Creative writing and artistic expression are meaningful and compelling ways to highlight the importance of residents’ rights and how these rights can be carried out in all long-term care settings. The Resident’s Voice Challenge encourages residents to submit essays, poems, artwork, drawings, or videos related to the theme.
In celebration of Consumer Voice’s 50th Anniversary, we are creating a coffee table book featuring residents’ voices. We’re seeking creative artwork (posters, paintings, drawings) or written entries (essays, poems) of 50 words or less. Individuals whose entries are selected for inclusion in the book will receive a complimentary copy of the book.
Use these questions to inspire you:
- What makes you feel empowered?
- Why is it important to stand up for your rights? For quality care?
- What contributes to your quality of life?
- What is needed for quality care to be provided in a long-term care facility?
- How can others (family, community members, etc.) support bringing about quality care and quality of life in long-term care facilities?
How to Submit
- Read the full Resident’s Voice Challenge Criteria before submitting.
- Email submissions to info@theconsumervoice.org by June 30, 2025.
- Include a mailing address with your submission for residents to receive certificates of participation.
Submissions featuring photo or videos must include completed release forms for each resident.