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(Oahus Neighborhood Board System) Residents may be able to vote for their neighborhood boards even if they are not registered for the Hawaii General and Primary elections. Call or email for more information.

Handles complaints for RICO concerning regulated vocations and professions. Complaints about unfair/deceptive business practices are also handled for the Office of Consumer Protection. Acts as referral agency for consumers with questions and complaints. Administers the State Certified Arbitration Program that settles lemon law disputes. The Hawaii “Lemon Law” helps consumers who buy or lease new motor vehicles and have repeated problems in getting their vehicles repaired under the manufacturer’s warranty. Provides basic information regarding business entities, professional and vocational license status, and complaints history on licensed professionals and merchants/businesses. Also provides information on business complaints history and on identity theft. Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO): http://cca.hawaii.gov/rico Office of Consumer Protection: http://cca.hawaii.gov/ocp (808) 587-3222 General consumer complaints (DCCA Hotline) (808) 587-3222 or (808) 587-3295 Identity Theft Hotline (808) 586-2790 Insurance Division (808) 586-2634 (Consumer Protection) - Landlord Tenant (808) 587-3295 Mortgage Brokers

(FSS, Family Strengthening Service) This program helps families provide a safe home for their children, promote positive parenting, and prevent child abuse and neglect. Families receive free, short-term, home visiting services designed to provide support and help maintain and improve individual and family function by improving parenting skills. The program also provides information and linkages to community resources. Assists families that are referred to us by the Child Welfare Services. Strengthening the family's skills to help them provide a nurturing environment and connects them with community resources.

Registration for the Mayor Wright Homes food pantry is at 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm with distribution after registration until food runs out on a first-come, first served basis on the following days: Friday, June 20, 2025 Friday, July 18, 2025 Friday, August 15, 2025 Friday, September 19, 2025 Friday, October 17, 2025 Friday, November 21, 2025 Please bring your own reusable bag or box for the food pantry items.

Assists individuals in applying for all types of Social Security benefits including retirement, disability, survivor benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicare. Provides advice on rights and responsibilities under Social Security. Issues Social Security card and numbers. Also Medicare is contracting with private companies to offer Medicare-approved drug discount cards. In 2025 you must have an appointment before coming to the office. The website is the best way for most people to get help. If you cannot use the website, call the National toll free number at (800) 772-1213 to schedule an appointment to serve you by phone or in person. The TTY number for assistance is (800) 325-0778. Additional Phone Numbers: (800) 633-4227 or (800) MEDICARE Medicare Questions and Medicare Approved Discount Cards Visit www.ssa.gov to submit an email.

Regulates quality of drinking water provided by public water systems. Ensures that microbiological and chemical contaminants are not introduced into drinking water.

Operation Search is the Department's campaign to find children who may need special education services but who are not receiving them at this time. Informs families of the learning potential of children with disabilities. Instructs families on how to obtain services from agencies. Informs parents about the early warning signs of disabilities.

Provides technical assistance to improve the quality of land and water resources on private and other non-federal lands. Cost-share and other incentive payments are available for farmers and ranchers. Recommends methods to conserve natural resources like soil and water. Provides financial assistance for emergency watershed protection measures. Works with local Soil and Water Conservation Districts on conservation plans and projects.

Provides comprehensive services to persons in acute mental health crisis or who are suffering from a serious mental illness. Provides psychiatric evaluation and treatment, counseling and psychotherapy, case management, crisis intervention, and psychosocial rehabilitation.

The Tiki Turtle is a vocational training cafe at the Arc of Hilo in partnership with Chef Lee from Pacific Mix Catering. Visit the website to see the menu and order online.

Administers hospitals and long term care facilities statewide, including Maluhia, Leahi Hospital, Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kula Hospital, Lanai Community Hospital, Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital, Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital, Hilo Medical Center, Kona Community Hospital, Kau Hospital, Kohala Hospital and Hale Hoola Hamakua. The Hawaii Health Systems Foundation (HHSF) operates across all the Hawaiian islands and Hawaii Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) regions. HHSF was designed to raise funds and obtain gifts and grants for the benefit of the HHSC.

Donate items to Goodwill Industries of Hawaii. The donation center is located in the upper level in parking lot, across from the bowling alley

The FDC is an administrative facility housing male and female inmates.

Provides a fun and educational program for children and young adults to build character, to train on the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to develop personal fitness. Promotes and encourages youth of all ages to participate in group work and outdoor activities.

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].

