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The federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides crucial food and nutritional support to qualifying low-income and needy households, and those making the transition from welfare to self-sufficiency. The SNAP processing center provides public assistance, food stamps (SNAP) and financial assistance, to eligible individuals and families. They handle new applications and ongoing assistance. A paper copy of the application can be downloaded, printed, signed and submitted via US postal mail or dropped off in the drop box. For a PDF of the paper application, visit the website and click on "SNAP (formerly Food Stamps)" from the menu "Benefit, Employment & Support Services (BESSD) SNAP, Financial, Child Care, General Assistance and more". The click on the link "If you are unable to apply online, you may download and print this paper form application – click here". A Drop box is available on site to drop off documents. For SNAP Interviews, please input your case number found on your notification form when you call the Public Assistance Information Line/Call Center (PAIS) at (855) 643-1643 so the system can confirm your scheduled interview and connect you to the interview. Additional Phone Numbers: (877) 447-5990 or dial 711 - TTY

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Money Fit by DRS - HUD-Approved Housing Counseling Services: Money Fit by DRS offers comprehensive HUD-approved housing counseling and education services to Hawaii residents, assisting with renter concerns, homelessness prevention, homeowner financial management, and fair housing education. Our services include guidance on lease agreements, tenant rights, budgeting, mortgage options, foreclosure prevention, and fair housing laws.

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Issues parking placards for persons with disabilities on Hawaii island. Frist time applicants: -Obtain application form from the office or download one from the website -Applicants complete side 1 -Applicant's doctor completes side 2 -Submit application to the office when both sides are completed. Renewals and Replacements: -Call for details

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Provides referrals and consumer education to families for state licensed child care homes and centers (preschools and infant/toddler centers) for children aged birth to 5 years of age, including after school care for up to 12 years of age. Also provides referrals to resources such as parenting classes, financial assistance programs and other family resources. 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 (808) 791-2130 PATCH Preschool Open Doors Main: [email protected] Maui office: [email protected] East Hawaii office: [email protected] West Hawaii office: [email protected] Kauai office: [email protected]

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Assists community with economic development and protecting the natural resources.

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Donate items to Goodwill Industries of Hawaii at this attended donation center.

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Offers vocational and liberal arts degree programs. Assists students with admissions, records, transcripts, provides help to students with financial aid, housing and student activities. Call Student Services and they can assist you with student issues.

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(Domestic Abuse Shelters and Transitional Apartments - Oahu) Domestic Abuse Shelters provide a safe haven for those fleeing domestic violence. Program accepts abused partners and their children. A 24 hour hotline is available for referrals and resource information. The Domestic Abuse Shelters (DAS) offers up to 120 days of a safe haven, basic needs (food, clothing etc.), counseling and services for children. Program participants learn dynamics of domestic violence, develop safety plans, improve self-esteem and learn healthy parenting skills. Children develop safety plans and learn they’re not responsible for domestic violence. The shelters offer: -Domestic violence crisis hotline -Lodging and food -Crisis counseling -Individual counseling -Educational workshops -Support groups -Information, referral & advocacy -Children's program -Assistance with obtaining a TRO, Housing and financial aid -Volunteer program

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Provides warnings and watch advisories regarding tsunami for the Pacific.

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Promotes, develops and maintains apprenticeship and other work-based training programs. Educates and informs women about non-traditional employment opportunities and work-based training.

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(Lawn Bowling Green) Plays the game of lawn bowling. Location is across from Borders Book Store in Ward Centre. Free lessons are provided.

