top of page

Advocacy Is Survival is now published!

A Practical Guide for Caregivers, Families and Powers of Attorney in Crisis

"Buy your copy now."

Advocacy Is Survival is a clear, practical guide for navigating the most overwhelming moments of your life: medical crises, long‑term care decisions, insurance battles, and the endless maze of policies, paperwork, and power dynamics that families are forced to confront.

​

This book gives you the tools, language, and strategies to advocate with confidence, protect the people you love, and stay grounded when everything around you feels chaotic.

​

the book.png

Stay Connected

Updates, launch details, and behind‑the‑scenes insights

Thank you and welcome!

I wrote this book because I’ve lived these crises personally and professionally. I know what it feels like to fight for someone you love while trying to hold yourself together. I know how powerful it is when someone hands you the right tools.

​

This book is written for:

​

  • Families and caregivers who are suddenly responsible for life‑altering decisions

  • Powers of Attorney who need clarity, structure, and confidence

  • Professionals supporting vulnerable people through complex systems

  • Anyone who has ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or unheard

 

If you’ve ever said, “I don’t even know where to start,” this book is your starting point.

What You’ll Learn

Inside, you’ll find practical guidance on:

  • How to advocate effectively in hospitals, long‑term care, and government systems

  • How to document, track, and escalate issues when you’re being ignored

  • How to communicate with authority even when you’re exhausted

  • How to protect your loved one’s rights when the system is working against you

  • How to stay emotionally steady in moments that feel impossible

 

This is not theory. It’s real‑world, lived experience distilled into tools you can use today.

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn

©2026 by Alanna Purcell.  All rights reserved.

Proudly created with Wix.com

bottom of page