Questions and answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Coaching with Dr. Dani is free. Here's how it works, how to book, when the meetups are, and where to find her book and the Caretaker Connect app.

About Cancer Coach USA

What is Cancer Coach USA?

Cancer Coach USA offers survivorship coaching and family navigation for life after cancer treatment. It is led by Dr. Danielle Clay (Dr. Dani).

Who is it for?

Cancer survivors in remission or after active treatment, caregivers and family members, friends and advocates, and professionals who want to refer someone.

What kind of help do you offer?
  • Survivorship clarity: organizing questions, follow-ups and next steps.
  • Follow-up prep: an agenda for survivorship visits, scans, labs and questions for your care team.
  • Remission navigation: preparing for scans, survivorship visits and long-term planning.
  • Next-chapter and life planning: work, school, finances, rest, identity, relationships and emotional wellbeing.
  • Family and caregiver coaching: communication, rebuilding home routines, and moving from crisis mode to steady support with healthy boundaries.
How does coaching work?

Four steps: Listen to your story and concerns, Organize your questions, records and key dates, Prepare for visits, scan anxiety and family check-ins, then Adjust the plan as things change.

What are the Five Pillars?

Inspiration, Symptom Care (tracking lingering symptoms and late effects), Nutrition (planning around energy and appetite, with guidance from your clinicians), Research (sorting reports and finding trustworthy resources), and Resources (tools, templates and planning aids). Read about the Five Pillars.

Booking and sessions

How do I get started or book a call?

Book a 30-minute intro conversation with Dr. Dani on her booking page or the Schedule page. You can also fill out the intake form, and the team will follow up.

What happens on the intro call?

A 30-minute conversation with Dr. Dani about where you are in life after treatment and what support would help.

Is it in person, by phone or by video?

The intro call is by video. The Google Meet link is in your confirmation email. Dr. Dani also meets by phone. Just let the team know you'd prefer a call.

Can I reschedule or cancel?

Yes. Your confirmation email has links to reschedule or cancel.

How much does coaching cost?

Coaching is free. Donations are welcome.

What should I not share by phone or on the form?

Please don't share urgent medical details. For anything urgent, contact your care team. For emergencies, call 911.

Meetup group

Do you have a support group?

Yes. The I Beat Cancer, Now What? Meetup Group holds community conversations about life after cancer. Survivors, caregivers, family and friends are all welcome.

Is it in person or online?

In person. Both gatherings meet face to face: the Meetup group at a restaurant, and the St. Ann's session at the church.

When and where does it meet?
  • Meetup group: the 2nd Sunday of each month, 12 to 2 PM, in person at a restaurant. Locations vary, so check the group page for each event.
  • St. Ann's: the 3rd Sunday of each month, right after the 11:15 AM Mass, at St. Ann Catholic Church, School Room 7, 17111 Route 1 (Jefferson Davis Highway), South Chesterfield, VA 23834. It's on Route 1 near Colonial Heights.
Does it cost anything?

No. Meetups are free, and donations are welcome. The Meetup group meets at a restaurant, so if you'd like food or drinks, you pay for your own.

How do I join?

Join the group on Meetup to see events and RSVP, or register here on the site.

Dr. Dani's book and the Caretaker Connect app

Does Dr. Dani have a book?

Yes. You Beat Cancer, Now What? by Dr. Danielle Clay is a practical guide to rebuilding life after treatment. It's available only on Amazon, in hardcover, paperback and Kindle.

Is there an app?

Yes. Caretaker Connect, from Viola Holdings, helps families and care teams stay coordinated. You can track tasks, coordinate schedules, set gentle reminders, and keep everyone on the care team connected in one place, even from a distance.

Where do I get Caretaker Connect?

It's available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. See the Caretaker Connect page for QR codes.

How much does Caretaker Connect cost?

$4.99 per month.

Who do I contact about the app?

Use the contact form at violaholdings.app. Viola Holdings support hours are Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.

Contact and medical disclaimer

How do I reach Cancer Coach USA?
Is this medical advice?

No. Cancer Coach USA does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Information and coaching are for general support and education only, and are not a substitute for care from a qualified medical professional. Always consult your physician or care team with medical questions.

What if it's an emergency?

For emergencies, call 911 or contact your care team right away.