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...]
National Survey on Health Reform and Disability
April 19, 2018
National Survey on Health Reform and Disability The NIDILRR-funded Collaborative on Health Reform and Independent Living (CHRIL) is looking for adults aged 18-62 with disabilities to complete an online survey about getting and using health insurance and health care services. Why? We want to know … [Read more...]
Seeing Clearly Now
April 10, 2018
Pamela contacted Maui IL Specialist, Kathleen Kenney, looking for resources to help her get new glasses. Due to her visual impairment, Pamela was in need of costly trifocals and she did not have insurance. Kathleen recommended that Pamela contact Lens Crafters in Kahului who then told her that she … [Read more...]
Big Island Youth Group Monthly Gathering
April 6, 2018
Our Big Island Youth and Young Adult Group recently gathered to make Mother's Day gifts in preparation for next month's special day. Participants happily put their own personal touches on their gifts for their mothers. This support group meets the first Wednesday of every month in Pahoa. Please … [Read more...]
Maui Support Group Welcomes Guest Speaker
April 5, 2018
The Maui Vision Impairment and Blindness Education and Peer Support Group recently welcomed Jean Tessmer to share with the group. Jean is an Interior Designer, with her company, Space Options, and has completed many ADA commercial and private design and renovation projects. She has won several … [Read more...]
Kaunao Senior Fair in Kihei
April 4, 2018
Our Maui team recently attended the Kaunao Senior Fair in Kihei. This community event was spearheaded by a local student at Kamehameha Schools Maui, to fulfill his Senior Project. There were about 11 other agencies present and the participants took part in sit down Zumba and were served a hearty … [Read more...]
Omnibus Includes $12 Million Increase for Independent Living
April 3, 2018
On March 23, 2018, the President signed into law the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 that the House and Senate both passed the previous day. The $1.3 trillion omnibus spending package includes a $12 million increase for the Independent Living Program! This is a huge win for the Independent … [Read more...]
