‘Chance at new beginnings,’ Iwilei kauhale community blessed

IWILEI, Hawaii (KHON2) — A new community for Hawaii’s homeless was blessed in Iwilei, creating a safe and stable environment for those transitioning out of homelessness.

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Alana Ola Pono, or Awakening to a Good Life, is located on North King Street across from Aala Park and reflects the values of aloha and ohana.

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The community features 42 kauhale units, six of them ADA-compliant, security units, community centers, facilities for daily living and dedicated spaces for security, maintenance and technology.

This kauhale is a testament to the power of shared commitment to creating a brighter future for all Hawai‘i residents and collectively addressing one of the largest challenges we face as a community. As we open Alana Ola Pono, we also look forward to continued partnerships as we work together to make lasting progress and ensure every resident has a place to call home.

Governor Josh Green, M.D.

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