In the July-August 2025 issue of GENERATIONS MAGAZINE, Brickwood Galuteria is celebrated in the cover story, “The Power of Kākou: Brickwood Galuteria’s Guiding Star”, highlighting his passion and advocacy for kūpuna, kānaka, and individuals with special needs. AARP Hawaiʻi’s “Social Security in Flux” examines service challenges and looming funding concerns ahead of Social Security’s 100th anniversary. The “Walk to End Alzheimer’s” report focuses on community solidarity, early detection, and fundraising across the islands. And “Celebrating the Okinawan Culture” honors Okinawan immigrants, their vibrant traditions, and the upcoming 43rd Okinawan Festival—all beautifully complemented by a cherished family kobumaki recipe.

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“The Power of Kākou” highlights Brickwood Galuteriaʻs lifelong commitment to empowering Hawaii’s kūpuna and community. Inspired by witnessing his aunt’s struggles with scams, he launched Kūpuna Power and a TV program offering seniors vital resources—identity theft protection, health screenings, and civic engagement. Relaunched amid the pandemic, it now educates on voting by mail and healthcare, amplifying kūpuna voices statewide. Galuteriaʻs message centers on collective action—kākou—to strengthen dignity, independence, and community resilience.

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AARP Hawaiʻi State Director Kealii Lopez highlights Social Security’s 90th anniversary and looming 2035 funding shortfall—when reserves could drop by about 20%. Lopez calls for Congress to act swiftly on revenue reforms and benefit adjustments, while also improving SSA’s strained customer services. It warns of scam risks amid confusion and advises vigilance.

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Hawaiʻi First Lady Dawn Amano‑Ige reflects on caregiving for her mother with Alzheimer’s and her role as statewide honorary chair for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s across all islands. The event unites families, builds awareness, and provides much‑needed support. Amano‑Ige emphasizes the importance of community, compassion, and communication—using fundraising and shared stories to bring hope and resources to caregivers statewide.

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Hawaiʻi’s Okinawan community marks 125 years since the first Okinawan immigrants arrived in 1900, spanning a resilient journey from challenging plantation life to a vibrant cultural legacy. The Hawai‘i United Okinawa Association is honoring this milestone with year‑long events—including the 43rd Okinawan Festival on August 30–31—featuring music, dance, martial arts, crafts, and traditions that celebrate enduring ancestral bonds.

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Parents are encouraged to create a trust to safeguard a child’s inheritance. Since minors can’t legally own assets, naming a child as a life insurance beneficiary may require court approval for asset management. A trust avoids this by appointing a trustee to oversee the funds responsibly. Known as a sub-trust, it can protect assets through three key life phases—childhood, young adulthood, and lifelong—shielding them from misuse, legal claims, and future financial threats.

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