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PATIENTS, FAMILY
& CAREGIVERS
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PATIENTS, FAMILY & CAREGIVERS
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HEALTH
PROFESSIONALS
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ABOUT
GOCCNJ
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ABOUT GOCCNJ
Legacy of Care Tribute

JOIN US ON MAY 1, 2025 • SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

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NEW: Palliative Care Provider Directory

Learn about palliative care and find a local provider in New Jersey.

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES: RESEARCH UPDATE
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Research Report

Palliative Care in NJ: Gaps and Opportunities to Improve Access

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Research Summary & Recommendations

Palliative Care in NJ: Gaps and Opportunities to Improve Access

QUICK LINKS
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Let's Talk: Discuss, Decide, Document

Advance care planning guides available in multiple languages.

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4Step iCare Plan

Our 4Step iCare Plan is a simple, 4-step approach that helps patients, families, and healthcare providers navigate through challenging medical decisions.

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NJ POLST

A POLST form will inform healthcare providers about the types of medical treatment a patient would like to receive. The form is available in multiple languages.

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Last Call! Ticket Sales & Sponsorship Opportunities will Close on 4/25 for the Legacy of Care Tribute honoring Dr. David R Barile, Dr. Hamza Habib and Senator Angela V. McKnight! Dont miss out! Visit https://goalsofcare.org/legacy/ Thanks to our sponsors Penn Medicine Princeton Health Atlantic Health System RWJBarnabas Health Samaritan New Jersey Chapter - American College of Physicians Complete Care
Please join #GOCCNJ in honoring Senator Angela V. McKnight for her commitment to expanding access to palliative care in #NJ. Her advocacy was instrumental in passing the Medicaid Community-Based Palliative Care benefit, set to take effect in January 2026.
Celebrate with us on May 1st, 2025 at 6 pm at the Palace. To purchase tickets, sponsor the event, or purchase a virtual ad, please visit: https://goalsofcare.org/legacy/ Ticket sales end 4/25. 
Thank you to our sponsors: Penn Medicine Princeton Health Atlantic Health System Samaritan RWJBarnabas Health
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Hamza Habib as #GOCCNJ’s Chief Medical Officer! As a palliative care physician known for providing compassionate care for his patients, Dr. Habib is the perfect fit for this vital role! Come celebrate Dr. Habib at the Legacy of Care Tribute on May 1st at The Palace at Somerset Park. To purchase tickets, become a sponsor or place an ad in the virtual program, please visit: https://goalsofcare.org/legacy/ *Ticket sales end 4/25!! Buy Today!

Thank you to our sponsors: Penn Medicine Princeton Health, Atlantic Health System, Samaritan, & RWJBarnabas Health
In Honor of National Healthcare Decisions Day, #GOCCNJ is offering A Walk in the Woods on Pre-Sale. Join Dr. David R Barile as he takes you outdoors for an immersive journey through updates in palliative and end-of-life care. Accredited for physicians, nurse professionals, social workers & pharmacists. To Enroll:  https://learn.goalsofcare.org/

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 As an agent of change. Join the Goals of Care Coalition of New Jersey to help improve care for patients with serious illness.
As a supporter of our efforts. We depend on the generosity of our individual and corporate donors to provide research, advocacy, education & tools, resources, and information to patients & families.