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HomeMy WebLinkAboutKupuna News A Magazine For And About Hawai`i's Seniors (April - June 2018)Elderly Activities Division's Kupuna News A Magazine for and about Hawai`i's Seniors Vol. 20 No. 2 April-June 2018 3rd Annual Hawai‘i Senior Ukulele Festival Hilo Civic Auditorium, April 12 Hawai‘i State Senior Karaoke Revue Aunty Sally’s Lu‘au Hale, April 26 RSVP: Blood Drives Kailua LDS Church, May 9 Aunty Sally’s Lu‘au Hale, May 22 Senior Line Dance & Workshop Workshop, Aunty Sally’s Lu‘au Hale, May 15 Senior Line Dance, O‘ahu, June 6-7 Big Island Senior Golf Tournament Waikoloa Kings Course, May 18 Hawai‘i Kupuna Softball Tournament Maka‘eo Park, Kona, June 28-29 Published quarterly by the County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation Elderly Activities Division Information and Assistance Hilo (808) 961-8777 Kona (808) 323-4320 Harry Kim Mayor, County of Hawai‘i Coordinated Services for the Elderly Coran Kitaoka, EAD Operations Assistant Director, (808) 323-4320 Christine Namahoe-Loo, East Hawai‘i (808) 961-8777, Jodie Torres, West Hawai‘i (808) 323-4320 Mahalo Billie Keawekane-Beere With over 25 years of serving the Kupuna population, Billie Keawekane-Beere retires from Coordinated Services for the Elderly. Billie started with the County on December 16, 2014 and felt there was more to give. She didn’t know in what capacity she could continue, but knew she needed to keep moving. Working with seniors motivated me, she replied. As times are changing, she reflected, “Don’t forget why you are here, to help our Kupuna.” We will miss you, but know you are never far…A Hui Hou! Group Photo Front L-R: Jun Ishimine, Cherine Pai, Billie Keawekane-Beere. Back L-R: Cynthia “Leihua” Malani, Carrie Ikawa, Roblynn “Missy” Yomes, Wendy Souza, Christine Namahoe-Loo, Ruth Prasad. Kupuna of Miloli‘i CSE Kona is expanding services to include the district of Miloli’i.  On February 16, 2018 Kona CSPA Junie-Ann Kamoku and West Hawai‘i Program Director Jodie Torres provided a Senior Identification Card session in Miloli‘i and meet and greet following a six week Chronic Disease Self-Management class offered by the Hawai‘i County Office of Aging for the community. The Senior Identification Card session went very well for the first time. By offering this service our CSE staff were able to find out the needs of the Kupuna in the community and to introduce the services we provide. We look forward to expanding our services to South Kona and the Kupuna of Miloli‘i. For more information please contact Junie-Ann Kamoku at our Yano Hall office (808) 323-3190 or Kona office (808) 323-4320. Group Photo Junie-Ann Kamoku, CSPA Kona providing senior information and assistance to Kupuna at Miloli‘i Beach Park. Kupuna News 2 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 County of Hawai‘i Offers Home Repair Loans   The Office of Housing and Community Development is currently accepting applications to its’ Residential Repair Program (RRP). The RRP is a low interest loan program available to eligible low-and moderate-income homeowners who are interested in repairing and improving their primary residence. The RRP loan can be used for, but not limited to, roof repairs, electrical and plumbing work, sewer improvements, termite treatment, repairs to damages caused by termites or wood rot and the installation of a solar water heating system. In addition, it could be used for home modifications to meet the needs of a person with disabilities. Loans range from $2,500 to $25,000 at 3% simple interest.  Loan payments are deferred for 15 years, at which time full payment will be due.  Applicants 62 years or older or with persons with a disability, may be eligible to have 30% of the principal balance of the loan forgiven at end of the loan period. Applications and program information may be found on-line at  http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/office-of-housing. For more information or an application packet contact: Kimberly Pacheco Special Programs Coordinator County of Hawai‘i Office of Housing & Community Development Phone: (808) 959-4642 Fax: (808) 959-9308 E-mail: ohcdloans@hawaiicounty.gov Tropic Care Returns June 18 thru June 28 Kea‘au High School Free Services Medical Health Screenings School Sports Physicals Dental Services Eye Exams Hearings Screenings Nutritional Services Veteran Services Prescription Eye Glasses Please come prepared with: Water Snacks Current Glasses Current Medications First Come, First Served - Be prepared