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Maintains a not for-profit professional association affiliated with the American Public Health Association, for public healthcare professionals. Seeks to provide an independent voice on issues which impact public health. Represents a broad based coalition of public health professionals and organizational members in Hawaii.

Attempts to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Maui County by increasing public awareness and promoting public support, education and participation in art and cultural activities.

Provides a comprehensive recreational program in the community. Facilities include a multi-purpose building and a field. There are three program periods throughout the year: fall, spring and summer. Activities are geared for all ages, including classes in arts and crafts, Hawaiiana, games and sports, music, seasonal activities and crafts, and excursions. A list of activities, registration dates, and program period information is published in the Midweek prior to registration.

Provides counseling services to juveniles who are at risk and beyond parental control. Refers client to professional agencies and therapist if needed.

Provides special education for students, based on Individualized Education Program (IEP). Contact the nearest office to you for an evaluation of your children for special education.

Administers third party plans for health care benefits for the State of Hawaii. Makes drug and supplements available through employers.

Supportive housing provided on a less intense level, with consumer support 8-16 hours on-site and on-call. CARF Accredited. Additional phone numbers: (808) 737-2523 Main Office (808) 737-6517 Emergency

Maintains county sewer systems.

This CDC-recognized program is a year-long structured lifestyle change program that includes dietary coaching and moderate physical activity, all with the goal of preventing or delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes among those who are at high risk for diabetes. The program consists of 16 core sessions over the course of the first six months, followed by less-intensive classes held monthly for the rest of the year-long program. The goal of the program is to cut one's risk of developing diabetes in half by losing 5-7% of their body weight through healthier eating and engaging in 150 minutes of physical activity each week. This program also includes shopping tours, cooking classes, exercise, on-site gardening, and stress management sessions.

Identifies social needs. Obtains federal grants. Formulates and monitors programs for social and rental assistance improvement. Coordinates public/private programs. Administers Offices of Elderly Affairs, Elderly Information and Referral Services, Work Hawaii Employment Training Program, Office of Special Projects, Community Assistance, and Community Based Development.

Enforces laws, rules and regulations relating to the conservation and preservation of land and natural resources. Verifies leases, permits and licenses issued by the DLNR. Enforces laws relating to firearms, ammunition and dangerous weapons. Controls and manages beaches with public access. Participates with search and rescue efforts locally.

Provides care coordination to target populations. Participates with communities to problem-solve health issues. Provides education in women and child health, chronic diseases, etc. Facilitates access to health care. Conducts screening tests and source/contact investigations on tuberculosis (TB) cases. Provides health services in public schools, consultation services to private schools, day care, and residential care homes.

Funding available for nonprofits, entrepreneurs and businesses who are creating affordable housing opportunities in our local communities. Social enterprise loans are available to help finance the acquisition, development and construction of affordable housing, or for general operations to support affordable housing programs

Private school includes grades K-6 for boys and girls.

Operates a thrift store selling low cost clothing, furniture, household goods, toys and more. Proceeds benefit vocational training and job placement programs for people with barriers to employment. Donation drop off in the back of the store.

The Department of Health Early Intervention Section (EIS) provides early intervention services to infants and toddlers below three years of age with special needs (developmentally delayed or biological risk). Biological risk means having a diagnosis/condition with a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay. Specialists support parents in helping their child develop in the following areas: COMMUNICATION: talking | understanding COGNITIVE: paying attention | solving problems PHYSICAL: sitting | walking | picking up small object SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL: playing with others | having confidence ADAPTIVE: eating | dressing self Family centered care principles guide providers in supporting the child and family. Services are provided within the child's daily routines and activities. A primary service provider and coaching model is used to teach parents and/or primary care givers strategies to support the child's development.

Collects refuse once a week. No bulky items service available.

Performs community planning and group development. Provides information and referral, personal development aid, emergency and general assistance. Operates special programs including agriculture education and training, employment services, family development and case management, Head Start, and senior community services employment.

(Friends of the Childrens Justice Center - East Hawaii) Helps child victims of abuse ages birth-18 years to gain self-esteem and develop positive self-worth, by filling requests for items and services not available from any other source.

Call to check for vaccine availability, costs or other restrictions. Must present photo ID and insurance card. Vaccines for: Flu, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hib, HPV, MMR, Meningococcal MPSV4, Meningococcal B, PneumococcalConjugate, PneumococcalPolysacchride, TetanusDiphtheriaTd, TetanusDiptPert, Varicella (Chickenpox), Zoster, Travel Vaccines

Private school includes grades K-12 for boys and girls.

Provides a business library serving state of Hawaii. Services include: Walk-in library research, Internet access (free), digital and print reference, in-depth research (fee-based), inter-library loan, company information, startup information, statistics, demographics, trade information, web help, and misc. information questions related to business. Maui County Data Book published here. Other Statistical Products available also.

(Mobile Food Distribution - Wailuku) Feed My Sheep provides food boxes to those in need at the Living Weight Church on Market Street at the corner of Mokuhau Road. Go to the parking lot across the street from the church.

The Ulupono Family Strengthening Program provides family support, referrals and resources to families on Oahu from birth to 17 years old to promote positive parenting, safe and secure home environment, and healthy child development.

Works to improve and maintain individual and community health. Addresses the following key areas: healthy community development (coalition development, community health organization, community strategic planning, facilitation, assisting grant writing, needs assessment, evaluation methodology in community health), risk reduction (includes tobacco prevention/education, physical activity promotion, chronic dieases, and injury prevention and control). Conducts community and professional education and training in public health education practices, methodology, and principles. Provides consultation and technical assistance in public health education. Provides specialized training in child passenger safety (certified technician and instructor).