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The National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care (The Coalition) is comprised of 13 national organizations dedicated to improving the care of people living with serious illness.
News & Updates
The National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care Establishes a Pediatric Division
The National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care announced today that the Pediatric Palliative Care (PPC) Task Force, an initiative launched in 2020, will transition from a task force to a division within the organization. The Coalition Board of Directors voted...
Supporting Care of the Seriously Ill: House Budget Committee Recommendations
The National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care (Coalition) believes it can recommend specific solutions to assist the House Budget Committee as it continues to explore these important topics. Thank you for the opportunity to submit comments on how to modernize...
BREAKING: NIH NIA Announces Consortium for Palliative Care Research Across the Lifespan
The Coalition is pleased to share the groundbreaking new development in research funding for palliative care: The Coalition, our members, and our partners have worked for several years to initiate a combined strategic approach for research advocacy which has led to a...
Our Vision
All patients, families and caregivers who need it will have access to quality hospice and palliative care.

Our Mission
Work together to present a united voice to the public and policy makers in order to improve the care of people with serious or life-limiting illnesses.
Strategic Priorities
Advocacy
Coordinate an advocacy agenda to speak with a consistent voice to policy makers.
Payment
Help prepare the field for a risk-bearing reimbursement environment.
Quality
Lead the implementation of national palliative care guidelines with key stakeholders.
Research
Develop a coordinated research advocacy strategy with key partners.
Workforce
Develop an interdisciplinary workforce assessment and strategy.