The island of Maui met and exceeded their goal of raising $1 million dollars for the Maui Visitor Industry Charity Walk. Checks to all the local charities who participated in this year's event were awarded at a breakfast on Wednesday. AILH was among the grateful recipients. Mahalo, to the wonderful … [Read more...]
Happy Anniversary, Thomas!
August 11, 2017
Oahu IL Specialist, Thomas Lum, celebrates seven-years of service with AILH this month. Thomas is the longest serving member of our staff and we are grateful for his dedication to his consumers on the island Oahu. Mahalo, Thomas - here's to many more years of partnering together! … [Read more...]
Employment Opportunity on Kauai
August 9, 2017
Now Hiring: Independent Living Specialist Part-time Independent Living Specialist position available on the island of Kauai. Responsible for information & referral, peer counseling, independent living skills training, advocacy, transition, and coordination with community service … [Read more...]
Employment Opportunity on Maui
August 3, 2017
Now Hiring: Workplace Assistant Part-time position available on Maui (tentative hours: Monday-Friday 12:00-4:00 p.m.). Responsible for assisting Advocacy Coordinator with general clerical functions, transcription of verbal information into written correspondence, maintenance of … [Read more...]
Maui Peer Support Group Meets Again
July 29, 2017
Our Maui Peer Support Group recently met again and reviewed the importance of being prepared for a natural disaster. They also had an in-depth discussion on the potential effects of nuclear warfare. It was a meaningful time spent together as the group also planned future topics and activities for … [Read more...]
Lupe Kaawaloa Back in Hilo
July 28, 2017
Aloha Independent Living Hawaii (AILH) has and always will have a special place in my heart. For the past two months, I’ve had the pleasure of working with the staff and consumers of the Hilo office, again. There is never a dull moment in the Hilo office. Being a part of the AILH team, even for a … [Read more...]
AARP Presentation on Maui
July 20, 2017
Maui IL Specialists, Kathleen Kenney and Lani Cabanilla were recently invited to the Kula Community Center to share with AARP members about the programs and services of AILH. We were grateful for the opportunity to spend the day with this lovely group of kupuna. … [Read more...]
Happy Anniversary, Karin!
July 19, 2017
Big Island IL Specialist, Karin Riedel, celebrated two-years of service with AILH this month. Karin has helped us bring a valuable emergency preparedness training to all islands and we are grateful for her enthusiasm and compassion she shares with her consumers. Mahalo, Karin - wishing … [Read more...]
Liv! Zentangles Keeps on Sewing
July 15, 2017
Oahu Support Group, Liv! Zentangles continues to expand their crafting and sewing répertoire with new items every month. Some of the group's recent projects were happi coats, fish pouches and fabric bags. For more information about this exciting group of crafters, please contact Thomas … [Read more...]
Kalama Heights Health Fair Held on Maui
July 14, 2017
Maui IL Specialists, Lani Cabanilla and Kathleen Kenney represented AILH at the Senior Health Fair held at Kihei Senior Living at Kalama Heights. The ladies were able to share about our programs and services with potential consumers at this beautiful senior living community. … [Read more...]
