Shopping Assistance Many enjoy taking trips to the market. In cases where an individual may struggle with lifting and carrying items from a store to home, there are services that can provide personalized support. Home Care agencies (see page 56 ) can shop for you or take you to the store. You may also consider finding a volunteer service to do the same. Hawai ʻ i VA Foundation – Our Kūpuna 808-215-0073 111 Hekili St. #102, Kailua, HI 96734 www.ourkupuna.com Grocery delivery, phone check-ins, and socialization are some offered services for those that live alone and have challenges leaving their home. Referral needed from a Social Worker, Case Manager, or Medical Professional.
BASIC NEEDS – HOUSING Most older adults prefer to age in their home. Those living at home, may need Family Support (see page 32 ). Others may move in with family or choose alternative housing for support, convenience, or social engagement. Those experiencing housing challenges may need Housing Instability resources (see page 13 ). Housing options vary by independence level. Self-sufficient individuals may opt for retirement communities (55+) or low-income housing (62+). Those needing assistance can consider In-Home Assistance (see page 55 ), Adult Residential Care Homes (ARCH), or Assisted Living.
For higher care needs, options include Skilled Nursing, Intermediate Care, Expanded ARCHs, or Foster Family Care Homes. Home Goods In our community, no household should go without necessities. Programs are dedicated to assisting families by providing household essentials at no cost. Organizations operate on a referral and application basis to ensure resources are distributed to those who need them most. Programs thrive through the support of the community; gently used or new household essentials can also be donated . Helping Hands Hawai ʻ i – Community Clearinghouse 808-440-3800 2100 N. Nimitz Hwy. Honolulu, HI 96819 808-536-7234 Receives donated goods to disperse to the public.
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