Assists people in need to obtain decent, affordable houses. Selected families must add 500 hours of "Sweat Equity" in building their homes. The houses are sold at cost with low interest mortgage. Habitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials, and appliances to the public at a fraction of the retail price. Habitat for Humanity ReStores are owned and operated by local Habitat for Humanity affiliates, and proceeds are used to build homes, community, and hope locally and around the world.

District 8 council member (Brandon J.C. Elefante) regarding Lower Aiea, Pearlridge, Waimalu, Newtown, Pearl City, Seaview, Crestview, Waipio Gentry and portions Waipahu Current Term: 2019-2023 Committees Budget Executive Matters and Legal Affairs Public Infrastructure and Technology Transportation, Sustainability and Health, Vice Chair Zoning and Planning, Chair

Provides prostheses, orthoses, orthopedic shoes, sensory aids, wheelchairs, medical equipment and supplies for therapeutic and rehabilitative use for any eligible veteran upon a determination of feasibility and medical need.

At Easterseals Hawaii, we offer a comprehensive set of services for adults with disabilities and their families. We work to empower our clients to become more independent and participate fully in the communities where they live, work, and play. Services are delivered with dignity, passion, and the ultimate goal of self-determination. Program focus areas are enhancing independence, person-centered planning, social skills and enrichments, community integration and access, employment skills, personal care, and daily living skills. Adult Home and Community-based Services include group and individual services; employment services, Adult Day Health (ADH), Community Learning Service (CLS), Community Learning Service-Individual (CLS-I) for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as autism and down syndrome.

(Primary Prevention Education, Prevention of Sexual Abuse) Molokai Child Abuse Prevention Pathways educators are available to provide workshops on recognizing and preventing sexual violence for children, pre-K thru 12th grade, parents/caregivers, camp leaders, clergy, and school faculty. Training for mandatory reporting requirements also provided on how to respond and support sexual violence survivors.

Advocates for the betterment of native Hawaiians. Assesses needs. Develops demonstration projects. Provides scholarships, small business loans, and business assistance. Advises on cultural protocol. Provides voter registration and education. Provides legal assistance and referral for human service programs. Assists with housing needs. Publishes monthly newspaper. Recommends speakers on Hawaiian issues and culture. Maintains a registry of persons of Hawaiian ancestry. Assesses needs of native Hawaiians and advocates on their behalf. Registers and tracks persons of Hawaiian ancestry to help OHA determine how best to distribute benefits from federal programs addressing health, education and economic development. This also qualifies Hawaiians for special group benefits to be organized by OHA, including group insurance and discounts on selected retail and service purchases.

(Emergency Food) U-Turn for Christ distributes food and provides emergency food to those that are in need.

(Hawaii Gas - Customer Service - Kauai County) Hawaii Gas provides propane and synthetic natural gas service and installation to utility, tank, and bottled gas customers on all islands. Must be an authorized account holder to access customer information. If you smell gas or suspect an emergency situation, leave the area immediately and call 9-1-1, then Hawaii Gas’ emergency 24-hour hotline at (808) 526-0066.

(24 Resident Agencies, J Walter Cameron Center) The J Walter Cameron Center is home to 24 resident agencies that offer a diverse array of services to meet the needs of our community. These agencies collectively provide: -Health Services: medical and dental care, mental health support, substance abuse counseling, and wellness programs to promote overall health and well-being, offering preventive care, treatment, and ongoing support for individuals and families. -Educational Programs: Catering to all age groups, from early childhood education and after-school programs to adult education and vocational training. These programs enhance literacy, academic achievement, and job readiness. -Social Services: Helping with housing, food security, financial counseling, and emergency relief to provide critical support to individuals and families in crisis, ensuring they have access to basic needs and resources to improve their quality of life. -Immigration Services: legal assistance, citizenship classes, and advocacy for immigrants to help individuals navigate the immigration processes, promoting their integration and participation in the community. -Cultural Programs: Celebrating and preserving diverse cultural heritages through events, workshops, and community activities tofoster inclusivity, understanding, and cultural exchange, enriching the social fabric of our community. -Support for People with Disabilities: advocacy, skill development, and recreational activities to empower individuals with disabilities enhance independence, accessibility, and community involvement. -Youth and Family Services: Focusing on child welfare, parenting support, and family counseling to strengthen family bonds, ensure child safety, and promote healthy development and family dynamics. Offers meeting rooms to community service organizations and agencies (not available for political or religious usage). Meeting room users can access slide and overhead projectors, TV monitors, VCR's and flip charts.