& CAREGIVERS
PROFESSIONALS
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CE/CME FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
Build confidence.
Lead conversations that matter.
NEW Advance Care Planning (ACP) Certificate Program — an on-demand, virtual, continuing education program designed to strengthen your skills in one of the most meaningful parts of care: helping patients and loved ones make informed decisions about what matters most.
Visit the GOCCNJ Learning Center for detailed CE/CME information.
Legacy of Care Tribute
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the Legacy of Care Tribute on May 1, 2025, a powerful evening honoring the visionaries, champions, and leaders who are transforming the future of care for people with serious illness.
But our work is just beginning. Find out how you can help and view photos of this night to remember.
NEW: Palliative Care Provider Directory
Learn about palliative care and find a local provider in New Jersey.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES: RESEARCH UPDATE
Policy Research Practicum
Understanding Awareness and Perceptions of Palliative Care: A Qualitative Study of Cancer Patients and Caregivers in New Jersey
Research Report
Palliative Care in NJ: Gaps and Opportunities to Improve Access
Research Summary & Recommendations
Palliative Care in NJ: Gaps and Opportunities to Improve Access
QUICK LINKS
Let's Talk: Discuss, Decide, Document
Advance care planning guides available in multiple languages.
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.
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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Quality care goes beyond medical treatment—it’s about honoring each person’s voice in their own healthcare journey. #GOCCNJ’s Advance Care Planning Certificate Program empowers clinicians to foster trust and collaboration through effective communication and shared decision-making. Details at Compassion & Choices #AdvanceCarePlanning #SeriousIllnessCare #palliativecare #ProfessionalDevelopment ... See MoreSee Less
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November is National Family Caregivers Month — a time to honor the quiet strength of those caring for loved ones living with serious illness.Your time, patience, and love make an incredible difference every single day.Thank you for all that you do. 💜#FamilyCaregiversMonth #PalliativeCare #GOCCNJ ... See MoreSee Less
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This November, we celebrate National Hospice & Palliative Care Month. Palliative care focuses on relief from symptoms, communication, and connection—helping patients and families navigate serious illness with clarity and support. The Advance Care Planning Certificate Program equips healthcare professionals to guide these meaningful conversations with confidence and compassion. Learn more at ACPCertificate.org ... See MoreSee Less
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