In KGMB9's hour-long special, "The Genius of Aging," we'll explore the different decisions some families are making for the long-term care of their loved ones. We'll also explore some of the local resources available to Hawaii's kupuna and their caregivers, and see exactly what it means to "age actively."

Join host Kim Gennaula and world-renowned geriatrician Dr. Bill Thomas as we work towards creating a "new old age" for Hawaii and its people.

AARP HAWAII
Phone: (808) 545-6006
http://www.aarp.org/hi

ALU LIKE ELDERLY SERVICES
KUMU KAHI PROGRAM
Phone: (808) 535-1328
http://www.alulike.org/services/kumukahi.html

THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION, ALOHA CHAPTER
Phone: (808) 591-2771
www.alzhi.org

HALE KUIKE MEMORY CARE RESIDENCE
Phone: (808) 595-6770
http://www.halukuike.com

HAWAII FAMILY CAREGIVER COALITION
Phone: (808) 586-0100
Provides newsletter and information on caregiving statewide; family caregiver advocacy and support

HAWAII MEALS ON WHEELS
Phone: (808) 988-6747
www.hmow.org
Volunteer opportunities; hot meals for frail or disabled homebound persons.
**(It would take only 50 more volunteers on Oahu to accommodate the 100 clients on a waiting list)

KOKUA COUNCIL
One of Hawaii’s oldest advocacy groups; informative website on aging issues
http://kokuacouncil.blogspot.com/

KUPUNA EDUCATION CENTER
Contact: Cullen Hayashida
Kapiolani Community College
Phone: (808) 734-9469
http://www.kupunaeducation.com/

MALUHIA ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER
Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
Phone: (808) 832-5659

MANOA COTTAGE
Phone: (808) 943-8766
www.manoacottage.com

MAUNALANI NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
Phone: (808) 732-0771
www.maunalani.org

PROJECT DANA
Phone: (808) 945-3736
http://www.moiliilihongwanji.org/Project_Dana_.htm
(Statewide volunteering, help for homebound frail elders or disabled persons; free home safety assessments statewide)

STATE OF HAWAII EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING
Phone: (808) 586-0100
http://www2.state.hi.us/eoa/
Hawaii's "Aging Network" information and resources.

THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CENTER ON AGING
http://www.hawaii.edu/aging/

DR. BILL THOMAS' Blog
http://kgmb9.com/aging/

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