CHAPCA — California Hospice and Palliative Care Association

(916) 925-3770 info@calhospice.org

Compassionate care, guided by California's trusted hospice voice.

For more than four decades, CHAPCA has advanced quality end-of-life care through education, advocacy, and a statewide network of hospice and palliative care providers serving patients and the families who love them.

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501(c)(3) Nonprofit Serving California since 1979

Nurse providing compassionate care to a senior patient

Family member holding hands with a loved one

45+

Years of Advocacy

80%

Prefer Home Care

200+

Provider Members

CA·

Statewide Network

Caregiver and patient sharing a meaningful moment

38%

of Americans currently receive hospice care, despite 80% preferring to be cared for at home.

Our Mission

Enhancing the value and quality of end-of-life care across California.

CHAPCA is a not-for-profit organization that improves access to quality end-of-life care and educates patients, families, communities, and healthcare professionals about hospice and palliative care.

We envision a future where every patient and family is aware of hospice and palliative care services—and has full, equitable access to them. The best time to learn about hospice is before it's needed.

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What We Do

Programs & services for providers, professionals, and the people they serve.

From continuing education to advocacy and provider directories, CHAPCA delivers the resources California's hospice and palliative care community relies on.

Education & Training

Continuing education webinars, leadership certification, and on-demand learning built for hospice and palliative care professionals.

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Find a Provider

Search a vetted directory of California hospice and palliative care provider members serving patients and families in every region.

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Advocacy & Policy

We monitor state and federal legislation affecting hospice and palliative care—and give our members a unified voice in Sacramento.

Our Advocacy Work

Hospice Careers

Connect with a meaningful career in hospice. Browse openings across California or post positions to reach qualified candidates.

Career Center

Grief & Family Support

Find grief support groups, caregiving guides, and resources to help families navigate serious illness with confidence and care.

Support Resources

WHV Trauma-Informed Care

We Honor Veterans Trauma-Informed Care Initiative — specialized training and resources for caring for veterans at end of life.

Veteran Initiatives

Become a Member

Join the trusted statewide network for hospice and palliative care.

CHAPCA empowers California provider members with the education, tools, and resources needed to deliver exceptional care. Membership demonstrates your dedication to the patients and families you serve.

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Free BRN continuing education credits on qualifying webinars
Listing in the CHAPCA Provider & Associate Member directories
Discounted rates on the CHAPCA Annual Conference
Access to leadership training & certification programs
Advocacy representation at the state and federal level

Upcoming Education

Conferences, webinars & training events.

Sharpen your skills and connect with peers at CHAPCA's continuing education events—live and on demand.

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Annual Conference

October 21, 2026

2026 CHAPCA Annual Conference

California's leading gathering for hospice and palliative care professionals—three days of learning and connection.

Webinar

May 27, 2026 · 10am PST

OASIS-E2 Reflects on You — Part 3

Skilled Home Health Education webinar. Free for CHAPCA provider members; $350 for non-members.

Reserve Your Spot

Leadership workshop participants collaborating

Certification

Begins August 11, 2026

2026 CHAPCA Certified Leadership Training

A multi-month leadership development program designed for emerging and established hospice leaders.

Program Details

Voices from the Field

The best time to learn about hospice is before it's needed. CHAPCA helps families and providers across California understand what compassionate end-of-life care can truly look like.

CHAPCA Member Provider Northern California

Updates from the hospice & palliative care community.

02 Jul

Hospice News Network

Hospice News Network — July Issue: Industry trends & policy updates

Our monthly roundup of news affecting California's hospice and palliative care providers. Now moving to the Community Forum.

06 Jun

Clear Commentary

Clear Commentary — Regulatory shifts in hospice oversight

A focused analysis of recent regulatory updates and what they mean for California hospice operators and clinical leaders.

Trusted Partners & Associate Members

Center to Advance Palliative Care Data Soft Logic HealthCare ConsultLink HMDCB NGS