Mahlon Moore | Aug 2, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Issue
Ukulele master and recording artist Roy Sakuma
Katherine Kama‘ema‘e Smith | Jul 28, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Cover Story, Living Life
by Katherine Kama‘ema‘e Smith Cover & feature photography by Brian Suda It is said, “love conquers all.” And the riveting story of Roy Sakuma’s life and his outreach to at-risk youth proves that the lasting power of love can heal hearts and change minds. We...
Scott Spallina, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney | Jul 26, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Wisdoms
By Scott Spallina, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney In the last two issues of the magazine, I shared the lessons about elder abuse that I learned from the experiences of my mother-in-law, “Mary.” As I have mentioned before, tragedies are the fuel for many a con and...
Stephen B. Yim, Attorney at Law | Jul 26, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Wisdoms
By Stephen B. Yim, Attorney at Law I often stare, somewhat embarrassed, at my creation of legal documents on behalf of my clients — especially after I explain my role — to clearly speak clients’ intentions at a time when they can no longer speak. Inevitably, the black...
Scott A. Makuakane, Counselor at Law, Est8Planning Counsel LLLC | Jul 25, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Wisdoms
by Scott A. Makuakane, Counselor at Law, Est8Planning Counsel LLLC Ingredients 1 part No estate plan established 1 part No family discussion Directions Mix vigorously, bringing it to a boil. Add unexpected ingredients to totally complicate things… Serves an...
Michael W. K. Yee, Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner | Jul 25, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Wisdoms
By Michael W. K. Yee, Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner Saving for — and even thinking about retirement can be overwhelming. While it’s natural to worry about your financial future, be careful not to let preconceived notions prevent you from actively...
Daniel Bonilla, MedData | Jul 24, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Programs & Services
By Daniel Bonilla, MedData Community Medicaid Long-Term Care Coordinator The decision to move into a long-term care facility can be a difficult one, especially when it comes to finances. In Hawai‘i, a long-term care facility can cost anywhere from $8,000 to $12,000 a...
Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Jul 24, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Programs & Services
by Jane Yamamoto-Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i Enjoying a comfortable retirement is every-one’s dream. For over 80 years, Social Security (SS) has been helping people realize those dreams, assisting them through life’s journey with a...
Dan Ihara (RA), Coldwell Banker, Senior Real Estate Specialist | Jul 24, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Giving Care
By Dan Ihara, RA, CAPS, CLHMS, Senior Real Estate Specialist, RS-65892 As we all age and watch those around us get older, concerns about the safety of our loved ones may increase. Whether it is memory loss, falls, a decrease in appetite and hygiene, or the absence of...
Eileen Phillips, RN, Attention Plus Care | Jul 24, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Giving Care
By Eileen Phillips, RN, Attention Plus Care Life is full of choices as a consumer. We try to make informed choices but sometimes getting there takes a bit of experience and know-how. Online product or service reviews are helpful at times but can mean different things...
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Jul 24, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Health
By Julie Moon, Physical Therapist Back surgery is a serious procedure and often requires significant recovery time. Exercise is a critical part of healing, although during the post-operative stages, patients must be careful to avoid undue stress on the surgical site...
James Carter | Jul 24, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Health
By James Carter, L.Ac An estimated 30 million people in America have type 2 diabetes and that number is increasing each year. Although type 2 diabetes affects many different systems and functions of the body, the most commonly known effect is its disruption of the...
Christopher Duque, Online Security Advisor | Jul 23, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Living Life
by Christopher Duque, Cybercrime Investigator. DPA Computer users can get “victimized” online simply because they don’t spend enough time keeping their devices up to speed. Hackers are able to compromise our devices daily if we don’t update the software on our...
Margaret A. Perkinson, PhD, University of Hawaii at Mānoa | Jul 23, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Editorial
by Margaret A. Perkinson, PhD, Center on Aging Director, UH-Mānoa Aging brings its own set of commonly experienced adversities: changes in health, declining ability to conduct everyday tasks, possible relocation to residential care, and illnesses and deaths of beloved...
Pastor Russell Higa | Jul 23, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Editorial
by Pastor Russ Higa Judy and I were married way back in 1979. She was just 26 and I was 25. While we were dating, I had her on a pedestal. She was my princess and I would buy her gifts and treat her as the most special woman in my life. Soon after we got married, we...
Justin Wong, President of Hawaii Alliance for Retired Americans | Jul 23, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Editorial
by Hawaii Alliance for Retired Americans and Kokua Council Beginning in 2008, the Hawaii Alliance for Retired Americans (HARA) and Kokua Council present their Shining Light Awards to individuals and organizations who have been strong advocates for seniors,...
Martha Khlopin, Radio Host of “Morning Drive With Martha" | Jul 23, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Editorial
by Martha Khlopin, Radio Host of “A Medicare Moment with Martha” The 33rd Annual Good Life Expo is returning to your favorite spot, the Blaisdell Center, for first-class entertainment and fun. A few years ago, I had the pleasure of listening to 89-year-old Tony...
Jim Cisler, Chairman of Older Americans Month Rewards & Recognition | Jul 23, 2017 | Aug-Sept 2017, Editorial
by Jim Cisler, Recognition and Awards Committee Chair On June 2, 2017, the State Executive Office on Aging Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs hosted the 54th annual Older Americans Month Awards Ceremony and Luncheon at 15 Craigside Place in Honolulu. Each year,...