General Information:
Location: Waianae, Hawaii
Address: 4569 Mauna Loa Avenue, Waianae, HI 96792
Shelter Hours: Open 24/7, 365 days a year
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Volunteer Status: Not accepting volunteers due to the sensitive nature of the services.
Description:
Pono Pathways Shelter offers specialized care for homeless individuals battling substance abuse and mental illness. Established in 2015, the shelter serves as a rehabilitation center, providing 40 beds, detox programs, mental health counseling, and therapy services to over 1,000 individuals since its inception. Our mission is to create a structured environment that promotes recovery and long-term stability. Through partnerships with healthcare providers and addiction specialists, we offer comprehensive support, including medication management, group therapy, and life-skills workshops. While we do not accept volunteers due to the vulnerable condition of our residents, we rely on generous donations to fund essential services and supplies for our programs.
Specific Donations Needed:
High Priority:
- Medical supplies (first-aid kits, bandages, alcohol wipes)
- 50 Hygiene kits (toothbrushes, soap, feminine products)
- Nutritional supplements and non-perishable food items
- Mental health and therapy supplies (journals, art materials)
Medium Priority:
- Clothes and shoes (new, all sizes)
- Books and puzzles for recreational therapy
- 25 Blankets and 30 pillows
Low Priority:
Office supplies for staff (paper, pens, toner)
