Coalition for Compassionate Care of California

07/17/2025

Hard Problems. New Solutions. One Place to Come Together.

Join us for the 17th Annual CCCC Summit, October 6–7 in Costa Mesa, CA—California’s leading gathering for serious illness care professionals.

This year’s theme invites bold thinking and real collaboration in the face of shifting federal policy and growing complexity in care.

Hear from visionary leaders like Dr. Ira Byock, Terry Altilio, Vickie Leff, and Dr. Sachin Jain, and dive into sessions on hospice reform, pediatric palliative care, AI, climate-informed care, chaplaincy training, and more.

Register by July 31 to save with early bird rates:
https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/CCCC/Education-Events/2025-Annual-Summit.aspx

07/16/2025

💬 Can AI support the most human of conversations?

Join us July 23 for the final session in our AI in Serious Illness Care series:

AI for Advance Care Planning
12:00–1:30 PM PT | 1.5 CEs Available

Learn how top physicians are integrating AI into sensitive, values-driven discussions about care, compassion, and end-of-life decisions.

FREE for CCCC members | $49 non-members
https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/Education-Events/AI-for-Advance-Care-Planning.aspx

Missed a session? Recordings of all past Zoominars—including sessions on Responsible AI, AI Basics, and Digital Immortality—are available to all registered attendees.

This session will focus on the uses of AI to facilitate advance care planning and goals of care conversations. Three innovative physicians will describe their work and the challenges associated with introducing machine intelligence into conversations that touch our most human features: vulnerability...

07/15/2025

Join us for the 17th Coalition for Compassionate Care of California (CCCC) Annual Summit, taking place October 6–7 at the Hilton Orange County–Costa Mesa. Whether you're advancing palliative care, transforming hospice, or exploring innovative approaches to serious illness care, this year’s Summit offers inspiring content, practical tools, and meaningful connections.

From keynotes to breakout sessions, we’ve curated a powerful lineup of presentations tailored to the diverse disciplines and perspectives in our field. This is your opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow with peers who share your commitment to compassionate care.

Explore the full session lineup on our website—and don’t wait! Early bird registration ends July 31.

https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/CCCC/Education-Events/2025-Annual-Summit.aspx

07/02/2025

POLST Champion Certificate Program – On-Demand + New Live Modules!

Missed the live POLST Topic Modules? You can now access them on demand—whether you're brushing up on one topic or completing the full 8-module series.

Ready to go further? Start your POLST Champion Certificate Program now. You’ll gain:
✅ Access to all recorded Topic Modules
✅ Registration for two setting-specific modules (starting July 17)
✅ A full-day, in-person skills training on October 8 at the Hilton Costa Mesa, following the 2025 CCCC Annual Summit.

Register today and build your expertise in advance care planning across care settings. https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/CCCC/Education-Events/POLST-Certificate-Program.aspx

Questions? Contact info@CoalitionCCC.org or call 916-489-2222.

06/27/2025

Sponsor the 2025 Annual Summit – Partner with Palliative Care Leaders!

Join us October 6–7 in Orange County for California’s premier palliative care conference, hosted by the Coalition for Compassionate Care of California.

As a Summit Supporter, your organization will gain valuable visibility among leaders in palliative care, advance care planning, and serious illness care—while aligning with this year’s theme: Hard Problems, New Solutions.

Sponsorship levels start at $1,500 and include exhibit space, registration(s), and promotional opportunities before, during, and after the event.

✅ Showcase your leadership
✅ Connect with engaged professionals
✅ Support the movement to improve care for all

View support brochure:https://coalitionccc.org/common/Uploaded%20files/PDFs/Summit25/Summit%20Support%20Brochure2025%20fillable2.pdf

Contact us at Summit@CoalitionCCC.org to learn more.

06/21/2025

✨ Plan your stay—explore Orange County!

We’re heading to sunny Southern California for the 2025 CCCC Annual Summit, happening October 6–7 at the Hilton Orange County–Costa Mesa. This year’s theme, Hard Problems, New Solutions, invites bold thinking, fresh collaboration, and practical strategies to advance serious illness care.

Between plenaries, workshops, and networking sessions, take time to explore all that Costa Mesa has to offer—world-class shopping at South Coast Plaza, live performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and the coastal charm of Laguna and Newport Beach. You’re also just a short drive from Disneyland Resort.

