Voices of Real Life

Real Experiences at the Heart of Health Care Reform

Our work powers our Voices of Real Life (VoRL) initiative and ensures that policy solutions are grounded in lived experience. The members involved in the VoRL come from a variety of backgrounds and have diverse experiences with the health care system. Members come together on a volunteer basis to guide and advise USofCare’s work of making health care policies that better serve all individuals, including those who are more likely to be affected by policies and practices that keep health care out of reach. VoRL members sometimes inform, collaborate, or participate in research projects to provide a perspective of how people across the country experience health care. They may also offer deep insight into the pain points and health system priorities from their lived experiences and perspectives.

Members are invited based on their direct involvement with the communities they engage with and the work that aligns with the vision for building a better health care system. Each member has committed to sharing their expertise and insights into the needs of themselves, their family, and their communities to create a positive vision for health reform.

We believe that those closest to the problems are closest to the solutions.