Kehpca - Kenya Hospices and Palliative Care Association

29/07/2025

Taking to the Heart of the Community

KEHPCA joined VINES Kenya in Kisii County for impactful home visits, reaching persons with palliative care needs right where they are.

VINES Kenya, one of KEHPCA’s implementing partners, is delivering community-based palliative care through the Accessible and Equitable Sexual and Reproductive Health in Palliative Care Project, supported by AmplifyChange, with the goal of enhancing the integration of SRH into palliative care.

During the visits, we engaged with patients on critical issues affecting their well-being—including sexual and reproductive health, a vital but often overlooked aspect of care for those living with life-limiting illnesses.

✅ Integrating SRH into is key to delivering holistic, person-centered care that upholds the dignity of every individual.
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👏 Kudos to the VINES Kenya team for ensuring that no one is left behind.

Together, we continue advocating for quality care for all in need in Kenya




Kisii County Government

29/07/2025

Today, KEHPCA’s projects team was at the Gucha Sub-County Referral Hospital in Ogembo, Kisii County, for a project monitoring, evaluation, and learning visit.

The visit aimed at discussing milestones and areas for improvement in the implementation of the “Increasing Palliative Care Workforce through the Hi-Five Approach “. KEHPCA has been implementing the project in partnership with the Worldwide Hospice Palliative Care Alliance and the Lake Region Economic Bloc secretariat, with funding from the , formerly THET.

The team that was hosted by the facility’s Nursing Services Manager, Mr. Felix Orondo, on behalf of the administration, assessed and supported project progress and discussed scalability and sustainability aspects post the project’s timeline. IEC materials were also distributed to assist during the project’s learner mentorship phase.

KEHPCA is committed to the universal delivery of to all patients and families with the need across Kenya.






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29/07/2025

🌟 Call for Abstracts Now Open! 🌟

The 7th National Conference 2026 is almost here!

KEHPCA, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, is excited to invite you to submit your abstracts and share your research, innovations, and best practices in .

🗓️ Submission Period: 28th July – 30th September 2025
📝Learn more and submit here: https://kehpca.org/conference/

Let’s come together to learn, grow, and shape the future of compassionate care in Kenya and beyond.




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28/07/2025

Earlier today, the KEHPCA conducted a palliative care (PC) supervisory visit to AGC Tenwek Hospital. During the visit, the team paid a courtesy call to the Hospital Director of Medical Services, Dr. Dina Crognale.

Subsequently, the team held an engaging session with the hospital’s team, led by Nurse Rael Bii. and Ms. Evaline Ngeno. Discussions focused on the progress of PC services at the facility, challenges, areas of collaboration, and forging a clear way forward.
Notably, the team shared their continued commitment to providing palliative care both within the hospital and through their daily home visits, demonstrating their dedication to patient-centered care.

Later in the day, KEHPCA team also visited Longisa County Referral Hospital, paying a courtesy call to the Medical Superintendent, Dr Esau Lang'at who expressed strong institutional support for expanding palliative care services within the facility for the benefit of the patients.
Productive discussions followed with the and oncology teams, focusing on the status of PC service delivery at the facility and strategies to enhance quality and reach as well as continued partnership.

KEHPCA sincerely appreciates the continued support of the hospital leadership at both Tenwek and Longisa. Their commitment to integrating and strengthening palliative care services ensures that patients and their families receive compassionate, high-quality care.
We also applaud the relentless efforts of the palliative care teams for their dedication and impactful work.

KEHPCA remains committed to advancing in Kenya—ensuring no one is left behind in accessing the care they need.

24/07/2025

The ongoing partnership between KEHPCA and AIC Kijabe Hospital is playing a significant role in building a pool of empowered healthcare professionals equipped to provide optimal palliative care services.

As part of this collaboration, KEHPCA Executive Director, Mr. David Musyoki paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Chege Macharia, Executive Director of AIC Kijabe Hospital and his team Dr. Faith Mailu, Satellite Manager, and Ms. Pitty Mugure, Palliative Care Clinical Officer.

Plans are underway to train more professionals as Trainers of Trainers (ToTs) in palliative care, with the long-term goal of positioning Kijabe Hospital as a palliative care hub and eventually integrating palliative care training into the hospital’s College of Health Sciences.

Together we continue advancing in Kenya for all in need.

23/07/2025

KEHPCA commenced a 5-day palliative care training for healthcare practitioners at AIC Kijabe Hospital, an initiative led by the hospital’s Education and Training Department.

The training has brought together 27 participants from various professional cadres within the hospital, all of whom have shown great interest and active engagement throughout the sessions.

