Strategies for managing anxiety, maintaining family connections. Author Bio: Anand Mehta He is the Executive Director at AMFM Mental Health Treatment Center, where he leads a team of professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care. With over 15 years … [Read more...]
Emotional Wellness and Self-Care for Suicide Prevention – Guest Post by Ed Carter
If you are having thoughts about taking your own life, it may help to know you are not alone. Millions of people struggle with their mental health and hold on every day. According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 13.2 million adults in the United States reported having suicidal … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Enhancing Mental and Physical Health for Seniors
Image: Freepik Enhancing Mental and Physical Health for Seniors As one ages, maintaining mental and physical health becomes increasingly important. Embracing a proactive approach to health can lead to a more vibrant and fulfilling life. By focusing on staying active and … [Read more...]
Disabilities and Healthcare Symposium Flyer Final Accessible December 2022
Save the date, FREE webinar! Registration is required, ASL interpreters and real-time captioning will be provided. For more information Email: [email protected] Phone: 1-808-692-1370 Register at Zoom Webinar ----------------------- Click below to view the flyer: Disabilities and … [Read more...]
Disabilities Not a Barrier to Public Office – Guest Blog Post by Ed Carter
Disabilities Not A Barrier To Public Office By Ed Carter There are more than 151,000 elected offices available in the United States at a time. While you might not be qualified for all of them, as a person with a disability, you may be able to use at least one of them to advocate for … [Read more...]
JOB POSTING: Oahu IL Specialist
Independent Living Specialist: Job Description: We are now hiring on the island of Oahu for a part-time (25 hours/week) Independent Living Specialist. We are seeking a self-motivated, independent, “go-getter” with a heart for serving people with disabilities. Primary responsibilities … [Read more...]
Disability and Communication Access Board to issue new Disability Paid Parking Exemption Permit
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH DAVID Y. IGE GOVERNOR ELIZABETH A. CHAR, MD DIRECTOR FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2021 21-093 Disability and Communication Access Board to … [Read more...]
What Would You Do? – Blog Post by Karin Riedel
What Would You Do? By Karin Riedel, Hilo IL Specialist July 6, 2021 Our June InterIsland Zoom group was all about what we would do in a natural disaster and how we can best prepare. We started off with a fun, interactive after-hurricane scenario where we … [Read more...]
What does Independence Mean to You? Guest Blog Post from Soderholm Mobility
What does Independence Mean to You? By: Alan Germain, Mobility Specialist, Soderholm Mobility, Inc. June 30, 2021 Celebrating our nation’s independence day on July 4th can be a meaningful time to reflect on what independence means to us. It was Independence Day, 20 years ago that our … [Read more...]