Posted on: Sunday, December 5, 2004

Resources for seniors

Compiled by Advertiser staff with assistance from the city Elderly Affairs Division and the state Executive Office on Aging

INFORMATION AND EDUCATION

• HELP AND REFERRAL

Aloha United Way, round-the-clock information and referral. 211.

Elderly Affairs Division, City & County of Honolulu, 715 S. King St., room 200; case management, telephone hotline for information and referral to services, home visits, follow-up on frail elders, speakers, exhibits, newsletter, brochures and resource directories. Elderly Affairs Division, 523-4361; senior hotline for information and assistance, 523-4545; (TTY) 527-6300; www.elderlyaffairs.com. There are also other county offices on aging on Maui (808) 270-7755, Kaua'i (808) 241-4470, and the Big Island (808) 961-8600.

State Executive Office on Aging, 250 S. Hotel St., Suite 406; acts as a clearinghouse of information for the elderly and their families and casts a vision of how the state of Hawai'i will respond to its aging population. 586-0100 or www2.hawaii.gov/eoa/.

Eldercare Hawai'i, 2909 Lowrey Ave., Suite E, Manoa Valley; a planning and consultation service that offers support and classes for families with elders. 988-6300 or www.eldercarehawaii.com.

National Eldercare Locator acts as a clearinghouse and referral line to local programs for seniors and their families. (800) 677-1116.

Catholic Charities Hawaii, 2745 Pali Highway; has a seniors division that oversees the Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center, a housing assistance program, a transportation services program, a money-management assistance program and a comprehensive individualized services program. Intake, Informational and Referral Unit, 521-4357.

Ke Ola Mamo, 1505 Dillingham Blvd., Suite 205; an islandwide service for Native Hawaiians, part of the Native Hawaiian Health Care System, provides case management. 848-8000.

• ADVOCACY GROUPS

AARP, Information Center, 1199 Dillingham Blvd., Unit A106; provides general information on aging and sometimes acts as advocate concerning fraud and abuse, age discrimination, prescription-drug issues and economic security; also, refers members to local attorneys who handle issues related to the elderly. 843-1906 or www.aarp.org/hi.

Kokua Council, c/o Harris United Methodist Church, 20 S. Vineyard Blvd.; speaks out on issues affecting the elderly before the state Legislature in support of laws that benefit seniors. 779-3606.

Legal Aid Society of Hawaii, 924 Bethel St.; assistance with legal problems for those who qualify economically. 536-4302. Also at the Kahalu'u Key Project, 47-200 Waihe'e Road, No. 104, 239-6651; and 85-670 Farrington Highway, Wai'anae, 696-6321. In addition, seniors older than 60 may receive free counseling and advice through the senior hotline, 536-0011 or (888) 536-0011 from the Neighbor Islands.

For referrals to agencies that advocate for specific senior issues, call the Senior Hotline for information and assistance. 523-4545. Or visit the Elderly Affairs Division, City & County of Honolulu, 715 S. King St., room 200. or contact your state representative (586-6400), state senator (586-6720) or personal attorney.

• EDUCATION

AARP Driver Safety Program. 843-1906.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, a membership program for those 50 and older; $60 fee allows up to three specialized courses per term, unlimited tours and special events at the University of Hawai'i-Manoa and satellite locations. 956-8224.

SeniorNet provides older adults education and access to computer technology. 845-9296.

GETTING AROUND

• TRANSPORTATION/ESCORT

Some of these services are for elderly or disabled people who can travel alone; others are for people who need to be accompanied. Be sure to state what type is needed. Also, you may want to pick up a Disabled Person Parking Permit application at any Satellite City Hall for the physician to fill out. Submit to the address on the form.

Area Agencies on Aging, transportation information and referrals for O'ahu and Neighbor Islands. O'ahu Elderly Affairs Division, 523-4545; Maui County Office on Aging, (808) 270-7755; Hawai'i County Office of Aging, (808) 961-8600; and Kaua'i County Agency on Elderly Affairs, (808) 241-4470.

Catholic Charities Hawai'i. 521-4357.

CNA Senior Transport, LLC, P.O. Box 10869, Honolulu, HI 96816; provides safe and affordable transportation to those who are wheelchair bound, require stretcher transport, or have difficulty walking; escort services by certified nurses aides are available at additional cost. 735-9500 or (877) 735-9500.

