What is it about the grandparent–grandchild relationship that is so special? Mark your calendars for National Grandparents Day. Itʻs always the second Sunday in September, so this year it is September 10th! Many grandparents say it is a combination of things – fewer daily family and work demands, greater wisdom,[Read more]
Haven’t acted since high school? Never been on stage before but wish you had? Here’s you’re chance! This brand new program for folks over the age of 50 offers the opportunity to participate in the performing arts in a supportive, safe and fun environment. Taught by professional teaching artists, the program offers lessons[Read more]
How much do you know about the aging process? Take a couple minutes to answer a few questions of National Institute on Aging’s “Aging IQ Test.” Happy test taking! Question #1: What is the fastest growing segment of the American population? Answer: adults over age 85. Today there are approximately[Read more]
Focus on Healthy Eating Summer not only marks the passage of another successful school year but is also a time to have fun and focus on healthy eating. Even sweet treats can be good for you if you choose them carefully. “Put slices of banana in the freezer; dip half[Read more]
If you have ever asked a child what their favorite is, you have seen how that simple question sparks intense interest. Kids love to talk favorites – favorite color, favorite food, favorite activity. And when they discover how a favorite of yours matches a favorite of theirs, there’s instant connection![Read more]
Problems are known to have answers and if we look at all the elements, grading them for pros and cons, we assume we’ll come to a logical and analytical solution. So goes the thought of the left brain. The right brain takes a different approach. It looks at the whole[Read more]
Hi`i Na Kupuna Coalition (HNK) sponsors monthly and other periodic events for grandfamilies—grand- parents and other relatives raising grandchildren—on Maui. To get involved with any of the events, pre-register by calling or emailing Heather at UH Extension, 244-3242 ext 226. GRANDFAMILY GAME NIGHTS EVERY 2ND SATURDAY // STARTS @ 5:00PM[Read more]
Brain Health is important to everyone, regardless of age. Activities that encourage brain health and growth in childhood continue to do so in later life. And now that we are living longer, brain health is even more important. So what do you know about building and maintaining your brain? Are[Read more]
SEABURY HALL CREATING HOPE FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE Seabury Hall will celebrate its 43rd annual Craft Fair from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., on Saturday, May 7, 2016, on the Seabury Hall Campus in beautiful Upcountry Maui. The Craft Fair has been raising money for financial aid since 1973,[Read more]
As a child, what did you do to build a healthy, strong brain? Did you explore the outdoors, read, write, ask a lot of questions, play hard, or get sweaty? All those activities are the same that keep kupunas’ minds strong and healthy. Which of them have you kept up[Read more]
Every Second Saturday // 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Community Services Building @ UHMC Hi`i Na Kupuna Coalition is a group of Maui grandparents, residents, and service providers who develop resources and support for grandparents raising grandchildren. A few years ago, the Coalition conducted a needs assessment. Grandparents overwhelmingly said[Read more]
What stories do you have about your grandparents? Your aunties and uncles? Your parents? Your childhood? Do your children and grandchildren know these stories? This year, consider adding a holiday tradition of sharing these stories so they are passed on to younger generations. There are many ways to begin, so[Read more]