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HI HR50
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/17/2010
Primary Sponsor
Henry Aquino
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AI Summary
- Urges the Governor and Director of Health to support $156,000 in adequate funding for the Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center on Oahu
- Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center, operated by Catholic Charities Hawaii, serves nearly 2,000 seniors aged 60 and older and offers over 50 programs including cultural clubs, health and fitness classes, dance instruction, and special workshops
- Center's annual budget is nearly $400,000, with slightly more than half coming from private donations and Department of Health funds, while legislative grants-in-aid make up the remainder
- Grants-in-aid were not received in fiscal year 2010-2011, temporarily threatening the Center's closure
- Resolution recognizes the Center as vital for keeping seniors active, healthy, and engaged while helping them age in place and avoid costly institutionalization
Legislative Description
Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center; funding
Last Action
(H) Referred to HLT/HUS, FIN, referral sheet 30
2/18/2010
Committee Referrals
Health2/18/2010
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