Frequently Asked Questions

A cancer patient advocate is a professional who helps individuals and families navigate the complex cancer care process. At Lifeline Cancer Advocates, we attend appointments, explain treatment options, coordinate care, and advocate for your needs—ensuring you’re heard, supported, and never alone. 

Anyone facing a cancer diagnosis can benefit from advocacy. We support patients undergoing treatment in Dallas–Fort Worth, families living out of town, adult children caring for aging parents, and cancer survivors managing long-term care needs. 

We support individuals facing all types of cancer, including breast, colorectal, prostate, lung, and rare cancers. Our services are personalized to your diagnosis, treatment plan, and goals. 

Yes. For local clients in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, we attend oncology and medical appointments to help ask questions, take notes, and ensure your voice is heard. For out-of-town families, we provide detailed updates after each visit. 

Yes. We translate medical terms into clear, easy-to-understand language. Whether it’s a new diagnosis, lab results, or imaging report, we help you understand what it means and what to expect next.

Yes. Our cancer advocacy doesn’t end with treatment. We support clients through survivorship, long-term side effects, and follow-up appointments—helping you stay on track with your care plan. 

Yes. We help coordinate transitions such as hospital discharges, rehab placements, and palliative or hospice referrals—ensuring continuity and compassionate care at every stage. 

We provide virtual updates after appointments, communicate directly with the care team, and act as a local advocate for your loved one. You’ll always know what’s happening, even if you can’t be there in person. 

Yes. We provide in-person cancer advocacy across the entire Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex, including Fort Worth, Arlington, Irving, Plano, and nearby communities. 

Yes. Lifeline Cancer Advocates serves clients in Plano and throughout the North Dallas region. We travel to oncology appointments, hospitals, and cancer centers in and around Plano. 

Yes. We offer virtual cancer advocacy for families who live outside Texas. Whether you’re in California, New York, Florida, or anywhere else, we keep you informed and involved in your loved one’s care in Dallas–Fort Worth. 

We offer personalized cancer advocacy services, and pricing is based on the level of support you need. Our services include in-person visits, care coordination, and ongoing communication. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation. 

Currently, cancer patient advocacy is a private-pay service and not covered by insurance. However, many families find our support invaluable in reducing stress, avoiding delays, and improving outcomes. 

Simply contact us to schedule a free consultation. We’ll discuss your needs, explain how we can help, and create a customized support plan for you or your loved one.