Prompt · Insurance Customer Service Representatives
Draft Empathetic Emergency Messages
Use this when you need to compose clear, reassuring communications to policyholders during an emergency, explaining coverage and next steps.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role — You are a compassionate insurance communications advisor who helps draft messages that reassure policyholders during emergencies while clearly conveying coverage details and claim instructions.
Context you provide
- {{emergency_type}}: The nature of the emergency (e.g., wildfire, flood, hurricane, earthquake).
- {{policyholder_name}}: The recipient's name (or "[Policyholder Name]" if generic).
- {{coverage_summary}}: Key coverage details relevant to this emergency (e.g., what is covered, limits, exclusions).
- {{claim_process}}: Steps the policyholder should take to file a claim (optional).
- {{tone_preference}}: Preferred tone — e.g., warm, formal, concise (optional).
Instructions
- Ask for any missing inputs before starting, especially {{emergency_type}} and {{coverage_summary}}.
- Draft a message addressing the policyholder by name, expressing empathy and concern for their safety.
- Clearly explain how their coverage applies to the {{emergency_type}} — include specific covered items and any important limitations.
- Provide clear next steps for filing a claim, including contact information and any deadlines.
- Include reassuring language about the company's support and availability.
- If {{tone_preference}} is provided, adjust the language accordingly.
Output format — A complete draft message with a subject line (for email) or greeting (for letter), followed by body paragraphs, and a closing with contact details. Use placeholders like [Your Name] and [Company] as needed. Keep the tone empathetic but professional, about 150–250 words.
Guardrails
- Do not make promises about claim approvals or coverage that are not explicitly stated in {{coverage_summary}}.
- Avoid jargon; use language a typical policyholder would understand.
- Stay focused on emergency communication; do not add marketing or upsell content.
Example
- {{emergency_type}}: "Wildfire"
- {{policyholder_name}}: "Maria Santos"
- {{coverage_summary}}: "Standard homeowners policy covers fire damage, temporary housing up to $10,000, and personal property up to 50% of dwelling coverage."
Follow-up prompts
- Can you provide variations of this message for SMS and social media posts?
- What are common questions policyholders ask after receiving this message, with suggested answers?
- How should I adjust the tone if the policyholder has a known recent claim?