Tai Chi Lessons for Caregivers
We are so happy to give family caregivers a moment to breathe, move, and heal. Through gentle tai chi, participants explored how to improve memory, reduce cognitive decline, and nurture their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Mahalo to everyone who joined us in supporting caregiver wellness! https://www.youtube.com/embed/vWGjlzqff0s
Volunteer Appreciation Day at Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center
Mahalo to our amazing volunteers! We had a blast celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Day at Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center! From laughter and smiles to heartfelt moments and fun activities, it was a day full of gratitude and joy. Your kindness and dedication make a world of difference—thank you for all you do! https://www.youtube.com/embed/EXRwJN4cXNc
Hope on the Horizon
A ʻOhana’s Fight for Stability The sun had set over Kailua Kona, and the night was warm, typical for this part of the island. Terri sat in the front seat of the family’s aging van, the windows cracked just enough to let in the cool evening breeze. It had been almost three months since she and […]
Volunteer Spotlight
Making a Difference with Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi This month, we are honored to spotlight a dedicated volunteer whose passion for helping others has made a lasting impact in our Maui community. Linda’s desire to make a difference in her community has always been strong. From the beginning, she knew she wanted to help those in […]
A Story of Hope and Recovery
The Resilience of the Akiona Ohana after the Lahaina Wildfire On August 8th, the Lahaina wildfire tore through the community, leaving nothing but devastation in its wake. For the Akiona Ohana, a family of four, it was the day that changed everything. They lost both their home and their business — the very foundation they […]
The Bridge to Re-entry: A Story of Community and Hope
At the Kauaʻi Catholic Charities office, a powerful gathering took place as people from all walks of life came together to support those re-entering society after serving time at the Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center. Employees from Target, The Clinic at Līhuʻe, the Department of Corrections, the Prosecutor’s Office, and the Hawaiʻi State Rural Health Association joined […]
Meet Baby Ruben, a Little Boy with a Big Heart
Ruben was born with severe cardiac issues, requiring three heart surgeries. His journey began in the Hale Mālama foster care program, where he found love and care with the Kaneshiro family. At first, the challenges were overwhelming. Ruben was fed through an G tube (gastrostomy tube), often connected to oxygen, and surrounded by machines that […]
Journey to U.S. Citizenship: A Story of Support and Gratitude
Araceli Melendez, a 74-year-old Filipino immigrant, spent 38 years teaching Math and English at high schools in the Philippines before moving to Hawaiʻi with her husband in 2010. After years of waiting for their green cards, they were finally able to join their ʻohana in Hawaiʻi. Since then, Araceli has worked as a cashier at […]
Blessing of the Maui Support Center
This past Friday, Catholic Charities Hawai‘i’s Maui Support Center received its blessing, with Reverend Monsignor Terrence “Terry” Watanabe leading the ceremony. Local community leaders came together to celebrate this new resource for our first responders. We understand that helping others can take a toll on your well-being. Located at St. Anthony School, the Maui Support Center […]
The Lanakila Forever Young Tappers: Dancing Through Life, Defying Age
At the Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center (LMPSC), a group of senior women is defying age through the art of tap dancing. Led by the passionate Cheryl Feagins and assisted by Naomi Ferreira, the Forever Young Tappers have been meeting for over two years, guided by the belief that “We don’t stop tap dancing because we […]
