About

Tanya Bland, RN, BSN

Independent RN Patient Advocate & Nurse Consultant

With Nearly 30 Years of Nursing Experience and firsthand caregiving insight—Tanya helps people understand their options, communicate with confidence, and navigate complex healthcare and community systems.

Our Advisory Coalition

Bringing Diverse Voices Together

At A Voice Has Weight, we believe better support begins with listening to the people and communities we serve. Our Advisory Coalition brings together diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and community voices to help inform our work, strengthen our approach, and ensure the needs of every community are recognized and respected.

Autism

Supporting the voices, experiences, and needs of autistic individuals and their families.

Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Recognizing the unique strengths, experiences, needs, and perspectives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Traumatic Brain Injury

Supporting individuals and families navigating the challenges, changes, and impact of traumatic brain injury.

Older Adults & Long-Term Care

Advocating for dignity, choice, connection, independence, and quality of life for older adults and individuals receiving long-term care.

Individuals & Families Affected by Correctional Systems

Recognizing the experiences and perspectives of individuals and families impacted by correctional systems, while ensuring their voices are included in conversations around support, care, advocacy, and community.