Who Is in the Network?
Primary support person or caregiver
Medical point of contact
Transportation backup
Family or household support
Trusted friend, peer, faith, or community support
What Can Be Delegated?
Appointment transportation or note-taking
Calendar and reminder support
Meals, errands, childcare, or household tasks
Paperwork organization and document copies
Regular check-ins when the survivor wants them
Communication Agreement
What information may be shared?
How should reminders be sent?
What tasks should the survivor keep control of?
When does the survivor need quiet, privacy, or fewer check-ins?
One Concrete Ask
Instead of “I need help,” try a specific request such as: “Can you come to this appointment?” or “Can you help me organize these papers?”
Important: General survivor/family education. Medical decisions should remain with the patient and qualified healthcare professionals.