Home Delivered and Congregate Meals Homemaker and Attendant Care Housing Information and Assistance Legal Information and Assistance Personal Care Senior Centers Transportation The EAD also has an Information and Assistance Branch that offers the following: A Kūpuna Helpline that provides telephone consultation, information, and referral to services Assessments of frail and homebound elders for Kūpuna Care services Community engagement through presentations, event exhibits, publications, and our website Advances in healthcare and differing lifestyles have made the frail and aging a more diverse group.
Many people in their ‘50s are developing chronic conditions requiring ongoing care, while some in their ‘80s and ‘90s remain independent, but face dementia or social isolation. Today's older adults span multiple generations, each with unique values, adding complexity to Hawai ʻ i’s aging population. The Aging Network, a collection of groups and providers supporting older adults, now needs more collaboration and innovation. As aging impacts everyone, understanding the process helps improve care and prevent crises.
Whether you are a grandchild caring for grandparents, a working adult managing your parents' health, or simply a neighbor, knowing how to handle dementia, recognize isolation or exploitation, or navigate the healthcare system can significantly impact your loved ones and community. 8