Seeing the needs of Hawaii’s homeless population right before us pushes us toward advocacy and has played a key role in the success of IHS services since our first storefront in 1978. The recent legislative session was exciting as there was a strong emphasis at...
The angel number 101 signifies your spiritual awakening. It represents hard work, optimism, hope, and bravery. Roberta DuTeil, or as we know her best ‘Tutu Bert,’ turns 101 years young today, January 10th, 2023! An incredible milestone for an incredible person and family...
As the holiday season gives way to the return of routine in the New Year, we can’t help but reflect on the incredible kindness and generosity that were felt throughout our shelters at the end of the year. This year's Christmas experience was about sharing and...
Education is a protected right, but a little more complicated to ensure for those experiencing unstable housing. The McKinney-Vento Act (MVA) reinforces a child's right to enroll while their records paperwork is pending, receive comparable services to their peers and transportation to/from school, and more! MVA...
A friendly, consistent face. Weathered by lived experience with eyes that express respect and compassion. No matter what’s happening at home, or with family, Betty is there ready to greet you, ring up your purchase at Palama Express, and say “have a good day.” Her family’s...
Aaron said that if he wrote a book, it would likely be called “Angels are among us”. It would feature the people who helped him along his journey out of homelessness. Angels, he said, that saved him from his darkest days and helped restore his...
Their family is well known in Kahauiki Village. Chevalee and Tuvalemalii are active community volunteers and staples at the playground with their children. They’re parents to seven keiki, spanning from the age of three to 18 years old. Chevalee has come a long way since her...
The keiki at Kahauiki Village call him “Grandpa” and give him fist bumps when he walks by. Each one brings a smile to his face. When he’s not tending to the gardens in the village, he spends time with the children, teaching them multiple languages...
Assisted Community Treatment (ACT) allows a judge to require a mentally ill person who continues to refuse help to undergo outpatient mental health treatment. An ACT petition is made for chronically homeless individuals who are found to be dangerous to themselves or others and/or suffering...
The entry-level, or “lowest barrier” shelter is an emergency shelter. Low barrier refers to the minimal restrictions on who can be served by a program. Shelter facilities are meant to support those who are in immediate need or in crisis. At all of our shelters,...
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