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Table 2 Overview and timeline of Storytelling for Impact program

From: Storytelling for impact: the creation of a storytelling program for patient partners in research

Week 1

Orientation: meet the group, hear alumni stories, walk through independent work required, questions and discussion

Week 2 & 3

Write & submit first draft of story

Week 4 & 5

Story coaches review & have one-on-one calls with participants

Week 5

Write second draft of story: focusing in on clarity of two moments of care and their ‘call to action’. Storytellers begin practicing at home

Week 6

Story Circle. All participants reconvene with Story Coaches and Alumni. Storytellers present their stories and receive peer feedback

Week 7 & 8

Final phone call with Story Coaches for additional support and feedback in preparation for public presentation