patients Rising is here to back you up. Join one of the nation’s most active advocacy groups and connect with others who are turning experience into action. It’s free, flexible, and designed for the people we serve.