Disabled Persons Parking Permit. 532-7710.

Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing. 532-7700.

Handicabs of the Pacific, P.O. Box 22428, Honolulu, HI 96813; specialized transportation for the disabled. 524-3866.

JCRG Elder Care & Transservices, LLC, 92-1088 Kako'o Place, Kapolei, HI 96707. 672-8670.

Malama Lima Handi-Trans, LLC, P.O. Box 970324, Waipahu, HI 96797. 226-0109.

Mo'ili'ili Senior Center, 2535 S. King St., Honolulu, HI 96826; transportation services for residents of East Honolulu, from the Ward area to Hawai'i Kai. 955-1555.

O'ahu Transit Services — TheBus, 811 Middle St., Honolulu, HI 96819. 848-4400. TheHandiVan, 811 Middle St., Honolulu, HI 96819; paratransit service for persons with disabilities who are unable to ride TheBus. 454-5000 (administration), 523-4083 (eligibility and registration) or 456-5555 (reservations).

TLC Handi-Trans Inc., 94-150 Kupuohi Place, Waipahu, HI 96797. 864-0579.

STAYING ACTIVE

• EMPLOYMENT/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Oahu WorkLinks/WorkHawaii, employment and training programs. 592-8620.

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). 536-6543.

Senior Community Service Employment Program, run by the nonprofit Honolulu Community Action Program. 521-4531.

• SENIOR CENTERS

Where seniors can take classes, meet for recreation, socialize with other seniors, volunteer and find other support. (Also check with churches.)

Department of Parks & Recreation, Senior Citizens Section, 1541 Kalakaua Ave.; city-sponsored clubs at rec centers, classes and events for seniors. 973-7258 or 692-5106, www.co.honolulu.hi.us/menu/seniorsworld/.

Kaneohe Community & Senior Center, 45-613 Puohala St.; offers exercise, clubs, classes, hobbies, excursions and other activiites. 233-7317.

Makua Ali'i Senior Center, 1541 Kalakaua Ave.; offers exercise, clubs, classes, hobbies, excursions and other activities. 973-7258.

Catholic Charities Hawai'i Community and Senior Services' Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center, 1640 Lanakila Ave.; offers exercise, clubs, classes, hobbies, excursions and other activities. 847-1322 or www.catholiccharitieshawaii.org.

Kapahulu Center, 3410 Campbell Ave.; recreation, health and educational programs. 737-1748 or www.kapahulucenter.com.

Mo'ili'ili Senior Center, 2535 S. King St.; recreation, health and educational programs. 955-1555.

Waikiki Community Center, 310 Paoakalani Ave.; health and wellness programs, classes, "lunch bunch" and recreation services. 923-1802.

HELP FOR CAREGIVERS, RESPITE

• DAYCARE PROGRAMS

Daycare programs offer supervised care in a group setting.

Department of Human Services, Adult Intake Unit, 420 Waiakamilo Road, Suite 300A; state licensing agency overseeing adult daycare programs, offers a comprehensive list of all O'ahu adult daycare programs. 832-5115 or www.state.hi.us/dhs.

Aloha Nursing & Rehab Center Adult Day Wellness Program, 45-545 Kamehameha Highway, Kane'ohe; open Monday-Saturday, includes four excursions a week. 247-2220 or www.alohanursing.com.

Ann Pearl Adult Day Health Program, 45-181 Waikalua Road, Kane'ohe; open Monday-Friday, offers a specialized dementia unit. 247-8558 or www.annpearlnursing.com.

Casamina Adult Day Care Home, 1426 Ala Napunani St.; a private facility open seven days a week. 839-9733.

Central Oahu Senior Day Care Association Aged to Perfection, 1445 California Ave., Wahiawa; open Monday-Friday. 622-4717.

Central Union Church Adult Day Care and Day Health Center, 1660 S. Beretania St., open Monday-Friday. 440-3020 or www.cucadultdaycare.com.

Easter Seals Hawa'i Home & Community Based Services, 91-1251 Renton Road, 'Ewa Beach; adult daycare with health services for people 18 and older with developmental disabilities. 681-0747 or www.eastersealshawaii.org.

