Events for Hawaii Waiver Providers
Supporting DSPs
Chronic instability in the Direct Support Professional (DSP) workforce disrupts continuity, predictability, and trust for people with I/DD. The DSP workforce often faces challenges related to poverty that go undiscussed. This webinar will explore how systemic barriers—both inside and outside the workplace—impact DSPs and threaten the sustainability of services.
True Cost Coalition Grants Training - Honolulu
Legislative grants and governmental funding decisions sometimes make applicants scratch their heads. "Why was this project and not that one funded?" Funding decision-making by elected officials are opaque when compared to the rigorous procurement scoring rubrics that most non-profit leaders are familiar. New (and existing) timelines, applications, and processes for Hawaii Senate Bill 933 funding, state and county grants-in-aid, and the 2026 state supplemental budget will all be -- or already are -- underway. Please join us for a no-cost workshop July 25 - August 12 (Oahu, Maui, Hawaii island, and Kauai locations) to learn more -- a virtual option is also available for each session. Space is limited.
The Hawaii True Cost Coalition is hosting a series of no-cost workshops led by consultant Melissa Pavlicek, a state and local lobbyist for over 25 years, about how governmental funding decisions are get made. We've invited guest speakers, including communications professionals and legislators, to join us for parts of these workshops.
Energy Savings for I/DD Providers
Community solar offers I/DD providers and nonprofits serving low-income individuals savings of 20% or more on electricity bills, with no cost to enroll and no equipment to purchase or install. It’s a seamless way to reduce operational expenses—at a time when every dollar matters.
True Cost Coalition Grants Training - Lihue
Legislative grants and governmental funding decisions sometimes make applicants scratch their heads. "Why was this project and not that one funded?" Funding decision-making by elected officials are opaque when compared to the rigorous procurement scoring rubrics that most non-profit leaders are familiar. New (and existing) timelines, applications, and processes for Hawaii Senate Bill 933 funding, state and county grants-in-aid, and the 2026 state supplemental budget will all be -- or already are -- underway. Please join us for a no-cost workshop July 25 - August 12 (Oahu, Maui, Hawaii island, and Kauai locations) to learn more -- a virtual option is also available for each session. Space is limited.
The Hawaii True Cost Coalition is hosting a series of no-cost workshops led by consultant Melissa Pavlicek, a state and local lobbyist for over 25 years, about how governmental funding decisions are get made. We've invited guest speakers, including communications professionals and legislators, to join us for parts of these workshops.
Abilities Resource Fair
The Maui County Office on Aging is hosting a Resource Fair for families and individuals with disabilities. at the Queen Ka’ahumanu Shopping Center All are welcome to learn more about services available in our community. For more information call (808) 270-7755 or email MAUI.ADRC@co.maui.hi.us
Mastering Networking for I/DD Professionals
This webinar from ANCOR runs one hour per day for three days, from the 26th to the 28th, and is $125 for ANCOR members or $300 for non-ANCOR members.
The I/DD field is all about relationships. We cultivate relationships every day with the people we serve, their support teams, our own colleagues, community partners, and more. But equally important, and sometimes overlooked, are the connections we develop and grow with other I/DD professionals.
Develop the confidence and skills to build meaningful professional relationships in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) field with this three-part interactive series. You’ll engage in discussions with peers in the I/DD field, and refine your networking skills in real-time through structured activities. Learn strategies to maximize networking opportunities at conferences, fundraisers, and advocacy events, establish long-term connections, and leverage networking to strengthen the I/DD community.
Through expert insights and hands-on exercises, you’ll gain practical tools to navigate both online and in-person networking with ease.
HWPA Membership Meeting
A presentation from the Department of Transportation on the 5310 grant
HWPA Membership Meeting
The Health & Wellness Program Director from the Hawaii Community Foundation will join this membership meeting as HWPA’s featured guest presenter. Click here to add it to your calendar.
