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Hale Pono Youth Shelter Update:
Hale Pono Youth Shelter Update:
Hale Pono Youth Shelter Update:
NOV 22, 2022 – Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii – The Hale Pono Youth Shelter, located at 1727 Wili Pa loop in Wailuku, will be a safe place for youth 12-17 years old of all genders. The privately funded shelter serves those in need of a sanctuary until they can be reunited with their families or find other supportive living arrangements. The shelter will have 13 beds and serve as short-term housing for youth and a hub for referral of services. Renovations are underway and the project aims to open in the Spring of 2023.
The Wailuku shelter hopes to open in the Spring of 2023. The timeline is dependent on the completion of renovations that will ensure maximum youth safety and comfort. All building permits have been attained and construction is proceeding well. The outside of the building has been rejuvenated and the inside renovations are proceeding on schedule. All policies and procedures have been designed to support the youth and keep them safe and are modeled after The Salvation Army Family Intervention Services (FIS) on the Big Island, and other continental U.S. shelters.
As the opening of the shelter approaches, Hale Pono will be needing staff, mentors, and volunteers to support the youth going forward into adulthood in the best possible way so that they can discover and use their gifts for themselves and our society.
Games For Life Youth Group
Are you or your child looking for a new after-school activity to create new connections, have fun, and develop important life skills?
Games for Life is a youth group for ages 12-17 that uses tabletop games such as Dungeons & Dragons to offer youth skills in team-building, connection, and communication.
Groups are currently meeting at Teran James Young Foundation’s facility in Wailuku. New groups can be arranged in your local area.
