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Elder Rights

 

The elderly face issues that are specific to their population. These challenges are different from what other members of the community may encounter. Many elders are dependent on others for help with their daily living activities, transportation, and general health. Unfortunately, many elders are unknowingly mistreated by their caregivers. Mistreatment of those caring for elders is called "elder abuse".

 

Hawai'i Adult Protective Services Program

The State Department of Human Services, Adult and Community Care Services Branch (ACCSB) provides protective services for vulnerable dependent adults and home- and community-based services to prevent premature institutionalization of clients

 

Older Americans Act
The Older Americans Act was first signed into law July 14, 1965. This law provided funds for research and service programs to help elderly Americans. The Administration on Aging hosts this web page that provides comprehensive information on the Older Americans Act.

 

Facts about Law and the Elderly
Facts about Law and the Elderly is an online book that discusses elder abuse. The online book also provides information about the rights of grandparents and end of life planning.
 

Nursing Home Law and Resident Rights
The Nursing Home Law and Resident Rights is a web page that contains both a summary version, as well as the complete laws regarding the rights of those living in nursing homes.

 

 
 

  

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A free, educational series for family caregivers from the Alzheimer's Association.  Click here for more information.

Life, Love, Grief...and You

Conference on October 1, 2010, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m at the Koolau Golf Club presented by St. Francis Hospice.   is for those who want to assist others who grieve and to find comfort after a loss of a loved one.  For more information click here. 

2010 Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

Voucher booklets worth $50.00 available to seniors 60 years of age or older with a household annual income of less than $23,051 for single person or $31,006 for a couple.  Vouchers are redeemable for locally-grown fruits and vegetables at any City & County People’s Open Market vendors certified for this program (from June – October 31, 2010). For more information click here

Palolo Chinese Home - Persons in Need Grant

Subsidizes overnight respite in their Care Home and Home Delivered Meals in the Palolo/Kaimuki area.  Click here for more information.

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