American Cancer Society offers free summer camp American Cancer Society offers free summer camp ADVERTISING For many children affected by cancer, summer camp seems like an impossible dream. The American Cancer Society is making that dream a reality with Camp
American Cancer Society offers free summer camp
For many children affected by cancer, summer camp seems like an impossible dream. The American Cancer Society is making that dream a reality with Camp Anuenue from June 3 to 9 at Camp Mokuleia on Oahu. The camp is free and open to children ages 7 through 18 who have or have had cancer.
Children registered with their local ACS office can attend Camp Anuenue. Campers do not have to be in remission to attend. Medical professionals and qualified counselors are on staff 24 hours a day.
Spots are limited. Call Debra Glowik at 489-7425 or visit acshawaiipacific.org/camp-anuenue to register.
AARP has information at civic center
AARP volunteers will staff an information table from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday at the West Hawaii Civic Center.
These volunteers, providing answers to AARP-related questions, are at their table the fourth Monday of every month — the same day Social Security Administration representatives are at the civic center.
Tobacco Free Hawaii meets Friday
The West Hawaii Coalition for a Tobacco Free Hawaii invites the public to attend its meeting at 10 a.m. Friday at the Kona International Market food court.
For more information, contact Brenda Larson at 939-9696.
Conference offers
tips for aging at home
The Hawaii County Office of Aging, AARP and the state Department of Health’s Disability and Communication Access Board will present the free conference, “Caring for Family, Caring for Yourself: Tips for Successful Aging at Home,” from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. June 14 at King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.
Those in attendance will learn how to create safer homes and how to modify those homes to support their needs and lifestyle. Also, a panel of local experts and service providers will discuss the types of care available in the community.
Call (877) 926-8300 or visit aarp.cvent.com/HIKonacaringforfamily to register for the conference. Call Debbie Wills at 323-4391 for more information.
Richards Awards applications sought
Bank of Hawaii is accepting applications for the 2012 Monty Richards Hawaii Island Community Award. Hawaii County nonprofit organizations are invited to submit applications by July 6. The award, open to any nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the county, provides one or more grants totaling up to $25,000. Organizations or members of the public may submit nominations.
Award selection is based on exemplary fulfillment of the organization’s mission; the leadership demonstrated by the organization’s executive director and board; and the organization’s engagement in community development, education, human services or arts and culture. Additional consideration is given to organizations that also focus on community development through financial education.
Application forms are available at all district branches or by calling 854-2029 or 854-2021. Submit materials to Bank of Hawaii, Attn: Monty Richards Award, P.O. Box 305, Hilo, HI 96721.
