Children's Community Councils (CCCs) are local community groups dedicated to supporting students with disabilities and their families. The CCCs collaborate with schools, families, and community organizations to improve educational outcomes, provide resources and workshops, and elevate parent voices in systems improvement and policy development.

The SPIN Network has provided amazing support for parents and has created easy to understand infographics for many topics to support families. 

Click here to explore their website.

Tourette Association of America provides information on Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in our community.  The organization provides free information, free presentation to schools, law enforcement,  medical practices.  Informational materials are given to newly diagnosed parents, and parent support.  Also provides zoom meeting on a wide variety of TS and comorbidities related topics both adults,  children and teens.

You can find information on the Hawai'i Chapter on this website.

The Arc of Kona provides services to people with disabilities that encourages personal growth and quality of life through empowerment and choice.

Find out more here!

The Honoka'a Hawks is a team with the East Hawai'i Special Olympics!  Come and meet the athletes and their coaches!

Department of Health, Family Health Services, Children and Youth with Special Health Needs Branch, Specialty Support Program provides care coordination, social work, nutrition, and other services for children with special health care needs age 0-21 years with chronic medical conditions. We can also help youth and young adults, ages 12-21 years old, and their families to prepare for transition to adult health care. 

HFAA provides authentic, non judgmental parent peer support to parents/caregivers with children who have challenges/diagnoses.  We are also parents of children with challenges, so we understand the journey.  

Email hfaa@hfaa.net with any questions.

Boys to Men Mentoring of Hawai'i is a group mentoring program for middle and high school boys.

Emergent Learning Centers provide individualized, evidence-based interventions for children and youth in Hawai‘i who require a higher level of support. Our approach is rooted in applied behavior analysis (ABA) while incorporating relational frame theory (RFT) to enhance cognitive flexibility and problem solving, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to support emotional regulation and value driven behaviors. Our services include one-on-one intervention focusing on skill acquisition, communication, and daily living, as well as group-based learning to foster socialization and interactive skill-building. We also offer consultation services for families, educators, and community providers to ensure consistency across learning environments. With support available in our dedicated treatment centers, in-home settings, and schools, we strive to provide meaningful interventions that respect the values of the local community while equipping children with the skills needed to lead fulfilling lives.

For more info, click here.

ATRC provides information and referral regarding assistive technology and where to purchase devices. Has a loan library of devices for individuals with disabilities. Offers training and equipment demonstration related to assistive devices for consumers, their families, and members of the community.

Kealakehe High School will be joining us to share what their school has to offer students.

Honoka'a High School's Work Based Learning/Student Based Enterprise joins us once again with their pop up cafe, the G & G Cafe!

CHADD of Hawai'i provides education and support for children, adults, and families impacted by ADHD.

Here's their site :)

Kohala High School will be there to highlight their school and the opportunities students have to enrich learning and their transition into adulthood.

Hilopa‘a is your one-stop for information and referral, technical assistance and training.  This Center is staffed by parents and friends of children with special health care needs. We provide free, confidential assistance to families and self advocates and the professionals who serve them.

The West Hawai'i Peer Mentor students will be on hand to provide information on preparing for post high school.

LDAH is the Parent Training & information Center for Hawaii and the Pacific Islands.  We provide information and referral, mentoring and advocacy, education and training to parents and family member of children with disabilities as well as the professionals who serve them.  Our goal is to ensure all children with disabilities receive a proper public education.

For more info, click here!

The Department of Education, HKKK Complex will be providing resources from our different student supports teams.

The Disability Services Program promotes equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities to gain the maximum benefit from their educational/learning experience by participating fully in their regular courses and activities at Hawai‘i Community College.

Check out this Video from HCC!

Provides support for families, to advocate for our keiki.

Come and visit our  community police officers to get information about safety tips.  They will also have their Keiki ID station.

The Comprehensive Service Center (CSC) is a one-stop support and referral service funded by the Hawai‘i State Legislature and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation through a contract with the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa Center on Disability Studies (CDS).

Our mission is to provide comprehensive, accessible services that address the diverse needs of individuals with hearing loss, their families, and the broader community. Through a range of programs and events, including academic offerings, workshops, peer support groups, and accessibility initiatives, we create an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and encouraged to participate fully.

The Hawai‘i & Pacific Deaf-Blind Project provides technical assistance to children and youth who are deaf-blind, birth through 21 years of age, and to their families and service providers here in Hawai‘i and outlying Pacific Island nations/jurisdictions of American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia (Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk, and Yap), Guam,Republic of Palau and Republic of the Marshall Islands.Technical assistance may include:

in-home consultation,

school consultation,

family support,

networking,

in-services,

bi-annual statewide trainings,

referrals to other agencies,

and resources.

Services may be requested by families of children and youth with deaf-blindness, school personnel, and agencies providing services to children and youth with deaf-blindness.

The County of Hawaiʻi Office of Housing & Community Development is responsible for the planning, administration, and operation of all of the County of Hawaiʻi’s housing programs. Our Mission is to provide for the development of viable communities through decent housing, suitable living environments and expanded economic opportunities.

The Hawaii County Mass Transit Agency will be providing resources to support our students in the area of transportation.

Hawaii WIPA (Work Incentives Planning and Assistance) provides in-depth counseling about the effect of work on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), and other disability benefits. The goal of WIPA is to help beneficiaries make informed choices and have a successful transition to self-sufficiency.

Canada France Hawai'i will be providing resources to support our students.

Hawaii County's Department of Human Resources will be providing employment opportunities for students and their families.

Community Case Management Corp assists Hawaii Medicaid Patients with Dental access in Hawaii

The Hawai'i State Council on Developmental Disabilities promotes self-determination for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by contributing to a coordinated and comprehensive service system that is person-centered and family-directed.

For more Info visit:

https://www.hiddcouncil.org/

Empowering people with developmental disabilities to live, work, learn and enjoy a Full Life.