Special hotel rate: $190/night (available through Sept. 13 or until sold out)
Discover travel ideas and local experiences at https://www.travelcostamesa.com/

View the full agenda and register: https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/CCCC/Education-Events/2025-Annual-Summit.aspx

06/17/2025

Two Powerful Events This Week from CCCC – Don’t Miss Them!

🧠 JUNE 18 – The Future of Identity: Digital Immortality & AI
12–1 PM PT | With Andy LoCascio, CTO of Eternos.Life
Explore how AI is reshaping life, death, and grief.
https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/Education-Events/POLST-Certificate-Program.aspx

🙏 JUNE 19 – Cultural & Religious Sensitivity in Advance Care Planning
11 AM–12 PM PT | With Sandy Chen Stokes, CACCC
Learn how language, culture, and faith impact care—and how providers can respond with clarity and respect.
https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/Education-Events/The-Future-of-Identity.aspx

06/13/2025

CCCC Decision Aids Now in 8 Languages

To support diverse patient communities, the Coalition for Compassionate Care of California has expanded its Patient-Centered Decision Aids—now available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Punjabi, Russian, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and Korean.

Certified by PALTmed, these tools meet clinical standards for use in hospitals, SNFs, hospices, and more. Access print packs or digital subscriptions—ideal for telehealth and home care.

Explore options and pricing: https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/Resources/Decision-Aids-for-Healthcare-Providers-update.aspx?

06/10/2025

Today’s the Day! Poster Abstracts Due Tuesday, June 10 ⏰

Have a project, program, or innovative idea that’s improving palliative care or advance care planning? Share your work at the 2025 CCCC Annual Summit—poster abstracts are due TODAY!

This is your chance to contribute to our Summit theme, Hard Problems, New Solutions, happening October 6–7, 2025, in Costa Mesa.

Learn more: https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/CCCC/Education-Events/2025-Annual-Summit.aspx

And while you're at it, check out the newly released full agenda—featuring powerful plenaries, hands-on workshops, and a pediatric palliative care track.

06/06/2025

What happens to identity when one lives on through AI?

Join us on June 18 at 12 PM PT for The Future of Identity: Exploring the Implications of Digital Immortality—a powerful session in our AI Zoominar Series on serious illness care.

Presented by Andy LoCascio, Co-founder & CTO of Eternos.Life, this talk will unpack how digital twins and AI legacy tools are transforming how we grieve, remember, and define the self.

✔️ 1 CE available for nurses and social workers.
✔️ Free for CCCC Members | $49 for non-members
✔️ Join for $125/year and save on the full series + more!

Learn more & register: https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/Education-Events/The-Future-of-Identity.aspx

05/30/2025

🚨 The preliminary agenda is live for the 2025 CCCC Annual Summit: Hard Problems, New Solutions — happening October 6–7 at the Hilton Orange County–Costa Mesa! From thought-provoking sessions and interactive workshops to a dedicated pediatric track and the ACP Innovation Award, this year’s program is packed with insight and inspiration.

What sessions are you most excited to attend? Or what challenges are you hoping we tackle together this year? Drop your thoughts or questions below ⬇️ — and don’t forget to take advantage of our early bird discounted rates!

https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/CCCC/Education-Events/2025-Annual-Summit.aspx

Already registered? Help us spread the word! Reshare this post/graphic and invite your colleagues to attend—let’s tackle this year’s theme together.

05/20/2025

Upcoming POLST Training: Incapacitated Patients, Pediatric Use & Cultural Sensitivity

Next session: Thursday, May 22 at 11:00 AM (PT)
Topic: POLST for Incapacitated/Unrepresented Patients
What happens when a patient lacks capacity and has no surrogate? Learn how to assess capacity, seek conservatorship, and navigate the use of PPRs and IDTs in SNF and hospital settings.
Includes a real-world case study from Yarin Ascencio, MSW

Coming in June:
✔️ June 5: POLST for Minors – Using POLST for infants, children, and teens, with case insights from Christy Torkildson, PhD, RN
✔️June 19: POLST and Cultural/Religious Sensitivity – Best practices for culturally competent communication and POLST use, featuring Sandy Chen Stokes, RN, MSN

Learn more and register: https://coalitionccc.org/CCCC/Education-Events/POLST-Certificate-Program.aspx
Registration closes the day before each session.