AILH is happy to have been chosen by Hawaii Petroleum to be a recipient of their Ohana Fuels “Fuel up. Do good.” Community Giving Program. The mission of Ohana Fuels’ Giving Program is to help meet the needs of the communities we serve by supporting local nonprofit organizations that improve … [Read more...]
Advancing Reform through Working Interdisciplinary Networks of Guardianship Stakeholders (WINGS)
February 1, 2021
Advancing Guardianship Reform through Working Interdisciplinary Networks of Guardianship Stakeholders (WINGS) When: Tuesday, February 9, 2021, at 11:00-12:30 P.T./2:00-3:30 E.T. Improvements to state adult guardianship systems can include the promotion of less restrictive options, strengthening … [Read more...]
Fitness Friday
January 29, 2021
The InterIsland Zoom Support Group connected for fun, friendship, and fitness! We were fortunate to have Jared, founder and trainer at Spirit Club lead us in a 30-minute workout to get the blood flowing and muscles strengthened and stretched. Spirit Club offers accessible exercise and healthy … [Read more...]
Thankful Thursday
January 28, 2021
We recognize, value, and are thankful for our board members. AILH ED and Executive Assistant, visited our dedicated and hard-working board chair, Dara Fukuhara, to wish her well with her continued recovery. We appreciate her leadership and guidance as we continue to fulfill our mission to help … [Read more...]
Thankful Tuesday
January 26, 2021
AILH Oahu Consumer, Walter, was so happy and relieved to finally get his address changed on his driver's license. Since COVID, it has been challenging to get an appointment with the DMV for something as simple as an address change. However, after months of waiting patiently and the assistance of … [Read more...]
Grateful Monday
January 25, 2021
AILH Oahu Consumer Mary was so happy to receive her refurbished computer from our partner agency, Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii (ATRC). Mary is part of our Hui Malama Po'o Peer support group and participates in the monthly islandwide zoom peer group meetings. If you have a … [Read more...]
Kapaemahu – For your consideration
January 21, 2021
Pacific Islanders in Communication's animated short film, Kapaemahu, has qualified to be nominated for an Oscar in this year’s Academy Awards! Directed by Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu, in collaboration with her longtime filmmaking partners Dean Hamer & Joe Wilson, Kapaemahu reveals the hidden … [Read more...]
Kindness Matters
January 20, 2021
It’s been over a year since COVID-19 created a worldwide pandemic. Our lives as we know them will not be the same, no matter how much we want them to be. Everyone has been affected by the pandemic, and the disability population is no exception. Until the world can get back into somewhat normalcy, … [Read more...]
AILH Maui Welcomes New Consumer
January 19, 2021
Mahealani is looking forward to the support and events that AILH has to offer. We are so excited we have activities she is interested in and supports her independent living goals. For more information regarding AILH Maui Support Groups, contact Lani at (808) 866-3783 or Kathleen at (808) 866-4960. … [Read more...]
Offices Closed in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 18, 2021
Our offices are closed in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, January 19th. In the words of Dr. King: "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." … [Read more...]
