Quick! It’s an emergency.

When we’re in the midst of a medical crisis, things can quickly feel out of control. That’s why this week, we’re turning our focus to emergency planning. What can you do now to set yourself up for an unexpected trip to the emergency room? What strategies can you use to advocate for yourself or a loved one in the ER? And how does an actual ER differ from what we might see on a fast-moving medical drama like The Pitt or Grey’s Anatomy?!To look up healthcare proxy forms in your state, head to CaringInfo.org.Cared For is executive produced and hosted by Kelli Dunham.It’s executive produced by Erica Getto and Myrriah Gossett for Good Get, in collaboration with PRX.For more resources, and to join the conversation, head to kellidunham.substack.com or @caredforpodcast on Instagram.Kelli’s on Instagram, TikTok, and Substack @kellidunham.Good Get is on Instagram @goodgetproductions.PRX is on Instagram @prxofficial.Pictured here: The view from Kelli's Covid ICU bed in 2020.