for a long wait. Food trucks may be on site for food purchase throughout the event. For more information please contact the Public Health Nurse (808) 974-6035 2018 Senior Advisory Council Meeting was held on February 2, at the West Hawai‘i Civic Center in Kona. Senior Club Presidents, Nutrition Representatives and RSVP Advisory Council Members were hosted by EAD staff who provided information for their upcoming senior program events and to discuss district problems and concerns. The next EAD I&A District Team Meetings will be held on July 17, East Hawai‘i, ADRC Hilo and July 18, West Hawai‘i, WHCC Kona. Kupuna News 3 April-June 2018 SENIOR IDENTIFICATION CARD SCHEDULE SENIOR IDENTIFICATION CARD SCHEDULE SENIOR IDENTIFICATION CARD SCHEDULE SENIOR IDENTIFICATION CARD SCHEDULE APRIL 02, Mon. Hilo Kamana Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 03, Tues. Kona K-Mart, Kailua-Kona 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. 03, Tues. Puna Pāhoa Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 04, Wed. Puna Kea‘au Community Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 09, Mon. HOVE St. Jude’s Church 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 09, Mon. Kohala Kohala CSE “Old Bank of Hawai‘i Building” 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. 10, Tues. Waimea Lily Yoshimatsu Senior Center 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 10, Tues. Kona Walmart, Kailua-Kona 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. 18, Wed. Honoka‘a Hale Hau‘oli Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 25, Wed. Kona West Hawai‘i Civic Center - Building B 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. MAY 01, Tues. Kona Walmart, Kailua-Kona 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. 04, Fri. Puna Kea‘au Community Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 07, Mon. Hilo Kamana Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 08, Tues. Waimea Lily Yoshimatsu Senior Center 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 08, Tues. Puna Pāhoa Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 14, Mon. Ka‘ū Pāhala HI Housing Center 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. 14, Mon. Ka‘ū Nā‘ālehu Community Center 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. 14, Mon. Kohala Kohala CSE “Old Bank of Hawai‘i Building” 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. 15, Tues. Kona Yano Hall Canceled 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. 18, Fri. Hilo CSE Pāpa‘aloa Office 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. 23, Wed. Honoka‘a Hale Hau‘oli Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 30, Wed. Kona West Hawai‘i Civic Center - Building B 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. JUNE 04, Mon. Hilo Kamana Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 05, Tues. Kona K-Mart, Kailua-Kona 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. 05, Tues. Puna Pāhoa Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 06, Wed. Puna Kea‘au Community Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 12, Tues. Waimea Lily Yoshimatsu Senior Center 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 12, Tues. Kona Walmart, Kailua-Kona 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. 13, Wed. Honoka‘a Hale Hau‘oli Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 18, Mon. HOVE St. Jude’s Church 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 27, Wed. Kona West Hawai‘i Civic Center - Building B 9:00 – 12:00 p.m. For Senior Citizen Information & Assistance Call East Hawai‘i Hilo (808) 961-8777 Kea‘au (808) 966-5800 Pāhoa (808) 965-2705 Nā‘ālehu (808) 939-2504 Pāhala (808) 928-3100 West Hawai‘i Kona (808) 323-4320 Kohala (808) 889-6502 Waimea (808) 887-3008 Honoka‘a (808) 775-7503 MAHALO AARP! For providing their valuable islandwide free tax aide services to Hawai‘i’s Kupuna. Kupuna News 4 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 Eldelry Recreation Services Iris Higa, Program Director (808) 961-8710 Randell Kokubun, N/S Hilo 961-8710 Vacant, Puna/Ka‘ū 966-5801 Kelly Hudik, West Hawai‘i 323-4340 ELDERLY RECREATION SERVICES HELLO 2018! We are looking forward to another awesome year with all of you wonderful seniors and we promise that it will be filled with lots of exciting events and activities. Thank you for your continued support of our program and we are honored to be of service to our community. Call our offices at: Hilo 961-8710, Kea‘au 966-5801 and Kona 323-4340 for more