We are the membership body for adult social care providers in Hampshire, Southampton, and Portsmouth.
Our united voice ensures social care is represented, understood, and valued.
Established over 40 years ago, Hampshire Care Association (HCA) is a not-for-profit membership organisation serving hundreds of members across Hampshire, Southampton, and Portsmouth.
We represent CQC registered care providers delivering residential, nursing, learning disability, mental health, supported living, and home care services to vulnerable adults across our region.
What do we do?

1. Consultancy: ensuring adult social care has a voice in every planning conversation.
We provide consultancy to the wider health and care sector to ensure adult social care is fully understood, considered, and embedded in system planning and decision-making.
Strategic priorities:
1) Influence local and regional health system strategies through direct input and advice.
2) Deliver evidence-based insights that strengthen integration between health and social care.
3) Build partnerships that promote innovation and service improvement across the sector.

2. Advocacy – the collective voice for care
We represent and champion the care sector, ensuring member priorities are heard in local, regional, and national discussions.
Strategic priorities:
1) Shape policy by engaging in consultations and working groups.
2) Provide members with regular updates on key policy changes.
3) Support members to participate in influencing work.

3. Support – practical help when it matters
We deliver responsive, high-quality support to members, enabling them to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
Strategic priorities:
1) Provide expert advice, resources, and signposting.
2) Create peer learning and networking opportunities.
3) Continuously improve our offer based on member feedback.
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Our Vision, Mission and Values
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