Elsie Day Care Center, 1007 Elsie Lane; open Monday-Friday, offers overnight program. 946-1788.

Franciscan Adult Day Center, 2715 Pamoa Road; a private facility open Monday-Friday, offers a caregiver support group. 988-5678 or www.assistguide.com/franciscan.

Furukawa Living Treasure Day Care Center, 1449 Brigham St. and 1647 Palolo Ave.; open Monday-Friday. 842-5175.

Kilohana United Methodist Church, 5829 Mahimahi St.; $20 for five hours, Saturdays mornings only. 373-3373.

Kuakini Adult Day Services, two locations: Punchbowl and 'Aiea; open Monday-Friday. 547-9534 or www.kuakini.org.

Lotus Adult Day Care Center, 99-186 Puakala St., 'Aiea; open Monday-Friday. 486-5050.

Lunalilo Home, 501 Kekauluohi St.; open Monday-Friday, also offers overnight care. 395-1000.

PACE Hawaii Day Health, 1027 Hala Drive; open Monday-Friday. 832-6131 or www.hhsc.org.

Palolo Chinese Home, 2459 10th Ave.; open seven days a week. 735-9750.

Pearl City Hale, five locations including 'Alewa Heights, Wai'anae, Wahiawa and Waialua; open Monday-Friday (Wai'anae is open seven days a week and holidays). 456-4490.

The Salvation Army Adult Day Health Services, 296 N. Vineyard Blvd.; open Monday-Friday. 521-6551 or www.salvationarmyhawaii.org.

Seagull School at Kapolei, 531 Farrington Highway; intergenerational program, Monday-Saturday. 674-1444.

Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, five senior adult daycare locations. 595-0563 or www.wcchc.com/program_daycare.htm.

Windward Senior Day Care, two locations in Kailua; open Monday-Friday (Saturday at one location), also offers extended hours. 261-4947 or www.windwardseniordaycare.org.

• IN-HOME ASSISTANCE

Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii, information on assistive devices and funding sources. 532-7110.

City Elderly Affairs Division's Senior Hotline, caregiver support groups. 523-4545.

Honolulu Gerontology Senior Exercise Group, exercise classes for frail and disabled elders at community centers. 543-8421.

• CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS

Support groups provide opportunities to learn from caregivers in similar situations and professional resources.

Castle Medical Center, 640 Ulukahiki St., Kailua 96734; support groups for caregivers, friends and family meet monthly. Includes education to address caregiver issues and community resources. 247-2828 or www.castlemed.org.

Central Oahu Caregivers' Support Group, P.O. Box 893711, Mililani 96789; monthly support groups for family caregivers meet at Wahiawa General Hospital. 625-0420, 586-9460 or www.wvpress.com/care.

Eldercare Support Group, c/o 710 Ahukini St., Honolulu 96825; provides support for family caregivers, sharing hints, ideas and information. 395-9082 or home.hawaii.rr.com/caregiver/.

Elderly Affairs Division, city Department of Community Services, 715 S. King St., Suite 200, Honolulu 96813; support and education groups on caregiving issues meet once or twice monthly. 523-4545 or www.elderlyaffairs.com.

Kokua Kalihi Valley Elderly Services Program, 1846 Gulick Ave., Honolulu 96819; monthly meetings of caregiver support groups provide educational sessions, problem-solving and stress-reducing activities; Ilocano and Samoan translations offered. 848-0977 or www.kkv.net.

Makiki Christian Church, 829 Pensacola St., Honolulu 96814; a sandwich generation-ers' caregiver support group. 594-6446.

Ohana Care Support Group, Honolulu Gerontology Program of Child & Family Service, 200 N. Vineyard Blvd., Bldg. B, Honolulu 96817; monthly caregiver support groups, sessions include an educational component and a time for participants to share experiences and get answers to questions. 543-8468 or www.cfs-hawaii.org.

Project Dana — Caring for the Caregiver Support Group, 902 University Ave., Honolulu 96826; this family caregiver support group has four components per month: educational support, rap session, outing and exercise. 945-3736.

• RESPITE

Respite is temporary substitute care that provides relief for family members. Some families opt for out-of-home respite, while others choose in-home respite.