information about our programs, or visit us online at http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/pr-elderly/ 2018 ERS Teachers & Volunteers “Wild, Wild West” Recognition Luncheon Over 275 seniors came to recognize over 125 of our dedicated, hardworking teachers and volunteers for our program. The day was filled with great entertainment, lots of door prizes and delicious western food. On behalf of all of us at ERS we would like to say THANK YOU to all that supports our program. YEEEHAW!!! Kupuna News 5 April-June 2018 Senior Activities Pāpa‘ikou Seniors enjoying their Christmas Party at Don’s Grill King Paul Kurpita, Queen Sumiko Kawasaki - At the Valentine’s "Hop"-Kohala Sr. Ctr. (Pictured Below) The Waikoloa Senior Club ready to head out on a whale watching adventure. Waimea Senior Club hosted the 2nd Annual Cherry Bake-Off Contest during this year’s Cherry Blossom Festival. Governor Ige was in attendance to check out the delicious sweets! Pōmaika‘i Seniors excursion to Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Farm. Hakalau Seniors enjoying their Christmas present of a microwave and television for their club. The Yano Hall Seniors enjoyed their end of the year party by hitting the gaming tables and having a casino Christmas! Ground Golf Turkey Trot and Bingo Event: Annual ground golf and bingo event for the Puna and Ka‘ū Districts was held at the Nā‘ālehu Community Center on November 17.  For ground golf were; 1st place John Froysland of Srs of Paradise, 2nd tied Keoki Uyehara from Kea‘au and Francis Lincoln from Pāhoa, Hole-in-One was Annie Kaaukai from Pāhoa. Kupuna News 6 Information & Assistance (808) 961-8777 On November 17, 2017 from 10am-1pm at Pana‘ewa Gym, a district event called “Bring Your Talent” was held there. Pana‘ewa, Pepe‘ekeō, Pa‘auilo, Honoka‘a, and Pōmaika‘i senior clubs performed for the event.  They had lunch from Hiro’s and really enjoyed it.  It was a great event. ERS would like to wish Margaret Yafuso a HAPPY RETIREMENT! Margaret’s last day with ERS was December 31, 2017 and we will miss her lots! Thank you for all of your years of service and hard work! BINGO!!!! Kamana’s Bingo for Fun Class on Wednesdays at Aunty Sally’s. Handbuilding Ceramics Student at Kamana enjoying her finished pieces. Kristina Lilleeng’s sewing class made beautiful sensory blankets for patients at Life Care Center. Kupuna News 7 April-June 2018 Home & Home Senior Bowling Tournament 65 Senior bowlers from around the Island came together to have a friendly bowling tournament at KBXtreme’s Bowling Alley in Kailua-Kona. The players enjoyed a “cookie strike” table and awesome prizes. Tee Up for the Big Island Senior Golf! The Big Island Senior Golf Tournament is back! The tournament co-sponsored by the Big Island Candies Foundation, Waikoloa Kings Course, and the County of Hawai‘i, Department of Parks & Recreation, Elderly Activities Division-Special Programs, will be held Friday, May 18 at the Waikoloa Kings Course. This event is open to all Big Island residents aged 55 or older. Residents can enter the tournament as a foursome or individually. The tournament fee is $95 per person which includes greens fees, cart, lunch, and gratuities. Slots are available to the first 140 entrants on a first come first serve basis. Tournament format is 18 holes; low net with an established handicap index as of March 2018, the maximum handicap index is 30 for men and 36 for women. All USGA and special course rules will apply. Golfers will be divided into 4 flights; men and women aged 55-64, and men and women aged 65+. Tournament entry forms will be available beginning March 14th at the West Hawai‘i Elderly Recreation office (West Hawai‘i Civic Center, Bldg. B), Hilo Kamanā Senior Center and at the Nā‘ālehu or Waimea Coordinated Services for the Elderly office. Tournament fees must accompany completed registration fees to be confirmed. The deadline for submission of entry forms and payments is April 20, 2018. Completed forms and payments will only be accepted at the West & East Hawai‘i Elderly Recreation offices. For more information call Kelly Hudik at the ERS office in Kona at 323-4340 or Iris in Hilo at 961-8710. Congratulations to those fit men and women that participated in this year’s Senior Strut! We had a beautiful day for a 1 mile or 3.1 mile run/walk. After the “strut” the runners were entered into a drawing for coffee donated by Kunitake Farms. Prizes donated by Big Island Candies were awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in the both the 5k and 