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...]
Durable Medical Equipment Heading to Hilo
January 15, 2021
AILH thanks the many donors in 2020 for all these useful medical equipment that will be given to our consumers in need. The Oahu office shipped 5 wheelchairs, 13 walkers, and various crutches and canes to our Hilo office. Contact our office at 339-7297, if you live on the Big Island and need these … [Read more...]
NCIL Announces the Relaunch of the Veterans Subcommittee
January 13, 2021
The NCIL Veterans Subcommittee was established with the recognition that disabled veterans and/or their families need access to community based independent living services, whether they are returning to civilian life or continuing their military careers. After a recent hiatus, NCIL is excited to … [Read more...]
NDQ Mario Kart-A-THON
January 12, 2021
Take a trip down Mario Kart Lane, where your participant will have the unique privilege of seeing Mario Kartʻs evolution on Nintendoʻs 4 different consoles. To include Super Nintendo, Nintendo 64, Nintendo Wii, and Nintendo Switch (Mario Kart Live - we will design our own course) Event: … [Read more...]
