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 Below is a list of available services for
Seniors and the Elderly. Please check back often for new
agencies and links. Waikiki Community Center has a licensed
social worker who assists with case
management, referrals and support each
Tuesday. Stop by the lounge or call (808) 923 1802 to schedule
an appointment.
- Emergency Preparedness - Are you
ready for the next disaster? You may want to be prepared,
just in case. With the recent earthquakes and change in
Mother Nature, read the latest information prepared especially for
Older Adults and Caregivers from the Dept of Health and Human
Services - Dept. of Aging. Updated weather info
from www.weather.com. Other recommended
sites to help prepare include: www.aginginstride.org or www.AoA.gov
- 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. Check our class schedules for
AARP Safe Driving Classes held throughout the year.
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Alzheimer
Association - Information on Alzheimer's
Disease, Dementia and Resources and Preventive Measures.
1.800.272.390 http://www.alz.org/hawaii/
- Are you Prepared for a National
Disaster? Checklist of important items
to pack and begin to organize.
- Aging and Resource Disability Resource
Center - State of Hawaii Your one-stop source for information, assistance, and
access to community resources and services for older adults,
people with disabilities and family caregivers. Resources to help
you make decisions about quality of life.
- Aloha United Way. The purpose of Aloha United Way (AUW) is to
provide leadership to bring people together to create a healthier,
more compassionate community. 200 North Vineyard Boulevard,
Suite 700, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817-3938 · Telephone (808) 536-1951
or call 211 for more information and referrals.
- Senior Help and
Info from the Government. http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Seniors.shtml
- Caregiver's Resources
http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Health/caregivers.shtml
- Catholic Charities
Programs to shelter the homeless, counsel and
nurture the abused, educate immigrants, provide a refuge for
pregnant women and sustain seniors' independence. Phone (808) 521-HELP
(4357).
- Elderly Affairs Division, C&C 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.
- 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.
- 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/.
- Medicare Benefits - www.aarp.com or email stam@aarp.org
Contact WCC or AARP on suggestions on how to
write the letters to Members of Congress and local
newspapers. We have also included contact information
for Members of Congress and local newspapers. The
letters should be individual and personal. To be
effective, we need to avoid a form letter or a letter that is
signed by a group of people. If sending a letter to a
neighbor island newspaper, the letter should also be sent to the
Star Advertiser.
Additionally, AARP Hawaii will be submitting opinion
pieces to local newspapers on the need to fix the problem of cuts
to Medicare payments to doctors. If you know someone
who has had trouble finding a doctor willing to accept Medicare
patients, or is concerned about this possibility, please have them
contact Associate State Director, Bruce Bottorff, at (808)
545-6006 or bbottorff@aarp.org.
Please contact me should you have any
questions. Thanks for your help on this critical
issue.
Steve
Tam
AARP
Hawaii
1132
Bishop St., Ste 1920
Honolulu,
HI, 96813-2813
Email:
stam@aarp.org
Office:
(808) 545-6005
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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.
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Social
Security Office The
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability
programs are the largest of several Federal programs that provide
assistance to people with disabilities. While these two programs
are different in many ways, both are administered by the Social
Security Administration and only individuals who have a disability
and meet medical criteria may qualify for benefits under either
program
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SOCIAL SECURITY
RM 1-114 FED
BLDG
300 ALA MOANA BLVD
HONOLULU, HI
96850
Phone
Numbers:
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| Toll-Free |
1-800-772-1213 |
| TTY |
1-800-325-0778 |
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Red
Cross - sign up for their monthly e-newsletter
for news and tips on disasters and updates. www.redcross.org
- Housing
and Mortgage Guide for Seniors.
This
site/guide has been created with the sole purpose of guiding the
older members of society and senior family members through the
sometimes cumbersome process of purchasing and maintaining real
estate.
Whilst aimed at a specific demographic, this
guide is freely accessible to anyone and everyone looking to get
informed on the steps and processes involved in getting onto the
property ladder. Information and
guide to housing and mortgages especially for seniors. Learn
more how to save money and make the right choices. WCC
provides these links as a guide and does not endorse any company
or agency.
