Maui Peer Support Group members gathered yesterday to learn how to malama a potted garden. Victor, Vivian and Oliver started their gardens by preparing the soil and planting their seeds. The group agreed to share the progress of their growing plants by sharing monthly pictures with each … [Read more...]
Oahu Visitor Industry Charity Walk
May 23, 2017
Thousands gathered at Ala Moana Beach Park on Saturday, May 20 to participate in Oahu's Visitor Industry Charity Walk. Ono food, festive entertainment, and the spirit of aloha was enjoyed by Executive Director, Roxanne Bolden, along with several members of her family. It was a beautiful … [Read more...]
Big Island Visitor Industry Charity Walk
May 16, 2017
The Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association hosted their annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk on the Big Island on May 13 and once again our staff and consumers were on hand in Waikoloa to represent AILH. All walkers enjoyed food and beverages provided by Hawaii hotels and allied organizations at … [Read more...]
East Maui Taro Festival
May 5, 2017
East Maui held their annual Taro Festival on Saturday, April 29 and IL Specialists, Lani Cabanilla and Kathleen Kenney were on hand to share about AILH. The heavy rain showers and chilly breeze blowing throughout the day did not keep the folks in Hana away. Lani and Kathleen represented AILH under … [Read more...]
Sharing Aloha on Molokai
May 2, 2017
Molokai IL Specialist, JulieAnn Agliam, along with the support of Executive Director, Roxanne Bolden, gave a presentation at Home Pumehana in Kaunakakai. Participants were eager to learn more about AILH's programs and services. It was a beautiful day to share about our agency and we look … [Read more...]
Maui’s Vision Impairment & Blindness Support Group
April 29, 2017
Maui's Vision Impairment and Blindness Education Support Group gathered this week in Kahului for their monthly meeting. A robust group of 12 discussed ways to identify and label money and various other items. Participants experimented with bump dots, bold line pens, and free smartphone apps. One … [Read more...]
Hilo Women’s Support Group Celebrate Easter
April 19, 2017
The Hilo Women's Support Group, with the kokua of Alisa Mitchner, County of Hawaii P&R ADA Coordinator, participated in an Easter event on April 7. Alisa facilitated an activity where the participants listened to various sounds and then shared about memories that those sounds … [Read more...]
Mobility and Independence
April 11, 2017
In collaboration with Ke Ola Hou O'Lanai, AILH IL Specialist, Lani Cabanilla was able to assist Gary Ohashi with receiving his very own scooter. This new mode of transportation will give Gary additional freedom and independence within his island community on Lanai. Mahalo to Valerie … [Read more...]
Maui Peer Support Group
March 30, 2017
AILH Maui's Peer Support Group meets every 4th Monday of the month in Kahului. This month's topic was dealing with loneliness and potting veggies. Meeting topics are selected by the group with the focus being on building relationships and supporting one another. For more information please … [Read more...]
