The Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association distributed checks to Oahu charities selected as Charity Walk 2018 recipients. The event was held last night at Eating House 1849 Waikiki. Our Executive Director, Roxanne Bolden (pictured at left with her son, RayGil) gratefully received our check on … [Read more...]
Assistive Technology Training Shares Power of Independence
September 12, 2018
Four of our IL Specialists were enlightened at a valuable workshop yesterday and were presented with an exciting variety of assistive technology (AT) devices and services. Presenters discussed and demonstrated AT tools and strategies for the workplace, academic environment, and home. Participants … [Read more...]
Dining with Dogs
September 11, 2018
Hawaii Fi-Do Service Dogs will once again be holding their annual “Dining With Dogs” fundraising dinner and auction, on Saturday, October 6, 2018. This year's event will be held at the beautiful Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko Olina. For more information or to register online please … [Read more...]
White Cane Day Coming Soon to Maui
September 10, 2018
Please join us as we celebrate White Cane Day on Maui on October 15, 2018. This will be an exciting event for our community and we look forward to seeing you there! Contact Kathleen Kenney for more information at (808) 866-4690 or [email protected]. … [Read more...]
Lahaina Strong
September 7, 2018
Just one week after the devastating Lahaina brushfire, residents, businesses, and strangers alike, rallied together in support and unity for the families who lost their homes. Two key sites were started on Facebook: the Lahaina Strong Fundraiser by Jordan Ruidas of Lahaina, which is raising money … [Read more...]
Now Hiring on Three Islands!
September 6, 2018
Are you looking for a meaningful part-time position serving people with disabilities in your own community? Are you a self-motivated, independent "go-getter" who enjoys working with people? This may be the job for you! We are now hiring on the islands of Kauai, Maui, and Oahu … [Read more...]
Volunteer and Engagement Fair Held at UH
September 6, 2018
The Office of Civic and Community Engagement at the University of Hawaii @ Mānoa held their annual Fall Volunteer and Engagement Fair yesterday at the UH Campus Center courtyard. Over 30 community organizations, including AILH, provided students, faculty, and staff the opportunity to learn about … [Read more...]
What’s In Your Food?
September 5, 2018
Dr. Karen Robbins, Registered Dietitian and Professor at the University of Hawaii Maui College, was a guest speaker at a recent Maui Peer Support Group meeting. She showed the group what 5 lbs. of fat looked like and also the amount of sugar in a 44 oz. can of soda. She facilitated a fun game for … [Read more...]
Big Island Charity Walk Distributes Checks to Non-Profits
September 4, 2018
The Hawaii Island Chapter of the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association distributed checks to local non-profit organizations from monies raised from this year's Charity Walk. IL Program Director, Sam Nagasawa was on hand to receive our check at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa on August … [Read more...]
Dining for a Difference
August 31, 2018
Please support our sister agency, Hawaii Fi-Do by dining for a difference at this fun (and yummy) fundraiser! … [Read more...]
