HUGS Respite Program | H U G S for Hawaii's Seriously Ill Children and Their Families
HUGS Respite Program
3636 Kilauea Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816
Registered HUGS families with a child (6 months old - 12 years old) with a life-threatening or medically complex condition may be eligible. A complete physican verification form is required for eligiblity. Application and intake assessment also required.
Monday-Friday By appointment only
Referral accepted from hospital social worker, child life specialist, or self-referral. Doctor's forms must be completed by physicians and enrollment into HUGS completed. Forms available online. Call for more information.
No fees
Oahu
(Help Understanding and Group Support Respite Program) HUGS schedules respite services for enrolled HUGS member families who meet medical eligibility requirements. Volunteers are needed.
H U G S for Hawaii's Seriously Ill Children and Their Families
H U G S for Hawaii's Seriously Ill Children and Their Families improves the quality of life for Hawaii's families as they face the emotional and financial hardships of caring for a seriously ill child.