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  • Lanakila Serves as Model Senior Center

    In the former location of taro patches and rice paddies, Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center (LMPSC) managed by Catholic Charities Hawai‘i, nestled in Liliha in the heart of Honolulu, offers camaraderie, education, recreation, exercise, health promotion, volunteer opportunities and more for kūpuna 60 years of age and older from diverse ethnic, cultural and career backgrounds.

    LMPSC, the oldest and largest senior center in Hawai‘i, was created by the state in 1969 as part of Hawai‘i’s comprehensive response to the passage of the Older Americans Act of the 1960s. Devoted elected officials and other community leaders supported and funded this much-used gathering place.

    There is no membership fee. Those who are able to participate safely on their own without supervision are welcome to visit and observe the activities of the senior center twice. If they feel comfortable, make an appointment with the LMPSC’s membership specialist (see below).

    Currently, there are about 2,000 members participating in over 50 classes a week, including pickleball, ping pong, yoga, cultural dances, ‘ukulele and guitar, language and calligraphy classes, technology training, arts and crafts, line dancing, stretching and toning, tai chi, fitness fusion, American Sign Language, board games, singing and performing arts, and much more.

    LMPSC members attend hundreds of educational presentations and workshops, excursions, and social and volunteer activities throughout the year. LMPSC has demonstrated for over five decades the importance of social engagement, sharing talents and knowledge for the betterment of the community, recreation and lifelong learning opportunities to keep older adults happy, healthy, and living independent and productive lives.

    CCH CEO Rob Van Tassell emphasized that “the annual cost of two nursing home patients equates to the operating costs associated with this senior center. Public and private sector support for senior centers throughout Hawai‘i would be a very good investment for the state.”

    Long-time Lanakila member Mary Sueda was touched every day by the caring and kindness that members and staff shared with one another. She is happy that her mom was able to enjoy such wonderful times with friends at Lanakila, too.

    Sen. Carol Fukunaga believes that the center “can serve as a role model that can be incorporated into future community developments and redevelopments, because it encourages healthy aging and effectively keeps our kūpuna active and independent!”

    LANAKILA SENIOR CENTER managed by CATHOLIC CHARITIES HAWAI‘I (501(c) 3 nonprofit)
    1640 Lanakila Ave., Honolulu, HI 96817
    Membership Specialist Iris Hiramoto: 808-847-1322
    suzanne.oakland@catholiccharitieshawaii.org
    catholiccharitieshawaii.org
    Check online for Catholic Charities Hawaii offices on the Neighbor Islands: Hawai‘i Island, Maui and Kaua‘i.

    In the former location of taro patches and rice paddies, Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center (LMPSC) managed by Catholic Charities Hawai‘i, nestled in Liliha in the heart of Honolulu, offers camaraderie, education, recreation, exercise, health promotion, volunteer opportunities and more for kūpuna 60 years of age and older from diverse ethnic, cultural and career backgrounds. LMPSC,…

  • Helping Hawai’i Seniors Fight Hunger

    Photo of staff of Lanakila Meals on WheelsLanakila Meals on Wheels, a program of Lanakila Pacific, works with registered dietitians and chefs to ensure their healthy and delicious meals meet or exceed USDA nutrition guidelines while addressing the age-related dietary needs of seniors. Whether you are utilizing supplemental funding with SNAP benefits, a subsidy from one of the state’s federally funded programs or private funds, we can assist in applying for our island-wide O‘ahu meal service.

    In addition to nutritious home-delivered meals, Lanakila Meals on Wheels offers other services that help kūpuna live independently and with dignity.

    SOCIAL AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS — Our Kupuna Wellness Centers help active seniors, ages 60+, maintain a healthy mind, body and spirit. Creative projects like crafts and cooking, fitness exercises and community outings help these

    kūpuna live an active and social lifestyle. Best of all, a hot meal is served and services are free.

    WELLNESS CHECKS — Along with a meal, a dedicated team of delivery volunteers provide a friendly visit and wellness check for seniors. They are trained to identify changes in behavior and areas that may need attention so we can help.

    EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS — Our islands are susceptible to hurricanes, tsunamis and other natural disasters. To ensure kūpuna have access to food until meals can be safely delivered, Lanakila Meals on Wheels provides an emergency food care package for its seniors twice a year.

    SENIOR ADVOCACY — One in six seniors face hunger each day. To raise awareness about their plight and galvanize support for Hawai‘i’s kūpuna, Lanakila Meals on Wheels rallies with hundreds of kūpuna and community supporters at the Hawai‘i State Capitol in March in support of March for Meals, an annual nationwide event.

    If you are interested in our home-delivery meal service, Kupuna Wellness Centers, volunteering or March for Meals, please call, email or visit us on the web.

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    LANAKILA MEALS ON WHEELS

    808-356-8519  |  mow@lanakilapacific.org
    www.lanakilapacific.org/senior-services/meals-on-wheels/

    Lanakila Meals on Wheels, a program of Lanakila Pacific, works with registered dietitians and chefs to ensure their healthy and delicious meals meet or exceed USDA nutrition guidelines while addressing the age-related dietary needs of seniors.

  • Lanakila: March For Meals Campaign

    Lanakila March for Meals - Generations Magazine - February - March 2012On March 1, 2012, hundreds of concerned citizens will join Lanakila Meals on Wheels in the March for Meals to raise awareness of the need to fund the Kupuna Care Program and combat senior hunger. Marchers from around the island, including seniors, elected officials, and Kupuna Care service participants, will gather at the State Capitol Rotunda at 10 a.m.

    March for Meals is an annual national campaign, held in March of every year, and designed to increase public awareness for local senior nutrition programs. The campaign takes place in the month of March because it was during this month that the law was enacted that included Senior Nutrition Programs in the Older Americans Act.

    Kupuna Care is a state-funded, county administered program that provides basic services to frail older adults who can’t live at home without assistance. Services include home-delivered meals, personal care, help with chores and transportation assistance. These services provide an important safety net that can help low and middle-income adults avoid going into poverty and being forced into more costly care settings.

    The public is encouraged to attend. For information, please visit lanakilapacific.org or call 531-0555.

    On March 1, 2012, hundreds of concerned citizens will join Lanakila Meals on Wheels in the March for Meals to raise awareness of the need to fund the Kupuna Care Program and combat senior hunger. Marchers from around the island, including seniors, elected officials, and Kupuna Care service participants, will gather at the State Capitol…