When our Oahu support group, Hui Malama Po`o, saw a story on KITV about a teenager in Illinois who is suffering from severe anxiety following a traumatic brain injury (TBI), they jumped into action. The group, who gather to support people with TBI and other neurotrauma injuries, got together to … [Read more...]
Make Your Voice Heard
November 18, 2016
The Hawaii State Legislature’s Public Access Room (PAR) recently joined AILH in hosting a presentation in follow-up to the Maui Disability Alliance (MDA) Legislative Forum. This session focused on how the disability community can track legislation and promote laws that favor/support people with … [Read more...]
Healing through Helping
November 15, 2016
6-months ago, Victor Lea, Jr. required the use of a wheelchair to get around. He was determined to walk again and worked tenaciously through his daily physical therapy. He still has a ways to go; however, he has found that helping others is the best motivator towards his healing. He is now … [Read more...]
Honoring Our Veterans
November 11, 2016
AILH would like to take this opportunity to offer our respect and appreciation for all the Veterans who have served and continue to serve our great nation. … [Read more...]
Hilo Office Staff Celebrations
November 10, 2016
Our Hilo office has been blessed with many wonderful staff who have dedicated their time, energy, and gifts to our agency. We are grateful for their valuable service in furthering our mission throughout the Big Island community. … [Read more...]
Maui Stand Down and Job Fair
November 8, 2016
The Maui Veteran Stand Down and Job Fair, was held at the Hawaii National Guard, Pu`unene Armory on November 3, 2016. The event was jointly sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Honolulu, the State Department of Defense, and the Maui County Office of the Mayor. The event featured … [Read more...]
Holiday Shopping on Amazon for AILH
November 8, 2016
#StartWithaSmile at smile.amazon.com/ch/26-2613218 for your holiday gifts and Amazon donates to Aloha Independent Living Hawaii. … [Read more...]
Sam Nagasawa Recognized on Hawaii County Mayor’s Committee
November 4, 2016
IL Program Director, Sam Nagasawa was recently recognized for her service on the Hawaii County Mayor’s Committee on People with Disabilities. This was the 2nd year that Sam served on this committee as she continues to represent AILH and her community with dedication … [Read more...]
Maui Economic Opportunity Hosts Senior Fair
November 3, 2016
The Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO) Senior Fair was held at the Maui War Memorial Gymnasium on Saturday, October 29, 2016. Local non-profit organizations and government agencies were there to provide a myriad of resources for Seniors on Maui. AILH Maui IL Specialists, Lani Cabanilla … [Read more...]