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Assisting in helping those interested in running a child care business to becoming licensed by the State of Hawaii. Providing guidance regarding setting up a child care business. Providing free training on child development, nutrition, health and safety issues. Providing information about resources available to providers, such as the USDA Child Care Food Program that assists in paying for meals served in daycare. Referring parents who are looking for child care to licensed child care providers. Maintaining connections with child care providers, professional child care associations, and other child care professionals as well as helping others build those relationships in the community. Providing face-to-face as well as remote support services. 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 Main: [email protected] Maui office: [email protected] East Hawaii office: [email protected] West Hawaii office: [email protected] Kauai office: [email protected]

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The Mass Transit Agency (MTA) offers a shared ride taxi program for as little as $2.00, within the urbanized area of Hilo. Travel is limited to 9 miles. Carriers maintain the right to consolidate rides.

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U-Haul of Hawaii offers 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container use to residents affected by the Kona Storm. For customers needing storage beyond the free period, the U-Haul 1-Year Price Lock is now available at 2,100 Company-owned facilities across the U.S. and Canada. Fixed-rate storage ensures at least one year with no price increase on your rental unit, and U-Haul never charges junk fees or deposits.

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Operates information and referral line for parents of children with special needs. Facilitates parent-to-parent communication. Provides lending library and quarterly newsletter. Sponsors annual conference related to parenting children with special needs (such as special education or behavior management). Additional phone numbers: (808) 974-4000 ext 6-8126 Hawaii Island (Voice) (808) 274-3141 ext 6-8126 Kauai (Voice) (808) 984-2400 ext 6-8126 Maui (Voice) (800) 468-4644 ext 68121 Molokai/Lanai (Voice):

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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

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(HMSA) Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA) Centers and offices offer in-person customer service to members and employers with an HMSA health plan as well as individuals who are looking to enroll in an HMSA plan. Offers medical, dental, vision, and drug health care plans to individuals and employers. Plan options include fee-for-service, preferred provider organization, health maintenance organization and plans for students, self-employed and Medicare supplement.

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Administers a 28 month live-in residential treatment facility for persons with emotional, social, drug or alcohol related problems. Offers vocational training. Accepts donations, including automobiles. Donated automobiles must be in running condition with papers. Founded in 1971, Habilitat is located in Kaneohe, Hawaii on the windward side of Oahu. Habilitat helps those with substance abuse dependency and behavioral problems change into productive members of our community.

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

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(HIHR) Provides Transitional Housing Program, Permanent Supportive Housing Program, Kitchen and Pantry Food Service Programs for the homeless. Provides assistance especially those with mental illnesses, substance abuse disorders, dual diagnosis, physical health and other disabilities, prioritizing the chronically homeless. Program helps achieve specific goals that includes but is not limited to obtaining and maintaining Transitional Housing, Supportive Permanent Housing and long-term Permanent Housing and will continue to provide Housing Services with Evidence-Based and Low-Barrier Service Models, as well as Coordinated Data Entry System utilizing (VI-SPDAT) and the Housing First Model Approached. Case Manager/Care Coordinator coordinates resources and community-based programs that helps with housing and other needs they may have. Maintains bi-weekly meetings to process and follow-up activities, conducts team meetings with providers including probation officers, mental health, substance abuse and medical.

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Provides customs information on foreign travel, registering articles and duty rates. Inspects baggage of individuals arriving from other countries and collects appropriate duty or tariffs.

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

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Promotes commerce and industry within and between Hawaii and Japan. Focuses upon improving the business environment by supporting economic development, government affairs, international business relations, and community concerns.

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(TAMC) Facility features: Treadmills Exercise bikes Stair climbers Ellipticals Weight room Strength training Circuit training Basketball court

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(VWATS) The Vocational and Work Adjustment Training Services Program (VWATS) is designed to give individuals the opportunity to gain access to 1) opportunities in a variety of environments, 2) training with experts in the field of employment and 3) evaluations to meet the needs of individuals that are deemed Significantly Disabled and Most Significantly Disabled by Oahu’s Department of Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors. No-contact virtual training is also offered. The scope of this service is broad because it is organized to set a model to: Explore local and national job industry Utilize national evaluations to determine an employment profile to aid in gaining and maintaining employment Determine a good person environment fit for potential employment Develop resumes, cover letters and national assessments

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