1-mile distances. Kupuna News 8 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Kaui Paleka-Kama, Program Director, (808) 961-8730 Kathleen Azevedo, East Hawai‘i (808) 961-8730, Joy Foster, West Hawai‘i (808) 323-4333 Nā‘ālehu, Pāhala, Hāmākua, Puna, North Hilo, Rural South Hilo & Ke Ola Pono No Nā Kūpuna 2018 Recognition Event January 26, 2018 Nani Mau Gardens Ho’oulu Ka Mana Ke Kūpuna HONORING 30 YEARS OF VOLUNTEER SERVICE! Mieko Soken 30 years volunteering at YWCA. Tomoe “Violet” Oketani 30 years volunteering at various stations. The Soken family travelled far and wide to celebrate their mother’s milestone. Her 6 children came from the Outer Islands, Kona and the Mainland to join in the celebration. Also in attendance are Michelle Fleming & Lissa van Kralingen from the YWCA. Along with Roann Okamura-EAD Director and Roxcie Waltjen-P & R Director Roann Okamura-EAD DIR, Maria Yano & Roxcie Waltjen-P & R Dir Kupuna News 9 April-June 2018 20 years Back: Roann Okamura-EAD Dir, Bernice Tanioka, Irene Angot & Roxcie Waltjen-P & R Dir. Front: Myra Aina-Paul, Barbara Manuwa, Loretta Barro, Sachi Ishihara, Jacqueline Rapoza, Sumiko Ito & Teruko Ikeuchi 15 years Roann Okamura-EAD Dir, Penny Madamba, Elsie DeMattos, Sally Dela Cruz & Roxcie Waltjen-P & R Dir MAHALO to the Kupuna’s for providing the wonderful entertainment! 5 years Charlene Faria, Miriam Conley, Lovey Toki, Rosalina Rosario & Clara Carvalho Honoring the Volunteers Rep Tulsi Gabbard Mayor Harry Kim Ian Takashiba for Sen Schatz Dr. Kimo Alameda HCOA Roxcie Waltjen Director of Parks & Rec Roann Okamura Director of Elderly Act Div Lurlyne “Kaui” Paleka-Kama, Prog Dir-RSVP Kupuna News 10 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 MAHALO for the great music... DARLENE AHUNA RSVP In Action AKAMAI LIVING FAIR—WEST HAWAI`I 11/3/2017 Kupuna News 11 April-June 2018 OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE —COMMUNITY FIRST: Help devise Advance Health Care Directives by serving as a presenter, providing follow-up, or assisting with clerical tasks. Good learning opportunity. —PUNA COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER: Need volunteers to assist with clerical tasks and reception in busy community health clinic. —KU‘IKAHI MEDIATION CENTER: Volunteer opportunities include light clerical work (shredding, data entry, etc.) once or twice a month; note taking in District Court weekly on Mondays or Wednesday mornings; or becoming a professionally trained volunteer mediator via attendance at Basic Mediation Training and subsequent apprenticeship program. Contact Julie Mitchell at 935-7844 x 5 or julie@hawaiimediation.org Contact East Hawai‘i CSPA @ 961-8730 for this and other opportunities —HOPE SERVICES-KONA FRIENDLY PLACE: Assist staff with supportive services; work with homeless population. —KOHALA VILLAGE HUB: The HUB supports regional efforts to strengthen Kohala’s social, economic and environmental fabric through programs, services, lodging and community facilities. Various volunteer opportunities available. —DAUGHTERS OF HAWAI‘I HULIHE‘E PALACE: Help is needed as a Docent/Welcome Desk, with Collections (artifact preservation, data entry, exhibits), Sales and Retail (gift shop), and office help (data entry, typing, printing, etc.) Contact West Hawai‘i CSPA @ 323-4333 for this and other opportunities Kupuna News 12 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 Nutrition Program Highlights Carla Carpenter Kabalis, Program Director, (808) 961-8726 Michael Au, Community Service Program Assistant II, (808) 961-8726 The Hawai‘i County Nutrition Program provides two services for Seniors 60 years and older. Congregate Dining: Nutrition sites are located around the island. It is a half a day well elderly program that provides lunch, nutrition and consumer education, socialization, and other fun activities. 2. Meals on Wheels: Homebound due to illness or disability. Contact the Hawai‘i County Nutrition Program at 961-8726 Happy 101 BIRTHDAY and Aloha Keanalu Celebrate Mrs.Fujiyo Kuroyama celebrated her 101, Birthday on January 30, 2018. She attends the Hilo Nutrition Program and enjoys playing bingo, socializing, and eating lunch. Pictured to the right is Fujiyo, she attended a Health Fair on her birthday and met Keanalu. Aloha Keanalu Chartrand our CSW III at Pāpa‘aloa Nutrition will miss everyone. He will work for Recreation as the new Program Director II in Honoka‘a. Keanalu loved working with the seniors and was honored to meet Fujiyo who turned a 101 on his last day of work. Kupuna