Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Arkansas (HPCAA) promotes quality end-of-life care and serves its members in their public service goals. HPCAA serves the following purposes in meeting our larger mission:

• To be a common voice for HPCAA members in issues surrounding end-of-life care.
• To be a catalyst for improving end-of-life care in Arkansas.
• To represent its members on hospice and end-of-life care matters in state and federal policy-making.
• To be a focal point in Arkansas for communications with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
• To provide educational opportunities for its members and the community on end-of-life care issues.
• To promote hospice care in Arkansas.
• To encourage recognition of hospice volunteers throughout Arkansas.
• To serve as a communication conduit among HPCAA members.
• To promote high standards for hospice care in Arkansas.
• To uphold the highest ethical standards among its members.