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Provides legal services in the following areas: Family law Public benefits (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), General Assistance (GA), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)) Consumer (foreclosures, garnishments, unfair sales practices) Housing (Section 8, discrimination, evictions) Senior/Advanced Planning (powers of attorney) Immigration

Represents State of Hawaii officials and employees in legal actions related to their state responsibilities in the matters exclusive to family court. Carries out the duties of the Family Law Division of the Attorney General (all cases heard in family court). Emphasis and focus on child abuse and neglect cases.

(Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii) Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii (VLSH) is the only organization in the state whose sole mission is to serve people in Hawaii with low to moderate income community through volunteer attorneys. Volunteer Legal’s pool of pro bono attorneys provide legal services in a wide range of civil matters, including divorces, paternities, custodies, child support, guardianships, adoptions, powers of attorney, wills, healthcare directives, landlord-tenant cases, collections, and Chapter 7 bankruptcies. Neighborhood Advice and Counsel clinics are being held in-person and via telephone. Clients are responsible for all legal deadlines associated with their case. We experience a high volume of calls. Please leave a brief message with your name, number, and brief description of your legal issue. Your call will be returned in the order it was received, generally within 48 to 72 hours.

(Maui Second Circuit Self Help Center Hoapili Hale) The Maui Court Self-Help Center will provide legal help to the community on a pilot basis. Volunteer attorneys from the Maui County Bar Association will provide limited legal information by telephone in areas such as landlord-tenant, family, and other district court matters. Access by telephone for Molokai, Lanai and Hana residents only when the center is open. The Center does not accept voice messages. Court Navigators for Lanaʻi, Maui, and Molokaʻi are now available by email In 2018, an in-person Volunteer Court Navigator Program was established in the Second Circuit (Maui County). Volunteer Court Navigators assisted unrepresented individuals at Hoapili Hale by answering questions concerning court resources, locations, and procedures. Note: Volunteer Court Navigators cannot provide legal advice or representation. The Volunteer Court Navigator Program has expanded to include services by email. Unrepresented persons can now submit requests for information to: [email protected] The Navigators will make every effort to respond to requests for information pertaining to cases in the Second Circuit (Lanaʻi, Maui, Molokaʻi) within one business day, although it may sometimes take longer to obtain the information necessary to respond to requests for information.

Request a payment arrangement with the Kauai Island Utility Cooperative by filling out an online form. Payment Arrangement Plans of up to 3 months are offered for members having difficulty retiring a past due balance. Financial Assistance programs are available through partner agencies. More information can be found at: https://www.kiuc.coop/payment-assistance

(Crime Stoppers) Provides law enforcement, criminal investigation and crime prevention. Investigates accidents and provides traffic control. Registers firearms. Accepts information on missing persons. HPD does not handle driver's licensing or motor vehicle registration, abandoned vehicles or safety inspections (these are provided by Department of Finance, Motor Vehicle & Licensing Division).

Partial meal reimbursement program for Family Child Care Home Providers. Assessment will be made on reimbursement amount per child served meals. Additional phone numbers: (808) 242-9232 Maui office (Serves Molokai and Lanai also) (800) 498-4145 Toll-free number for Molokai and Lanai (808) 961-3169 East Hawaii office (808) 322-3500 West Hawaii office (808) 246-0622 Kauai office

Temporary assistance of dry and canned dog and cat food for pet owners who need help feeding their animals. -Bring your own reusable bag to take pet food home to your pets. -Assistance is limited to one application per household. -Applications must be filled out completely in order to receive assistance. -The Pet Food Bank is for personal pet animals only. We are unable to provide food for cat colony caregivers or persons feeding Free-Roaming cats. For human services organizations and distribution centers with 501c3 nonprofit status requesting assistance, please see the website for more information. PDF application: https://hawaiianhumane.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Pet-Food-Application-Fillable-with-Policy-10.12.20-ST.pdf

The Home Maintenance Program does home improvements in partnership with family and community volunteers. When the project is completed, there is a 1-7 year “0” interest loan. The loan payments collected go into a revolving fund used to fund future home maintenance projects. Projects include installation of ramps and rails, stair repair, fence repair, gutter replacement, solar water heaters, appliance replacement, minor electrical and plumbing, window replacement, and termite treatment.

