Calvin Hara, Volunteer Community Educator | Oct 29, 2023 | Living Life, Nov - Dec 2023
Aloha! When we hear the words “kūpuna care,” it can bring forth many thoughts, perhaps of taking care of a parent, grandparent, neighbor or friend. For me, “kūpuna care” has also meant a career of three decades working in senior care communities in California and Hawai‘i. As a licensed administrator, I’ve been there in the continuum of care: independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. I strived, with other staff members, to provide the highest quality of care and services.
Ku‘unani DeMonte, Caregiver’s Heart Hawaii | Aug 4, 2020 | August - September 2020, Giving Care
Deciding when is the right time to find senior care for your kupuna can be an intimidating task. You want to provide the best care possible for them, but how do you know if it’s the right time; where do you start? First, understand and identify the level of care your senior needs to conduct day-to-day activities and care for themselves.
Generations Magazine Staff | Aug 1, 2015 | Articles, August - September 2015, Cover Story
Introducing the Executive Office on Aging
Generations Magazine Staff | Dec 1, 2012 | Articles, December - January 2013, Programs & Services
AARP Hawai’i’s Top Legislative Priority in 2013 In a state with a high cost of living — where one in five residents will be 65 or older by 2032 — island residents are worried about paying for long-term care. In Hawai‘i, costs range from $17,500 for one year of adult...
Aimee Harris | Dec 1, 2011 | Articles, Cover Story, December - January 2012
“We need to face our challenges together, and build a Hawai‘i for all ages.” As Neil Abercrombie marched into the governorship of Hawai‘i, he carried with him a manifesto — A New Day In Hawai‘i. One of the plan’s key points was to enhance the quality of life for older...