DHS in the News: Let state pursue SNAP eligibles
National research shows that a large percentage of Hawaii residents who are eligible for SNAP are not receiving benefits. More aggressive outreach could be worth $50 million to $150 million annual...
View ArticleFormer Foster Child Makes the DHS Proud
Former foster child, Francesca Weems, visited an Oahu/Big Island BESSD SNAP training class on April 4, 2015.
View ArticleDHS on Generations Radio – Preventing Elder Abuse
Elliot Kano, Administrator of the Department of Human Services (DHS) Social Services Division (SSD) Adult Protective & Community Services Branch (APCSB) was interviewed March 14, 2015 on...
View ArticleOahu Homeless Point in Time Count Report Released
The 2015 Point in Time Count for the City and County of Honolulu has been completed. The Department of Human Services (DHS) Homeless Programs Office (HPO), City and County of Honolulu, and Partners in...
View ArticleHomeless Services – Shifting the Paradigm
State officials are crafting a strategy to reduce Hawaii's homeless populations. State Homelessness Coordinator, Colin Kippen, and director of the Utah Homeless Task Force, Lloyd Pendelton, discuss...
View ArticleOregon Medicaid chief selected as new Hawaii Med-QUEST division administrator
HONOLULU -- The Department of Human Services (DHS) is pleased to announce that Judy Mohr Peterson, Ph.D., will join the department as the new Med-QUEST Division (MQD) Administrator. Dr. Mohr Peterson...
View ArticleCelebrate Fathers & Father’s Day
The Hawaii Coalition for Dads and the State Commission on Fatherhood invite all Hawaii fathers, father figures, and their families to the 17th Annual Celebrate Father’s Day celebration. The June 20,...
View ArticleWhat Now? A Conversation about DHS with Rep. Cindy Evans
Hawaii Rep. Cindy Evans (D) North Kona, North Kohala, South Kohala, talks to Rachael Wong, DrPH, Director of the Department of Human Services, about the DHS, its mission, and its statewide programs...
View ArticleIn the News: 4-day hike across Haleakala is a life-changer for blind teen
. . . . it is precisely because Haleakala was so challenging that it continues to signify so much in Cantan's estimation of himself and his abilities. Cantan was born and raised in Kau on Hawaii...
View ArticleStatewide homeless ‘Point in Time’ count released
The Department of Human Services (DHS) Homeless Programs Office (HPO) has released the 2015 Statewide Point in Time (PIT) count, which represents a cross section of homelessness across O‘ahu and the...
View ArticleEnroll for Medical Coverage by Dec. 15 to Avoid a Break in Coverage
Enroll for Medical Coverage by Dec. 15 to Avoid a Break in Coverage Open enrollment for applying for medical coverage through the HealthCare.gov began on Nov. 1, 2015. During open enrollment,...
View ArticleRegister In Person for Health Insurance Dec. 5
REGISTER FOR INSURANCE & SPEAK TO HMSA/KAISER BEFORE YOU REGISTER PALAMA SETTLEMENT Dining Room, Rath Building 810 N. Vineyard Blvd Saturday, December 5, 2015 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Chuukese, Marshallese,...
View ArticleEmployees and Employers Recognized during Disability Employment Awareness Month
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 22, 2015 Honolulu, HI – The Hawai‘i Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the State Rehabilitation Council will recognize employers and employees who go the extra mile...
View ArticleHelp Available For Those Seeking ACA Health Insurance Coverage
HONOLULU – Multiple outreach events will take place on Oahu for those interested in hands-on help with health insurance enrollment through the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace. Interested...
View ArticleOpen Enrollment Extension of 12/15/15 Deadline by 48 Hours
The deadline to re-enroll for continued health coverage has been extended by 48 hours to 9 PM, Thursday, 12/17/15. You can enroll through HealthCare.gov online or by phone 1-800-318-2596 (open 24 hours...
View ArticleConsumers’ Last Chance to Enroll for 2016 Healthcare Coverage Quickly Approaches
Honolulu, HI – The open enrollment period for individuals and families to sign up for 2016 healthcare coverage through HealthCare.gov ends this Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. Individuals who were enrolled...
View ArticleOpen Application Period Begins February 1 for Preschool Open Doors Program...
Honolulu, HI – The Department of Human Services encourages families to apply for its Preschool Open Doors (POD) program between Monday, February 1 and March 31, 2016. Applications received during this...
View ArticleHealthcare Coverage Special Enrollment Period Ending Soon
The Special Enrollment Period that extended the deadline for citizens of the Federated Stated of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the Republic of Palau who currently reside in...
View ArticleDepartment of Human Services’ Legislative Package
DHS is building a healthy Hawai‘i through a multi-generational, collaborative approach. We begin 2016 by focusing our legislative efforts through four priorities: Invest in children and families;...
View ArticleHawai‘i secures federal support for Medicaid-Housing agency partnership
Honolulu – Hawai‘i’s cross-agency approach to addressing homelessness and housing will be getting a boost from the federal government. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced today...
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