Welcome to New Jersey Society for
Healthcare Advocacy and the Patient Experience (NJSHAPE).

We are an organization of dedicated individuals who advocate on behalf of our patients and their families in New Jersey health care facilities. We bring patients’ needs to the center of healthcare.

The Mission of the New Jersey Society for Healthcare Advocacy and the Patient Experience (NJSHAPE) is to be the forerunner for the advancement of consumer advocacy by enriching the healthcare professionals who represent and advocate for New Jersey’s patients and healthcare consumers.

This mission is achieved by creating a forum for healthcare consumer advocacy through:

Diversity in Education
Sharing of Information
Membership Support
Resource Conduit

What Our Members Say..

“...In looking back over the years, I am so very grateful to have had the opportunities to learn through an exchange of ideas, sharing of best practices and valuable educational sessions that enriched my professional development. Through support and encouragement, I served in many leadership roles on the Executive Board, and continued to be inspired by a membership of professional and hardworking people whose commitment to the goals of this Society and patient satisfaction are steadfast. I will always cherish the special times spent at NJSHCA and the priceless bonds that blossomed with very special people."

- Ellen C. Stanislaski -

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