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Hands in Support
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Providing care transition planning
and senior-first advocacy:


When health, independence, or daily functioning begins to change, families are often left to make complex decisions with little coordination
and no clear advocate.

As an
Independent Registered Nurse Advocate, I work exclusively for seniors and their loved ones—offering expert insight, comprehensive assessment, and clear planning so care decisions are made thoughtfully, not reactively.

100% individualized for you —Assessment, Planning, and Advocacy—with our exclusive 'RIGHT' process

 Your Health. 

   Your Voice. 

     Our Care.

Expert clinical guidance to ensure you and your loved one stays safe, independent, and heard.

What is a Healthcare Advocate?

A healthcare advocate helps you navigate the healthcare system with clarity, compassion, and confidence - empowering you to make informed decisions about your health while knowing you are supported every step of the way.
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The Three Pillars of Care

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Guidance

Clarity in complexity.

We help patients and families make sense of medical language, test results, and care plans. Whether you're preparing for an appointment or facing a new diagnosis, we offer clear, compassionate explanations and help you ask the right questions — so you feel informed, confident, and in control.

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Support

A steady presence when it matters most.

Whether you're in the hospital, at home, or facing a major transition, we provide emotional and practical support tailored to your needs. We help families stay connected, ease the stress of decision-making, and offer comfort through every step of the journey.

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Advocacy

Your voice, amplified.

We stand beside you to ensure your concerns are heard, your choices are respected, and your care aligns with your values. From navigating insurance issues to coordinating between providers, I advocate fiercely and respectfully — so you’re never alone in the system.

No scripts, no cookie-cutter solutions—just the specific, human support you need to feel confident and heard. The RIGHT PROCESS for YOU!

Our Services

  • RIGHT Advocacy

    R – Review: Conduct a comprehensive clinical record review as needed. I – Inform: Detail information that is pertinent to the need. G – Guide: Provide information to allow the client to make informed decisions. H – Highlight: Repeat the inform and guide steps as necessary. T – Timeline: Create and/or adjust timelines based on the complexity of the situation.

  • RIGHT Assessment

    R – Resources: Evaluating family, financial, and community support. I – Independence: Assessing functional status and ADLs. G – Goals: Identifying 'What Matters' to YOU and your loved ones! H – Health: Reviewing medical flags, mentation, medication and risks. T – Transitions: Identifying 'tipping points' to determine the pace of care and changes.

  • RIGHT Plan

    R – Research: Situation, background and assessment. I – Identify: Explore and recognize options, choices, goals and barriers. G – Guardrails: Defining and recognizing risks, barriers and boundaries. H – Harness: Connecting the here and now to an end result T – Tailor: Create a personalized care plan

  • Free 15‑Minute Introductory Consultation

    Free 15‑Minute Introductory Consultation: A one‑time, no‑cost session designed to help you get started. Before the consultation, you’ll complete a brief health inquiry so your current needs are understood in advance. During the session, you’ll receive personalized recommendations for services. This quick, focused conversation offers clarity and direction—with no obligation.

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Our Story, Our Purpose

Rachel Haynie, Independent Nurse Advocate

As Independent Registered Nurse Advocates, we work exclusively for the senior and their family. We help by:

Explaining What’s Really Happening

Healthcare information is often complex, rushed, and difficult to interpret. I help seniors and families understand diagnoses, recommendations, medications, risks, and care options in clear, practical terms—so decisions are based on understanding, not confusion.

Assessing What’s Changing

I conduct a comprehensive, nurse-led assessment that looks beyond a brief medical visit—evaluating health, independence, safety, goals, resources, and upcoming transition points so nothing important is overlooked.

Creating a Clear, Personalized Plan

Based on the assessment, I develop a tailored care transition plan that outlines options, priorities, risks, and next steps—helping families move forward with confidence instead of uncertainty.

Providing Ongoing Advocacy and Guidance

I serve as a consistent point of contact, helping families ask the right questions, understand care recommendations, and navigate the healthcare system as needs evolve.

Reducing Crisis-Driven Decisions

By improving understanding and planning early, families are better prepared to respond thoughtfully—before time pressure and lack of clarity limit their options.

My role is not to replace doctors, facilities, or services—but to ensure seniors and families understand their care, their choices, and the timing of decisions, with the senior’s best interest always at the center.

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In person service in North Carolina Piedmont Triad area. Virtual/remote service available in all Nursing Licensed Compact states and territories. Please fill out an inquiry or call 336-281-4077 for details.

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