We applaud their commitment to strengthening the delivery of services.

21/07/2025

💊 Pain Management & Opioid Use in Palliative Care Webinar

Pain is one of the most distressing symptoms faced by patients in palliative care — and opioids remain a cornerstone in effective pain management. However, their use must be grounded in safe, ethical, and patient-centered practices to avoid misuse or underuse.

Join KEHPCA for this month’s webinar as we unpack this vital topic as we explore this critical topic, equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge to manage pain effectively

📚Topic: Pain Management & Opioid Use in Palliative Care

📅Date: Wednesday, 30th July 2025

🕖Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EAT

💻Location: Online via Microsoft Teams

🔗Register here: 630e6f4d-6530-4491-9875-729abcbe7858@6850f5a9-8d72-499f-ad0d-82ce0bf94af3" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/630e6f4d-6530-4491-9875-729abcbe7858@6850f5a9-8d72-499f-ad0d-82ce0bf94af3

Let’s work together to ensure that no patient suffers needlessly from pain, and that opioid use is guided by care, responsibility, and dignity.



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11/07/2025

Sexual and reproductive health (SRH) is a vital component of holistic care for individuals with (PC) needs. It not only promotes overall well-being but also addresses often overlooked and unspoken concerns, particularly within patient-partner relationships.

Through the Accessible and Equitable SRH into PC Project, supported by AmplifyChange, KEHPCA, and its implementing partners, are committed to integrating SRH into palliative care services across various counties.

KEHPCA joined the Coast Hospice—one of our project implementing partners—during a day care session focused on SRH in PC and patient safeguarding. A key highlight of the day was the open discussions among participants—crucial conversations that help patients reclaim dignity, foster understanding, and strengthen emotional bonds with their loved ones.

Coast Hospice continues to provide quality in the region, while also mentoring nearby facilities and equipping healthcare workers with essential knowledge.

We commend the dedicated team at Coast Hospice, led by Eric Amisi, for their unwavering commitment and impactful service.

Mombasa County Government

09/07/2025

We are excited to welcome Ms. Rose Nyawira Wandaka to the KEHPCA family as our new Finance Officer, effective 1st July 2025.

Rose brings a wealth of experience and a passion for palliative care that aligns with our mission.

Join us in extending a warm welcome as she helps us strengthen our financial systems and advance in Kenya.

🌟 Welcome to the Team Rose! 🌟

08/07/2025

Today, KEHPCA held productive engagements with Kilifi County Government health officials, aimed at deepening the integration and reach of palliative care (PC) services across the county.

We were privileged to meet with key leaders, including Dr. Hassan Leli, County Director of Health; Mr. John Moss, NCD Coordinator; Ms. Rachel Juma, Health Planning and M&E Lead; Dr. Suchira, Hospital Oncologist; and Ms. Lilian Saidi, County PC Nurse Lead.

The discussions focused on evaluating the current status of palliative care integration, identifying gaps, and charting a path to expand services across more health facilities in Kilifi County. We also discussed plans for the upcoming 7th National Palliative Care Conference, scheduled for February 2026 in Mombasa.

Dr. Leli reaffirmed the county’s commitment to palliative care, stating:
"We are steadily growing palliative care, and we are ready to continue supporting efforts to bridge the gaps.”

Additionally, the KEHPCA team paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Matano Kibwana, the Medical Superintendent of Kilifi County Referral Hospital.

This was followed by an insightful meeting with the facility’s palliative care team, where we acknowledged their commendable work despite the challenges they face. The team shared updates on their services to patients and their families at the hospital, home-based care, community outreach programs, and mentorship initiatives.

KEHPCA applauds the dedication, resilience, and commitment of the Kilifi County Referral Hospital team and appreciates the support from the Kilifi Department of Health and Sanitation Services.

We look forward to continued collaboration in ensuring every person in need can access quality .

08/07/2025

RE-ADVERTISEMENT!!

Call for Expression of Interest:

KEHPCA is seeking a qualified Consultant to spearhead Policy Monitoring, Accountability, and Advocacy Campaigns for the integration of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) into Palliative Care services in Kenya

📄 View the full EOI and application guidelines:
👉https://kehpca.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Expression-of-Interest_Consultancy-for-Policy-2025.pdf
🗓️ Application deadline extended to: 15th July 2025

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07/07/2025

KEHPCA appreciates the remarkable efforts by the Malindi Sub County Hospital’s Palliative Care team in enhancing the quality of care for persons with needs and their families. We also acknowledge the valuable support provided by the hospital administration.



Together, we continue to advance .