The Big Island Mixed Adult Support Group recently welcomed Debbie Weeks, Hawai'i County Director of Red Cross Disaster Services, for a presentation on emergency preparedness. After the false missile alert in the beginning of this year, the group appreciated Debbie's insight of best practices to stay … [Read more...]
Hokule`a Encounter Inspires Group
May 4, 2018
Big Island Consumer, Kauila Haumea had the honor of meeting some of the crew of the Hokule`a at the Imiloa Astronomy Center. As an added bonus, his raffle ticket won him a video, hat, and T-shirt. He shared his experience with the Big Island AILH Mixed Adult Support Group and members decided to … [Read more...]
Celebrating Older Americans Month
May 3, 2018
Every May, our nation observes Older Americans Month. In proclaiming May Older Americans Month , President Donald J. Trump stated: "During Older Americans Month, we recognize and celebrate those Americans who have spent decades providing for the next generation and building the greatness of our … [Read more...]
Maui Vision Impairment and Blindness Education and Peer Support Group
April 28, 2018
It sure was a full agenda at the Maui Vision Impairment and Blindness Education and Peer Support Group meeting on April 25th. To begin the meeting, group members made generous donations in support of the AILH Maui team who will be participating in the Charity Walk on May 12th. The group then … [Read more...]
Tomorrow is National #TakeBackDay
April 28, 2018
April 28 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. Unfortunately, prescription drugs can be just as dangerous as street drugs when taken without a prescription or a doctor’s supervision. National Prescription Drug Take … [Read more...]
Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
April 27, 2018
Warmest Mahalo to AILH's Awesome Administrative Professional Staff! … [Read more...]
1st Annual Molokai Keiki Fest
April 26, 2018
The 1st Annual Keiki Fest was held on Molokai at the Mitchell Pauole Community Center on April 21, 2018. Hosted by the Molokai Community Action Team, the Keiki Fest was created to promote ohana well-being. The Community Action Teams (CAT) were organized in 2011 with one mission in mind: to provide … [Read more...]
Maui Peer Support Group
April 25, 2018
Our Maui Peer Support Group gathered yesterday for their monthly meeting and also received food distribution from the Maui Food Bank. The group discussed their plans and preparations for the upcoming Charity Walk event on Saturday, May 12. This group meets on the 4th Monday of every month at 11:00 … [Read more...]
Reading with Ease Again
April 20, 2018
Consumer Anthony Byrd, happily received a brand new full page magnifier from Oahu IL Specialist, Thomas Lum. Anthony previously struggled to read using a small magnifying glass and is now thrilled at the ease of reading with this simple low tech solution. … [Read more...]
