The staff at Ho`opono wanted to share a video that they created to help spread the message of being safe and healthy. Enjoy the video below, and be sure to share it with your friends and loved ones to remind them to stay safe during this pandemic. https://youtu.be/WN9uW4buahc … [Read more...]
Congratulations on 10 years, Tom!
August 24, 2020
We proudly congratulate Thomas Lum on reaching his 10th year of employment with AILH. Tom was first hired in 2010 and has been providing IL service to Oahu's rural community. A big mahalo Tom for your many years of service to Oahu's disability community. We look forward to many more years with … [Read more...]
Offices Closed in Observance of Statehood Day
August 21, 2020
All AILH offices will be closed today in observance of Statehood Day. We will return to normal business hours on Monday, August 23rd. Enjoy the long weekend and continue to practice safe social distancing. … [Read more...]
SURVEY: Pregnancy Questionnaire for Women who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
August 20, 2020
We want to learn how we can make health care better for Deaf and Hard of Hearing women. If you’re a Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH) woman who has given birth in the last 10 years, please take our survey! https://sardiprogram.com/DeafPregnancyOutcomes/ See attached PDF for more … [Read more...]
Struggle to Victory: Women’s Long Battle for the Vote and How It Reshaped Democracy
August 19, 2020
Thursday, August 27, 2020, 1:30 pm Hawai‘i Standard Time Register Here The women’s suffrage movement achieved the largest extension of voting rights in American history. Founded by abolitionists, the struggle took shape over 70 years, pioneering tactics that still define public protest, from … [Read more...]
Welcome to our Team!
August 18, 2020
AILH is proud to welcome aboard our newest hires: Bea Sextimo, our Hilo Van Drive; Nicole Flowers, our Technical Trainer and Frank Blas, our Oahu IL Specialist. We are excited for their positive energy and expertise to further add to our pool of talented employees. You can learn more … [Read more...]
Maui Low Vision/Blindness Demo Library
August 17, 2020
AILH had the opportunity to increase our library of products for low vision and blindness. A variety of products for magnification, lighting, glare, labeling, writing, identifying and mobility are now available for demonstration on Maui. It is so important to be able to try different items to figure … [Read more...]
Mental Health America Presents: Self-Care for Youth Event
August 14, 2020
The consequences of stress can impact how we learn, go about our daily lives, and relationships with our loved ones. It is especially important for youth to learn how to incorporate self-care in their daily routines. This presentation was designed to teach youth easy tools to help them feel … [Read more...]
PACIFIC HEARTBEAT SUMMER FILM FEST BRINGS THE PACIFIC ISLANDS HOME
August 13, 2020
(Honolulu) - Pacific Islanders in Communications (PIC) announced today a line-up of films for their Pacific Heartbeat Summer Film Fest. Four unique titles from PIC’s catalogue will be posted to YouTube with universal access—on four consecutive Wednesdays beginning August 19th. The … [Read more...]
Hawai’i International Forgiveness Day
August 12, 2020
Hawai'i International Forgiveness Day Annual Community and Family Festival Sunday, August 16, 2020 2:00 - 3:30 pm HST Complimentary Video Zoom "Forgiveness: The Greatest Healer of All" The Hawai'i Forgiveness Project presents Hawai'i International Forgiveness Day 2020, a free public … [Read more...]
