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Ridesharing programs offer the least expensive way to reduce rush hour traffic congestion by moving more people in fewer cars. To encourage ridesharing, HDOT provides High Occupancy Vehicles Lanes (HOV) and Zipper Lanes which are reserved for the exclusive use of buses, carpools, and motorcycles.

Provides safety and shelter to women and their children in danger, due to domestic violence.

Provides clinic for health and medical care services.

Responds to reports of crime in military facilities. Responsible for base security and law enforcement at Hawaii-based Marine Corps installations.

Hawaiian Council is offering up to $5,000 in financial assistance to help individuals and families replace vehicles lost due to the recent floods and storms. This program is designed to restore mobility and support impacted households in returning to work, school, and daily life. Award amounts will be based on demonstrated need and the verified funding gap, up to a maximum of $5,000. Funds will help with purchasing a replacement vehicle, reimbursement of a vehicle that was already purchased, or help with an existing auto loan balance. Financing options may also be available through Hawaiian Council’s Loan Fund, https://www.hawaiiancouncil.org/programs/cnha-loan-fund/.

(WAP) Assists qualifying households to reduce utility costs by providing a variety of energy efficient measures--including LED light bulbs, ENERGY STAR appliances, solar water heaters, energy-efficient showerheads, faucets aerators, and more--free of charge. Call a Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP) District Service Center for more information.

The Respite Companion Program (RCP) is an employment and training program established by the department which provides part-time community service employment opportunities as Respite Companions for low-income, able-bodied adults age 55 years and older, who assist families provide care for the frail elderly in homes, in adult day care or adult day health centers. RCP is administered by the Department of Human Services, Social Services Division, Adult Protective & Community Services Branch. For those who qualify to be a Respite Companion, benefits include: Minimum wage (up to 19 hours a week); free pre-employment exam and annual physical exam, free bus pass or mileage reimbursement, paid trainings, job readiness counseling and resume writing assistance, free criminal background check. Please call for further information. In-home services have been restricted during the Covid-19 Pandemic pending an update.

(MEMA, Tropical Storm Calvin, December 2021 Storm, Kona Low Storm, March 2021 Flood) Disseminates emergency public information and instructions. Coordinates disaster response and assistance. Provides public education concerning emergency management, natural and technological hazards and emergency preparedness. Be informed and receive alerts about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our Emergency Alert Program. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly for a variety of emergency situations. Click on link for details about MEMA Alerts: https://www.mauicounty.gov/983/MEMA-Alerts

(Oceanic Time Warner Cable (former name)) Time Warner Cable is able to provide phone, cable and internet services.

Provides Pfizer-BioNTech and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccine to those that are in need of a COVID-19 vaccination. Vaccinations appointments in the office clinics or at the Mana Mama Mobile Clinic for individuals that are homebound.

(Invasive species) Receives and investigates reports of illegal animals brought into the state. Provides information on animals legally allowed and penalties for restricted animals. Examples of illegal animals are: African clawed frogs, alligators, bats, caimans (relative of the crocodile), brown tree snakes, coconut crabs, cougars, crocodiles, dwarf parrots, electric catfishes, emus (related to the ostrich), ferrets, flying foxes, foxes, freshwater clams, fruit pigeons, geckos, gila monsters, hornbills, hedgehogs, horseshoe crabs, hummingbirds, iguanas, land crabs, land hermit crabs, leopards, lion fishes, live corals, live rocks, lizards, lories, monitor lizards, needle fishes, ocelots, opossums, porcupines, rheas (bird), sea anemonies, skinks, snakes, snapping turtles, squirrels, sturgeons, scorpions, tarantulas, toucans, wild cat crosses, wild dog crosses, wild hares, wolf dog hybrids.

Compiles, publishes and distributes information on relevant aspects of agricultural product and processed food marketing. Provides market and economic research information and up-to-date local wholesale commodity prices, and fresh fruit and vegetable arrivals into Honolulu. Information is available on the internet or 24-hour recorded message on Oahu, Hawaii, Kauai, Maui.

(PAF After School, Malama and Lokahi) Pacific American Foundation provides afterschool programming for the Malama and Lokahi programs at: Blanche Pope Elementary, Waimanalo Intermediate and Elementary, Malama Honua Public Charter School, Keolu Elementary School, Kailua Elementary School, Kailua High School, Olomana School, Puohala School, Waiahole Elementary, Kaneohe Elementary, Ahuimanu Elementary, Benjamine Parker Elementary, Windward Nazarene Academy, Kapunahala Elementary, Kahaluu Elementary, and Heeia Elementary.

(Wildfire August 2023) For individuals seeking immediate help, call (800) RED-CROSS to find the most recent list of shelters and evacuation centers.

We support, educate and advocate for choice at the end of life. We support individuals as they navigate their way through the health care system. We support legislation relating to choice in dying as well as work to stop legislation that restricts choice. We advocate for those whose end-of-life wishes are not being followed. We provide state-specific advance directives and information on how to complete these documents. Proponents of aid in dying for incurable and terminally ill mentally competent persons, requesting aid in dying to achieve a peaceful death.

(Worklife Hawaii, CFS EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM) Companies contract with WorkLife Hawai‘i for their employees to receive confidential professional counseling, education, training, crisis management, and substance abuse assessment. Companies also receive management consultation on personnel and organizational issues. Helps employees and their families covered under employee assistance contracts for problems such as stress, family conflict, financial difficulty, or drug and alcohol abuse.

Offers support group which gives people who are grieving the loss of a beloved pet an opportunity to share their experience in an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding.

Serves as the Area Agency on Aging and focal point for aging programs for the City and County of Honolulu designated under the Older Americans Act of 1965: 1) Plans, coordinates, advocates for and develops community based programs and services to meet the growing needs of older adults and their family caregivers 2) Contracts with agencies to provide supportive and long term care services that help elders remain at home 3) administers Senior Information and Assistance Program. Elderly Affairs Division is primarily an admnistrative agency which plans, develops, coordinates, and funds aging and caregiver programs. It also provides direct information and referral services to the public through its Senior Information and Assistance Unit.

(ETD) Hawaii Agricultural Foundation (HAF) provides community workshops on agricultural topics. Each event partners chefs, farmers, industry leaders, and the community to dialogue with delicious, locally inspired dishes, creating an experience that informs, inspires, and connects. Visit the website for the past events and information on upcoming future events and ticket purchases.

Re-use Hawaii accepts reusable building materials, furniture, and fixtures. All donated items help reduce waste and support community job training. We offer donors tax-deductible donation receipts for all donated materials. Please visit our website for our Material Acceptance Guidelines, https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6907b412156d556e175eff86/t/694b1792e0fd572a5ec17cd1/1766528914436/Material+Acceptance+Guide+-+Google+Docs.pdf. Or, contact us at [email protected].

(Steadfast Pacific) Acquires, develops, owns, and manages permanent supported housing suitable for occupancy by persons in Hawaii with chronic mental illness, also known as SMI (Seriously Mentally Ill). Operates 29 group homes (including duplex units) and 6 condominium units. All clients are being provided with mental health supportive services at the Community Mental Health Centers.

(WAP) Assists qualifying households to reduce utility costs by providing a variety of energy efficient measures--including LED light bulbs, ENERGY STAR appliances, solar water heaters, energy-efficient showerheads, faucets aerators, and more--free of charge. Call a Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP) District Service Center for more information.