NEWS ALERT: SAVE the DATE for Stars of Advocacy Gala — Nov. 5th — Sponsorships and tickets available now. Get tickets, sponsorship, and more information HERE.
NEWS ALERT: Annual General Meeting 2026: Advancing Chronic Care Through Leadership and Collaboration. MEmbers are invited to join us for a day of insight, strategy, and collective impact — October 7th! More information HERE.
Planning
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Future of Health
The California Chronic Care Coalition (CCCC) is a unique alliance of more than 30 leading consumer health organizations and provider groups. Follow us this year, to learn more about our 20th anniversary celebrations!
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the California Chronic Care Coalition (CCCC) — two decades of advocating for Californians living with chronic and rare conditions.
Through educational platforms like blogs, webinars, social media campaigns, and community events, we’ve created spaces for learning, connection, and empowerment. Behind the scenes, our policy work has driven real change — improving access, equity, and outcomes for those who need it most.
The CCCC has amplified the voices of people living with chronic disease—turning lived experience into meaningful healthcare change.
From informative webinars to powerful policy advocacy, your support has helped us educate communities and influence decisions that improve lives across California.
A healthcare system works best when it listens to patients. For 20 years, CCCC has amplified the voices of Californians facing chronic and rare diseases, helping shape policies that improve access, affordability, and quality of care.
Thank you to our members, patients, caregivers, advocates, healthcare professionals, and policymakers who have helped us improve healthcare for Californians with chronic and rare diseases.
Together, we can build the next 20 years of progress.
VOICES OF ADVOCACY RAISED IN
Common Cause
For 20 years the California Chronic Care Coalition (CCCC) has raised the voices of advocacy, speaking out to improve healthcare for Californians with chronic and rare diseases. We invite you to speak out about your or a loved one’s health or experience with the healthcare delivery system. You can do that on our website or by visiting MyPatientRights.org.
Don’t forget to join our mailing list to learn when a call to a legislator would help or when there is a new blog post to read. Non-profit (501 (c) 3) health advocacy organizations and provider associations can join the CCCC. For more information about joining our growing list of members, please contact us. Help us guide improvements and positive change in the healthcare delivery system.
Speak out and get involved. Be the Advocate!
Change Begins With You
Take the Next Step in Advocacy
Add your voice, connect with others, and take action to shape a better healthcare system for all Californians.
Share Your Story
Real stories from real people can make the difference to policy makers and serve as an inspiration for others. No story is too small or unworthy.
Advocate Now
Take control of your health through advocacy. You can join us in advocating for improved health care through education, donations and speaking out about your experience.
Programs & Services
Learn about what is coming up next for CCCC and about our programs that may support you, your loved ones or members. We provide health consumer education program and opportunities to advocate to improve the lives and health of those with chronic conditions.
Advocacy in Action 2026
Thanks to everyone who participated in Advocacy in Action 2026. You made it a successful day. We visited 37 legislative offices! Watch this highlight video Click below to see how we’re making a difference—together!
STORIES OF
HEALTH JOURNEYS
Authentic and uplifting, these personal stories inspire understanding, remind us of the strength we all carry and stir us to make things better for those suffering.
OUR REPORTS
Standing Up for Your Rights Creates Results
In this research study, CCCC found that the California Department of Managed Health Care reversed or overturned more than 60 percent of health plan decisions as part of the Independent Medical Review process in 2017. Download the IMR Report to learn more about these findings.
Two Decades of Collaborative Achievement
EXPERIENCE
YEARS
The Latest
Blogs
See all the latest news from our industry and from our social media outlets.
Heart Health Matters: Staying Strong and Informed
Heart disease doesn’t discriminate. It affects people of different ages, genders, and backgrounds, though certain factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity and diabetes raise your risk. In the U.S., someone dies from heart disease every 34 seconds
Protecting Patient Care: Understanding Medi-Cal Budget Cuts
The “Protecting Patient Care! Understanding the Effects of Medi-Cal Budget Cuts” webinar provided a timely overview of how budget reductions could impact Medi-Cal beneficiaries across the state and what can be done to safeguard essential healthcare access.
Major Changes to Medi-Cal Coverage & Qualifications
The California Budget Act, SB 101, and AB 102 were passed by the Legislature and signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. The state budget package also includes trailer bills. Trailer bills generally make changes to state law related to the Budget Act and, like...