2020
DOI: 10.1177/0017896920959364
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Adopting a lay navigator training programme in primary care

Abstract: Introduction: There is growing interest in the role and use of patient navigators within the health care system. Currently, qualifications and training expectations documented in the literature vary tremendously depending on context and patient population. This paper details the theoretical and pedagogical principles used to develop, implement and evaluate a training programme for lay patient navigators working in a primary care setting. Methods: The planning process involved (a) conducting an educational need… Show more

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“…Lay navigators are individuals without a health profession background who are recruited from the community and receive specialised training to assist patients in navigating complex health and social care systems and minimise barriers to accessing care. 50 Lay navigators contribute to successful transitions post-hospital discharge by helping people maintain health service engagement through assistance with scheduled appointments and referrals, providing accompaniment to appointments, communicating with relevant agencies and organisations and assisting with paperwork and forms. [51][52][53] In addition, lay navigators also sign post and help adults with chronic illness living in the community build connections with their community with the intent to improve quality of life, and develop independence and engagement.…”
Section: Strengths and Limitations Of This Studymentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Lay navigators are individuals without a health profession background who are recruited from the community and receive specialised training to assist patients in navigating complex health and social care systems and minimise barriers to accessing care. 50 Lay navigators contribute to successful transitions post-hospital discharge by helping people maintain health service engagement through assistance with scheduled appointments and referrals, providing accompaniment to appointments, communicating with relevant agencies and organisations and assisting with paperwork and forms. [51][52][53] In addition, lay navigators also sign post and help adults with chronic illness living in the community build connections with their community with the intent to improve quality of life, and develop independence and engagement.…”
Section: Strengths and Limitations Of This Studymentioning
confidence: 99%