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The Pittsburgh Pediatric Palliative Care Coalition (PPPCC) is formed under the leadership of Meghan O’Donnell, a bereaved mom and hospice social worker.
Through the efforts of the Pittsburgh Pediatric Palliative Care Coalition, Liam’s Foundation for Pediatric Palliative Care and Helping Hands-Healing Hearts, the PA Dept of Public Welfare convenes the Pediatric Palliative and Hospice Care Task Force. One of the Task Force recommendations is to establish a statewide coalition.
Stakeholder groups from across PA combine efforts to form PPCC with Betsy Hawley named Executive Director.
PPCC hosts its first statewide conference in Harrisburg, with 150+ healthcare and pediatric palliative care professionals in attendance.
PPCC becomes a 501(c) (3) organization.
Through generous grant funding, PPCC launches a new website, toolkits, the Lightning Bug app, Firefly Chats and the Pediatric Palliative Care Webinar Series, extending its reach to a national level.
PPCC embarks on a capacity-building campaign to grow our organizational staff, financial resources and member engagement in order to provide enhanced resources and support for children, families and providers.
PPCC is not a health care provider and does not give medical advice or treatment. PPCC does not endorse or recommend any listed facilities, service providers, or support groups herein. PPCC offers the list and information as a resource only. PPCC does not pre-evaluate, or consider the Medicare/Medicaid status of the providers.
The Pediatric Palliative Care Coalition is a registered 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization. Donations are tax-deductible according to the IRS’s rules and regulations. The official registration and financial information for PPCC may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free within Pennsylvania 1-800-732-0999.