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Home Energy Assistance Program through Honolulu Community Action
Program.
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The C&C of Honolulu offers a real property tax
credit to property owners who meet certain eligibility
requirements. If you
qualify, the maximum real property tax owed would not exceed 3% or
$5 of y our income, depending on
age.
What are the Eligibility
Requirements?
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Homeowners must have a home exemption in effect at the
time of application and the 2012-2013 tax
years.
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Any of the title holders do not own any other property
anywhere.
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The combined income of all titleholders for 2010 cannot
exceed $50,000.
How
Do I Apply for the Tax Credit Program? Complete
an application available at the following locations after July 1,
2011:
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All Satellite City Hall
locations.
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Treasury Division in Honolulu Hale, 530 So. King St. #115
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Tax Relief Section, Standard Financial Bldg. 715 So. King St.
#505
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Online at www.honolulu.gov/budget/treasury_division.htm
What is the Application
Deadline? September 30,
2011
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Applications must be postmarked by Sept. 30, 2011 or received
at the Division of Treasury by 4:30 p.m.
Important
Reminder:
You
must apply annually for
this credit.
For more information contact the
Real Property Tax Relief Office at (808) 768-3205.
Information furnished
is subject to change without
notice.
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM
Help with high cost of energy.
Do you need help with your utility bill? Low income families are
invited to apply for one of two programs to help with the high cost
of energy. Contact your
local Honolulu Community Action Program. Proof of income &
residency and other documents needed to qualify. Call 847-0804.
Malama Seniors in Waikiki –Case
Management Services
For seniors and their caregivers, finding the right
services to assist with challenges, identifying the right support
systems, and contacting and explaining one’s situation can be very
overwhelming! Sometimes
seeking help is like speaking a foreign language. Let us help! Waikiki Community Center is
so fortunate to have Jiro Arase, MSW, LSW working with the
Malama Seniors in Waikiki Program. Jiro is on-site and
available for appointments on Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30
p.m. Call (808)
923-1802 to schedule an appointment for this valuable, free
service. Jiro is also fluent in Japanese and able to assist
with your needs.
.ARE YOU PREPARED FOR A
DISASTER?
Waikiki and
Jefferson Schools are the closest shelters in the Waikiki
area. You may decide on a different shelter on higher grounds
if you have transportation. (Kaimuki High, Neal Blaisdell
Center or Roosevelt High School.)
Here's a
suggested Disaster Supply Kit every home should have. Please
plan ahead and prepare in the event of an emergency.
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Water, at least 1 gallon
daily per person for 3 to 7 days.
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Food - enough for 3 to 7
days to include non perishable packaged or canned food and/or
juices; snack foods; non electric can opener; cooking tools,
cooking fuel, paper plates, plastic utensils.
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Blankets and Pillows,
etc.
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Clothing - seasonal,
rainy gear, sturdy shoes.
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First Aid Kit, Medicines
and Prescription drugs.
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Special Items for family
members, children and elderly.
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Toiletries, hygiene
items, antibacterial soap and moisture wipes.
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Flashlight,
batteries
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Radio - battery operated
and NOAA weather radio.
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Cash - ATMs and banks
may not be open or available for extended periods.
Traveler's checks are also good to carry.
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Take pictures of
everything you own of value and send a 2nd set to a distant
relative or friend.
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Keys - make duplicates
of all keys, keep a 2nd and 3rd set with a friend or safe
place.
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Toys, books,
games.
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Important documents in a
waterproof container to include insurance, medical records,
bank account numbers, Social
Security card, etc. Send copies to a distant relative,
lawyer for safe keeping, yet easily accessible in time of
need.
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Tools - keep a set with
you during the storm.
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Vehicle fuel tanks
filled.
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Pet care items.
Proper ID, immunization records, medications, ample food and
water, carrier or cage,muzzle and leash. (return to
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