News 13 April-June 2018 Nutrition Sites Around The Island Pāpa‘aloa Nutrition enjoys lunch and crafts on a beautiful sunny day at Onekahakaha Beach Park Alu Like seniors entertained Hōlualoa Nutrition at their site. Mahalo! Kulaimano Nutrition learns how to design and print shirts. Kung Hee Fat Choy! Year of the Dog! Naalehu Nutrition and Pahala Nutrition below, made craft dogs in celebration of the Year of the Dog. Kupuna News 14 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 Senior Training & Employment Program Mark Kunzer, Program Director, (808) 961-8750 HERE'S THE NEWS SENIORS IN TRAINING Hawai‘i County Economic Opportunity Council, Food Service Program STEP Enrollees, William Roach and Nancy Randall are part of HCEOC Food Service Program which offers on the job training for seniors interested in culinary arts. The Senior Training & Employment Program (STEP) assists eligible, unemployed, low-income job seekers age 55 years or older in getting temporary but current work experience and training. STEP helps Seniors receive training to aid them in return to the workforce. Participants work an average of 19 hours per week and are paid at the current minimum wage. County of Hawai‘i Parks & Recreation, EAD—Nutrition Program STEP Enrollee, Veronica Skelly is training as a Nutrition Aide for the County of Hawai‘i—Nutrition Program at Aunty Sally’s Lu‘au House in Hilo. Pictured above, STEP Program Director, Mark Kunzer, STEP Enrollee, Thomas Dela Cruz, STEP Enrollee, Veronica Skelly, Nutrition Program Participants Mary Figueroa and Lucille Manuia County of Hawai‘i Parks & Recreation, Elderly Activities Division Senior Training & Employment Program 1055 Kino‘ole Street, Suite 107, Hilo, HI 96720 Telephone: (808) 961-8750, Fax: (808) 961-8752 E-mail: senioremployment@hawaiicounty.gov Kupuna News 15 April-June 2018 Roann Okamura EAD Operations Director Coran Kitaoka EAD Operations Assistant Director Kelly Hudik Program Director II ERS West Hawai‘i Randell Kokubun Program Director II ERS Hilo Vacant Program Director II ERS Puna/Ka‘ū Vacant Recreation Technician II ERS Hilo Jean Andrade Recreation Aide, ERS Michael Au CSPA II, HCNP Lorrie Akina-Ferguson CSPA, CSE Hāmākua Jeffrey Gaeth CSPA, CSE Pāhoa Junie-Ann Kamoku CSPA, CSE Kona Karen Kotaki CSPA, CSE Kea‘au Cynthia “Leihua” Malani CSPA, CSE Hilo Arlene Ohara CSPA, CSE Waimea Terry Saito CSPA, CSE Ka‘ū Vacant CSPA, CSE Kohala Kathleen Azevedo CSPA, RSVP E. Hawai‘i Joy Foster CSPA, RSVP W. Hawai‘i CALENDAR OF EVENTS APRIL 1: EASTER SUNDAY 2: ERS: Spring Classes Begin April 2 to June 8 Hilo (808) 961-8710 Kea‘au (808) 966-5801 Kona (808) 323-4340 12: ERS: 3rd Annual Hawai‘i Senior Ukulele Festival Hilo Civic Auditorium 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Iris Higa, (808) 961-8710 26: ERS: Hawai‘i State Senior Karaoke Revue Aunty Sally’s Lu‘au Hale 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Iris Higa, (808) 961-8710 MAY 4: Outstanding Older Americans Awards Luncheon Waikoloa Village 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Office of Aging, (808) 961-8600 9: RSVP: Blood Drive Kailua LDS Church, Kona 7:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Joy Foster, (808) 323-4333 15: ERS: Line Dance Workshop Aunty Sally’s Lu‘au Hale 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. ERS, (808) 961-8710 18: ERS: Big Island Senior Golf Tournament Waikoloa Kings Course Check in 7:00 a.m. Shotgun Start 7:30 a.m. Kelly Hudik, (808) 323-4340 22: RSVP: Blood Drive Aunty Sally’s Lu‘au Hale 7:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Kathleen Azevedo, (808) 961-8730 28: MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY JUNE 6-7: ERS: Senior Line Dance Paladium (Ala Wai Golf Course), O‘ahu ERS, (808) 961-8710 11: KING KAMEHAMEHA I DAY HOLIDAY OBSERVED 18: ERS: Summer Class Registration Begins Summer Classes begin on July 9 to September 14 Hilo (808) 961-8710 Kea‘au (808) 966-5801 Kona (808) 323-4340 28-29: ERS: 44th Annual Hawai‘i Kupuna Softball Tournament Maka‘eo Park, Kona Randell Kokubun, (808) 961-8710 The County of Hawai‘i does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admissions or access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs or activities. Should you require any special needs, contact the respective program at least 10 days prior to the event. If you are unable to provide the advance notice, the Elderly Activities Division staff will attempt to make a reasonable accommodation to satisfy the request as long as it does not impose an undue hardship.