About NPAF
National Patient Advocate Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization with headquarters in Washington DC. NPAF's staff and volunteers work at the local, state and national level to promote access to affordable, quality health care for people with chronic, debilitating or life-threatening illnesses. NPAF provides important thought leadership in developing policies to support our mission, working with other organizations to advocate for health care policies and collaborating with community partners to advance person-centered care and an equitable health care system for all Americans.
A Brief History
Nancy Davenport-Ennis founded both NPAF and PAF in 1994 following the death of her friend Cheryl Grimmel from breast cancer. Cheryl’s death inspired Nancy and her husband Jack to begin the two organizations, one to provide direct services to patients and help them navigate the health care system and the other to work to improve the health care system.
NPAF is deeply committed to partnerships with other advocacy groups and community-based organizations to develop programs that improve the quality and access to health care for all patients.
What's the Difference Between NPAF and PAF?
PAF is a national 501(c)3 organization that provides direct case management services and financial assistance to patients and caregivers. These include helping people navigate the health care system, working with health care providers, payers and employers to assure that patients have access to affordable care, financial and co-pay assistance and teaching self-advocacy to patients and caregivers.
NPAF is the advocacy affiliate of the Patient Advocate Foundation and is dedicated to amplifying the voices of patients and advocating for better access to affordable, equitable, quality care. They provide educational resources to help patients advocate for themselves and make informed, personalized health care decisions. NPAF works closely with volunteers, advocates and partners on specific issues to assure that the patient voice is heard and that it matters.
Connect with NPAF
For more information about National Patient Advocate Foundation, its mission and work, go to www.npaf.org.