True Cost Coalition Grants Training - Hilo
Legislative grants and governmental funding decisions sometimes make applicants scratch their heads. "Why was this project and not that one funded?" Funding decision-making by elected officials are opaque when compared to the rigorous procurement scoring rubrics that most non-profit leaders are familiar. New (and existing) timelines, applications, and processes for Hawaii Senate Bill 933 funding, state and county grants-in-aid, and the 2026 state supplemental budget will all be -- or already are -- underway. Please join us for a no-cost workshop July 25 - August 12 (Oahu, Maui, Hawaii island, and Kauai locations) to learn more -- a virtual option is also available for each session. Space is limited.
The Hawaii True Cost Coalition is hosting a series of no-cost workshops led by consultant Melissa Pavlicek, a state and local lobbyist for over 25 years, about how governmental funding decisions are get made. We've invited guest speakers, including communications professionals and legislators, to join us for parts of these workshops.
HWPA Membership Meeting
HWPA will hear from the The Disability Rights Center, the designated Protection and Advocacy System for people with disabilities in Hawaii, as well as the designated Client Assistance Program for members of programs funded under the federal Rehabilitation Act. Click here to add it to your calendar.
Waiver Amendment Public Information Session
The DOH Developmental Disabilities Division is hosting a free informational webinar to review the Waiver Amendment changes based on the rate study conducted in 2024. The amendment includes revised individual supports budgets to correspond with service rates, as well as an increase in the maximum cost of vehicle modifications. Click here to register.
Design for Executives Workshop
HWPA featured Ian Kitajima as a guest speaker on AI a few months ago; he invites HWPA members to learn about new tools and methods to spark creativity and bring fresh ideas to your organization. His “Design for Executives” workshop is a hands-on experience that helps leaders explore simple, human-centered solutions for tough challenges. Learn how to better define problems, think creatively, and test out solutions that make a real difference. Spots are limited, so click here to register now!
HWPA Membership Meeting
HWPA will hear from the The Disability Rights Center on Wednesday, June 25th at noon. This organization is the designated Protection and Advocacy System for people with disabilities in Hawaii, as well as the designated Client Assistance Program for members of programs funded under the federal Rehabilitation Act. Click here to add it to your calendar.
Special Needs Seminar for Families
The Heartfelt Legacy Foundation is hosting a Special Needs Seminar for families at the Blaisdell Center in Honolulu. This event will provide essential information and resources to families navigating the complexities of special needs planning. Speakers include Kevin Urbatsch, Esq., a renowned special needs attorney, and Jeremy L. Lau, CFA®, CFP®, CEO of Prudent Investors. Topics will cover public benefits, special needs trusts, trustee selection, and strategies for subsidizing housing options. Tickets are available for $15, which includes lunch and livestream access. This seminar offers valuable insights for families seeking to ensure a secure and fulfilling future for their loved ones with special needs. Click here for tickets.
National APSE Conference
The National APSE Conference is the only national conference focused solely on the advancement of Employment First. The Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) National Conference brings together more than 1,000 community leaders, businesses, and people with disabilities from across the country and around the world to network and discuss state-of-the-art strategies to ensure equitable employment for all citizens with disabilities in Washington, DC this summer.
HWPA Membership Meeting
Featuring an update from Mary Brogan at the DD Division at the State DOH
Ian Pitcher, President of the Pacific International Center for High Technology Research (PICHTR), joins us to discuss artificial intelligence
ANCOR Connect Conference
ANCOR’s flagship annual gathering connects you with the people and ideas that empower you to deliver better services to more people. Each year, ANCOR Connect is a hub for learning, networking and taking action—a core element of the ANCOR community experience. ANCOR Connect ’25 will take place April 7-9, 2025, in beautiful San Diego, CA.
Click here to visit the event website.
Our theme for ANCOR Connect ’25, Oceans of Opportunity, invites you to imagine new and limitless opportunities for the work we do as a community of providers. The conference will highlight the numerous ways you can connect with partners across the country and across the globe, leverage cutting-edge technology, and glean ideas for solutions that will advance our national quest to make possible community inclusion for all.
