Happy Aloha Friday! Check out the latest Do Good Volunteer Newsletter from our volunteer team, Randi & Tiffany. There has been so much going on at Lanakila Pacific! We’re gearing up for another great March For Meals. It’s set for Thursday, March 1st at 10:30 AM at the State Capitol. Please come down and help …
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On November 16, we opened our first program beyond Oahu! Led by Kauaians, Manager Carol Horner, Chef Frank Guillermo and Ed Okomoto, Lanakila Kitchen Kaua’i provides work training for people with disabilities and “Good To Go” food and meal services for the community. All proceeds directly support training and employment opportunities for people with challenged …
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Last night, Lanakila Workforce Resources recognized the achievements of 17 graduates, as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Hard Rock Café and Signs of Self were also recognized for their outstanding commitment to improving employment opportunities for those living with disabilities. Congratulations to all of our graduates and honorees!! Special mahalo to KITV for …
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By Simplicio Paragas Under her doctor’s strict orders, Diane “Hina” Kahanu is only allowed to walk to and from her kitchen and bathroom. And even then she has to wear a special orthopedic boot as a result of a crippling injury to the side of her foot. With limited and restricted mobility, the 66 year …
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On Thursday, October 6th at 6PM restaurant goers will sit down to a special dinner that will benefit our Kupuna here in Hawai’i. Lyn Moku, Director of Lanakila Meals on Wheels and our marketing team have been working hard with Pang Communications and our local news outlets to spread the word about our signature annual …
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Lanakila Pacific’s TEAM Conference took place in two sessions; one over the weekend and the other on Wednesday night. Both sessions had good energy, a lot of heart and laughs, and plenty of TEAM Lanakila spirit. Glenn Furuya, president & CEO of Leadership Works, gave a fantastic talk on what it means to provide excellent …
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The true face of senior hunger in America is shocking and unsettling. Still, there are long-standing myths in our culture that perpetuate apathy towards this growing crisis. Many people believe the government will take care of the problem and that only poor seniors face the threat of hunger. In her latest contribution to the Huffington …
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Here at Lanakila Pacific we fight daily for the inclusion and acceptance of people living with disAbilities. That’s why, when we hear about others battling to raise awareness for their particular disability we are honored to learn more about, and share, their stories with friends and ohana of Lanakila Pacific. Enter family friend of our …
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