A trauma-sensitive transitional shelter for individuals on their healing journey to permanent housing
Welcome to a new kind of healing community for people who have experienced trauma associated with homelessness. Kumu Ola Hou is a recovery-oriented transitional shelter “where life is your teacher” and you can rebuild your life in a safe and environment. Here we combine architectural design, neuroscience and cultural wisdom to space for personal freedom that supports personalized learning and with growing independence on the journey to stable housing.
For more information on services available, check out this flyer.
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES AVAILABLE
CASE MANAGEMENT
- State IDs, birth certificates,
and essential documents - Recovery resources +
Behavioral Health referrals - Subside and health insurance
application assistance
LIFE SKILLS COACHING
- Financial literacy
- Communication skills
- Goal setting and achievement
- Healthy recreational activities
- Household management
EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT
(IHS’ Hele2Work Program)
- Soft – skills training
- Resume building
- Job placement
- Vocational training
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Where is this site located?
Kumu Ola Hou is located in Iwilei off of Iwilei Road.
Eligibility Requirements
- Ready to work toward your goals
- Ability to contribute to program fees within the first month of stay
- Willing to share mana’o to build sense of community
- No substance use on site
- Completion of basic health screening
- Agreement to house rules and community guidelines
- Willingness to participate in community activities
How do I refer a client? Or myself?
Believe your client matches our eligibility requirements and would benefit from being a member of Kumu Ola Hou’s community?
Fill out this form for yourself or client and an IHS staff member will reach out to discuss next steps and eligibility.
Mahalo to our Partners
Brain Health Applied Research Institute (B+HARI)
I–ON Group
City & County of Honolulu
State of Hawai‘i
Striker Construction LLC
NOHO HOME by Jalene Kanani
Bob and Linda Nichols
Want to get involved? Volunteer, donate, or more; contact us at info@ihshawaii.org.
KUMU OLA HOU
A trauma-sensitive transitional shelter for individuals on their healing journey to permanent housing
Welcome to a new kind of healing community for people who have experienced trauma associated with homelessness. Kumu Ola Hou is a recovery-oriented transitional shelter “where life is your teacher” and you can rebuild your life in a safe and environment. We combine architectural design, neuroscience and cultural wisdom to space for personal freedom that supports personalized learning and with growing independence on the journey to stable housing.
For more information on services available, check out this flyer.
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES AVAILABLE
CASE MANAGEMENT
- State IDs, birth certificates,
and essential documents - Recovery resources +
Behavioral Health referrals - Subside and health insurance
application assistance
LIFE SKILLS COACHING
- Financial literacy
- Communication skills
- Goal setting and achievement
- Healthy recreational activities
- Household management
EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT
(IHS’ Hele2Work Program)
- Soft – skills training
- Resume building
- Job placement
- Vocational training
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Where is this shelter located?
Kumu Ola Hou is located in Iwilei off of Iwilei Road.
Eligibility Requirements
- Ready to work toward your goals
- Ability to contribute to program fees within the first month of stay
- Willing to share mana’o to build sense of community
- No substance use on site
- Completion of basic health screening
- Agreement to house rules and community guidelines
- Willingness to participate in community activities
How do I refer a client? Or myself?
Believe your client matches our eligibility requirements and would benefit from being a member of Kumu Ola Hou’s community?
Fill out this form for yourself or client and an IHS staff member will reach out to discuss next steps and eligibility.
What are the expectations for those staying in this Kauhale?
- Mix of short- and long-term residents
- Experienced residents help guide newer ones
- Learn from each other and others who’ve found success
- Invitation to participate in a wide array of community activities of your choice
- Take ownership of your community and take care of space and belongings
Mahalo to our Partners
Brain Health Applied Research Institute (B+HARI)
I–ON Group
City & County of Honolulu
State of Hawai‘i
Striker Construction. LLC
NOHO HOME by Jalene Kanani
Bob and Linda Nichols