DOH DDD Discussion re: quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring (WAILUKU)
Aloha DOH-DDD Medicaid I/DD Waiver Service Providers! The Department of Health (DOH) Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) invites you to participate in a discussion about quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring.
Come share with us what is working and not working in compliance monitoring? What quality and performance measures are most important?
Click here to register for this session in Wailuku
If you have any questions about registering for this event, please contact the Community Resources Branch at DOH.dddcrb@doh.hawaii.gov or (808) 733-2135
DOH DDD Discussion re: quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring (LIHUE)
Aloha DOH-DDD Medicaid I/DD Waiver Service Providers! The Department of Health (DOH) Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) invites you to participate in a discussion about quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring.
Come share with us what is working and not working in compliance monitoring? What quality and performance measures are most important?
Click here to register for this session in Lihue
If you have any questions about registering for this event, please contact the Community Resources Branch at DOH.dddcrb@doh.hawaii.gov or (808) 733-2135
DOH DDD Discussion re: quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring (KONA)
Aloha DOH-DDD Medicaid I/DD Waiver Service Providers! The Department of Health (DOH) Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) invites you to participate in a discussion about quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring.
Come share with us what is working and not working in compliance monitoring? What quality and performance measures are most important?
Click here to register for this session in Kona
If you have any questions about registering for this event, please contact the Community Resources Branch at DOH.dddcrb@doh.hawaii.gov or (808) 733-2135
DOH DDD Discussion re: quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring (HILO)
Aloha DOH-DDD Medicaid I/DD Waiver Service Providers! The Department of Health (DOH) Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) invites you to participate in a discussion about quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring.
Come share with us what is working and not working in compliance monitoring? What quality and performance measures are most important?
Click here to register for this session in Hilo
If you have any questions about registering for this event, please contact the Community Resources Branch at DOH.dddcrb@doh.hawaii.gov or (808) 733-2135
A Day At The Capitol
Great opportunity to meet your legislators to discuss disability-related issues/concerns and network with other concerned citizens.
ISSUES: Advocacy, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, Early Intervention, Education, Emergency Preparedness, Employment, Health Care, Housing, Self-Detrermination, Transportation
ACTIVITIES: Continental Breakfast, Welcome & Orientation, Meetings with Legislators, House & Floor Sessions, Lunch, Legislative Hearings, More meetings with Legislators, Tour of State Capitol
DOH DDD Discussion re: quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring (PEARL CITY)
Aloha DOH-DDD Medicaid I/DD Waiver Service Providers! The Department of Health (DOH) Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) invites you to participate in a discussion about quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring.
Come share with us what is working and not working in compliance monitoring? What quality and performance measures are most important?
Click here to register for this session in Pearl City
If you have any questions about registering for this event, please contact the Community Resources Branch at DOH.dddcrb@doh.hawaii.gov or (808) 733-2135
DOH DDD Discussion re: quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring (HONOLULU)
Aloha DOH-DDD Medicaid I/DD Waiver Service Providers! The Department of Health (DOH) Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) invites you to participate in a discussion about quality and performance measures and compliance monitoring.
Come share with us what is working and not working in compliance monitoring? What quality and performance measures are most important?
Click here to register for this session in Honolulu
If you have any questions about registering for this event, please contact the Community Resources Branch at DOH.dddcrb@doh.hawaii.gov or (808) 733-2135
HWPA Membership Meeting
Featuring an update from Mary Brogan at the DD Division at the State DOH, as well as Jodi Robinson, Policy Director of HANO
Therap National Conference
Join Therap at their national conference in Nashville in early February 2025 for for three days of immersion, networking, and innovation.
HWPA Membership Meeting
Featuring an update from Mary Brogan at the DD Division at the State DOH
And guest speakers Donna & Lydia from ANCOR