Kenya Hospices and Palliative Care Association (KEHPCA) is a prominent organization dedicated to promoting access to quality palliative care in Kenya. With over 15 years of advocacy experience, KEHPCA serves as a powerful voice for individuals with palliative care needs. Their mission is to provide acceptable, accessible, and affordable palliative care to individuals and families through the creation of informed and empowered networks.

Millions of Kenyans suffering from hard-to-cure and incurable illnesses face a lack of pain relief medicines and psycho-social support, resulting in immense agony. KEHPCA aims to address this by offering a wide range of services including pain relief, prevention and relief of suffering, assessment and treatment of pain, and support for physical, psychosocial, and spiritual problems. KEHPCA uses a collaborative approach, working with palliative care providers, the Ministry of Health, County Governments, development partners, communities, and individuals with palliative care needs to extend their services to the community level.

Palliative care is regarded as a fundamental human right, and KEHPCA is committed to ensuring that every individual in Kenya has access to this essential care as stated in the Kenyan Constitution, patients' rights charter, SDG, and UHC guidelines. With a vision of Quality Palliative Care for all in Kenya, KEHPCA strives to enhance the provision of palliative care and improve the quality of life for those affected by life-threatening illnesses and their families. Guided by the values of excellence, compassion, accountability, and teamwork, they continuously strive to review and improve the standards of palliative care services.

Join KEHPCA today to support their mission and make a difference in the lives of individuals facing serious health challenges