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Strengthening Families

Results You Can See

• Helped hundreds of adults and children cope with the loss of a loved one.
• Helped 30 women with HIV/AIDS maintain a stable home for their children.
• Provides parent support training, education and services to families on the Big Island.
• Provided legal services to families in need.

Building a Healthier Community ... A Real Life Story

A six year old was having behavioral problems which greatly affected her relationship with her mother. The mother became extremely frustrated as she felt she tried everything and did not know what else to do. They began to grow further and further apart.

The mother found out about a parenting class offered through Family support Services of West Hawaii. A Parent Education Coordinator worked with her to develop positive discipline techniques suited to dealing with divergent behavior. After two months of applying these techniques, a change positive began to take place. It has been reported that the relationship between mother and child has improved significantly.

Family Support Programs that the Hawaii Island United Way supports:

Big Island Mediation Inc., DBA West Hawaii Mediation Center

Boy Scouts of America, Aloha Council

Child and Family Service

Hawaii Island HIV/AIDS Foundation

Hospice of Hilo

Hospice of Kona

North Hawaii Hospice

Kapi`olani Child Protection Center - Hawaii Branch

Turning Point for Families

Family Support Services of West Hawaii

Kona Adult Day Center