• OUT-OF-HOME RESPITE (DAY ONLY) See DAYCARE PROGRAMS

• OUT-OF-HOME RESPITE (OVERNIGHT)

The Ponds at Punalu'u, 53-594 Kamehameha Highway, P.O. Box 909, Hau'ula 96717; overnight respite for a few days to a few months on three care levels: independent living, assisted living and

The Gardens at The Ponds for Alzheimer's and dementia care. 293-1100 or www.pondsatpunaluu.com.

Respite Nanea, Inc., P.O. Box 1285, Pearl City 96782. 524-2575 (physician's exchange), www.assistguide.com.

• IN-HOME RESPITE

Caregiver Respite Program, Honolulu Gerontology Program of Child & Family Service, 200 N. Vineyard Blvd., Bldg. B, Honolulu 96817; days, nights and live-in; unpaid family caregivers desiring respite are provided with information about obtaining respite care, referrals to respite aides appropriate to the needs of the family, and supportive counseling throughout the process of obtaining and managing respite aides. 543-8405 or www.cfs-hawaii.org.

Catholic Charities Elderly Services Respite Connection, 2745 Pali Highway, Honolulu 96817; provides information on how to hire a private hire, linkage to possible private hires and para-professional counseling. 595-0077.

Jewish Community Services, 2550 Pali Highway, Honolulu 96817; elderly assistance, emergency housing, food, utilities, equipment and resource referrals for the Jewish community. 258-7121.

Kokua Kalihi Valley Elderly Services Program, 1846 Gulick Ave., Honolulu 96819-4212; respite care for caregivers of elderly clients; offers respite workers, either volunteers or paid workers, to come in to the home to take care of the elder for a few hours a week to give a break to the caregiver. 848-0977 or www.kkv.net.

Mo'ili'ili Elder Care Services, 2535 S. King St., Honolulu 96826; in-home respite services, including personal care and general housecleaning for east Honolulu residents. 955-1555.

Neves Enterprises, Inc., 46-022 Alaloa St., No. 204, Kane'ohe 96744; companion/certified nurse aid (specializes in live-in). 236-2378.

HEALTH AND WELFARE

• MEALS

Hawaii Meals on Wheels, with 31 routes islandwide, including Hawai'i Kai to Kalihi, Pearl City to 'Aiea, Kailua to Kane'ohe and 'Ewa to Kapolei. 988-6747.

Lanakila Meals on Wheels, islandwide. 531-0555.

• HEALTH EDUCATION

Alzheimer's Helpline, A 24-hour information, referral and emotional support program. 591-2771; Neighbor Islands, (800) 272-3900.

HMSA, Health Education Programs. 948-6398.

Kaiser Permanente Lifestyle Program. 432-2270.

Hawaii QUEST, Medical assistance to qualified persons (Medicaid). 587-3521.

Medicare Hotline, Federal health Insurance for those 65 and older and eligible disabled persons. (800) 633-4227.

SagePlus, Health insurance and Medicare counseling. 586-7299.

• EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Personal emergency response systems activated in case of emergency. (To help someone who lives alone, falls and can't get to the telephone.)

Queen's Lifeline, 1301 Punchbowl St., Honolulu 96813. 547-4526 or www.queens.org/services.lifeline.html.

ResponseLink of Hawaii, 2233 Ala Mahamoe St., Honolulu 96819. 721-1201 or www.responselink.com.

St. Francis Lifeline, 2230 Liliha St., Honolulu 96817. 547-6120.

• CASE MANAGEMENT

Helping people assess what kind of care people may need, and find the appropriate resources.

The City & County's Elderly Affairs Division, listed here under the "Information and Referral" section, provides listings of case managers, public and private. Also check telephone listings under Home Health Services. Other agencies listed here in "Information and Referral" have access to case management information or provide it themselves.

• ABUSE AND NEGLECT INFORMATION

State Department of Human Services Adult Intake Unit. 832-5115.

Honolulu Elderly Affairs Division's Grandparent Resources. 523-4545.

Adult Protective Services. 832-5066.

• NURSING FACILITIES/CARE HOME ASSISTANCE

Department of Health, Care-home information. 692-7400.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman, for nursing, care-home and assisted-living residents. 586-0100.

• HOSPICE

Hospice Hawaii. 924-9255.

St. Francis Hospice. 595-7566.