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

Helps people who have a desire to quit drinking by sharing experiences with alcoholism and recovery.

Has exclusive jurisdiction in petty and criminal misdemeanors, traffic and parking violations, violations of County ordinances, violations of agency regulations, and Civil cases when the contested amount does not exceed $20,000.

(VLA) The VLA project focuses on disabled and elderly veterans and family members who are residents of the state of Hawaii and who want assistance with filing benefits claims with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Also offers referrals to volunteer attorneys through VLSH's pro bono program for legal advice and direct services for: Family Law, Tenant Rights, Collections and Bankruptcy, Estate Planning/Probate, Re-Employment and Community Service Program (Oahu only).

(Walgreens Pharmacies) Call to check for vaccine availability, costs or other restrictions. Must present photo ID and insurance card. Vaccines for: Cholera, COVID-19 vaccine for adults, Flu shot, Hep A vaccine, Hep B vaccine, Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine, Meningitis vaccine, MMR vaccine, Monkeypox, Pneumonia vaccine, Polio vaccine, Rabies vaccine, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Shingles vaccine, Tdap vaccine, Tick-Borne Encephalitis, Typhoid vaccine, and Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine.

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, games and sports, 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 a broad range of activities covering the recreational, social, cultural, health and educational needs and interests of the elderly. Call for specific program schedules and sites.

Operates landfill and solid waste transfer stations throughout the island. Encourages recycling through private recyclers.

Displays plant species. Serves as community gathering place. Maintains picnic areas.

Has exclusive jurisdiction in petty and criminal misdemeanors, initial criminal procedures in felony cases originating within their districts, traffic and parking violations, violations of County ordinances, violations of agency regulations, and Civil cases when the contested amount does not exceed $20,000. If you need information and you do not know what branch of the Hawaii State Judiciary to contact, call the Hawaii State Judiciary Communications and Community Relations office at: (808) 539-4909.

US Senator from Hawaii Visit https://www.hirono.senate.gov and click on "Contact"

Provides new free art exhibits every month, rehearsals and performances in the 100 seat Theater, Festivals, Art Classes, Art projects, demonstrations, workshops, meetings, monthly newsletter and more.

The Office of Housing and Community Development is responsible for the planning, administration and operation of all of the County of Hawai‘i’s housing programs such as the Section 8 rental assistance for qualified families. Its overall goal is to provide for the development of viable communities in Hawaii County by providing decent housing, suitable living environments and expanding economic opportunities.

(DOTAX) State of Hawaii Department of Taxation - Oahu collects State taxes, provides information and assistance on preparation of tax forms, provides assistance to the elderly and the disabled in filing State tax credits, issues general excise tax licenses, and furnishes State tax forms. The office handles applications for Federal Employer Identification Numbers on a limited basis and walk-ins only. They receive requests for copies of State tax returns and processes tax clearances, walk-ins, mail-ins, fax-ins or refiles. Additional phone numbers: (808) 587-1418 TTD (800) 887-8974 TTD (Toll-Free)

Free personal assistance with Preschool Options and Scholarship due dates for families with children birth - 5 years of age. Serving Waianae, Kapolei/Ewa, Hilo, and Kauai.

Shelter of Wisdom rents homes which are shared by our men. Men live in double rooms with shared living areas and house chores. We provide intensive case management until our men are accepted into permanent housing. We provide household furnishings for their new homes, which are donated to us by the community. Men must maintain their sobriety, hygiene, medications, meal preparation, laundry, housekeeping and behavior.