resources

The HPHA administers the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program and its participants are linked to social services to help them gain economic independence from government assistance. Participants sign a FSS contract which sets out goals for their progress. As part of the program, an interest-bearing FSS escrow account is established by the HPHA for each participating family. As their income grows, the funds are deposited into the escrow account for the family who is eligible to receive the funds at the completion of their contract. In FY 21, eight participants graduated from the FSS program with over $88,000 in savings.

Moving To Work Program

In October of 2021, the HPHA applied for the last spot available nationwide for large public housing authorities to join the “Moving to Work” (MTW) Demonstration Program expansion – Landlord Incentives Cohort with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The MTW designation would allow the HPHA the flexibility to use its currently restrictive federal funding to increase economic self-sufficiency and prosperity, create innovative local solutions to address unique needs in Hawaii, and would increase housing choices for low-income families in Hawaii.

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The HPHA’s application would seek to implement 3 landlord incentives:

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Provide a landlord up to 1 month of contract rent as reimbursement for the time the unit spent vacant in between Section 8 participants.
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Provide a landlord up to 1 month of contract rent as reimbursement for the time the unit spent vacant when the previous tenant was not a Section 8 participant.
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Provide an incentive payment, or “signing bonus”, of up to 1 month of contract rent to incentivize landlords to join the Section 8 program.
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On January 27, 2022, the HPHA received an award letter from HUD indicating that the HPHA was selected for admission to HUD’s Landlord Incentives Cohort of the MTW Demonstration Program.

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HPHA MTW First and Second Resident Meeting for Website.pdf

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HPHA MTW Plan and Application Package - Landlord Incentives Cohort.pdf

Financial Assistance

Financial Help for Security Deposit & Legal Aid

Kahiau Program

Dept. of Labor and Industrial Relations Unemployment Insurance

Ho‘āla Assistance Program

Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan & Emergency Grant

University of Hawai‘i Urgent Student Relief Fund

Housing for Low Income

VAWA Resources

Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Local Resources

Social Services

Domestic Violence Action Center Helpline

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If you’re unable to speak safely, you can text (605) 956-5680, to chat with a helpline specialist Monday through Friday from 8:00 am till 5:00 pm.
If you’d prefer to speak to someone over the phone you can call helpline at (808) 531-3371 or toll free at (800) 690-6200 to speak to someone during these hours.

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National Domestic Violence Hotline

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Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Video calls for deaf callers: 1-855-812-1001 (M-F 9 a.m.-5 p.m. PST)
Live online chat is available 7 a.m.-2 a.m. CST daily.

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Domestic Violence Action Center

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DVAC provides legal information, representation and resources to victims and survivors of domestic violence. Additionally, the organization provides advocacy and other support services for clients. The organization also provides a teen-focused website with additional resources.

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O‘ahu Helpline: (808) 531-3771
Toll free Helpline: (800) 690-6200
Text Line: (605) 956-5680

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Child & Family Services Domestic Abuse Hotlines

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O‘ahu Hotline: (808) 841-0822
West Hawai'i Hotline: (808) 322-7233
East Hawai'i Hotline: (808) 959-8864

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Sexual Assault

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Sex Abuse Treatment Center (Kapiolani Medical Center): (808) 524-7273

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Parents and Children Together

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Ohia Domestic Violence Shelter Hotline: (808) 526-2200

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Shelters (24-Hour Hotlines)

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Honolulu and Leeward Shelter: (808) 841-0822
Windward Shelter: (808) 528-0606
Military Shelter: (808) 590-7719

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Healthcare & Mental Health

AARP

Hawai‘i State Department of Health

Hawai‘i District Health Office

Maui District Health Office

Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center

Mental Health America (mental health links)

Medication Access (links to major pharmacies)

Hawai‘i Psychological Association

Government Links

Below are an assortment of important government links to state agencies, housing partners, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Through here you can find more information on state and federal housing policies, opportunities, and updates.

State Government Agencies

‍State of Hawai‘i Main Web Site (eHawaii)

Department of Human Services (DHS)

State of Hawai‘i Legislature

Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA)

State Housing Partners

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Hawai‘i Housing Finance & Development Corporation

Office of Housing and Community Development | Hawai‘i County, HI

Housing Division | Maui County - Official Website

Housing Services | City and County of Honolulu

Housing Agency | Kaua‘i Count

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

24 Code of Federal Regulations 960

Free Rapid Access to Federal Government Information and Services (USA.gov)

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Honolulu HUD Office Web Page

Local HUD Office Points of Contact

HUD Notices (Public and Indian Housing)

HUD - PHA Plan Information Web Page

Public Housing Authorities Directors Association (PHADA)

National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO)

Household Resources

To support our residents during the pandemic we gathered these household links together. Here you can find many links to resources for meals, childcare, transportation, and technology.

Meals

Hawai‘i Meals on Wheels Services

Touch a Heart Hawai‘i

Lanakila Pacific and Catholic Charities Hawai‘i

Uber Eats ($0 delivery fee for local restaurants)

Grab-and-Go Student Meals