GET TO KNOW US!
Hello there! We are Guide Dogs of Hawaii and have proudly served Hawaii’s blind and visually impaired residents since 1955. Our goal is to help our blind and visually impaired friends and family members of all ages lead meaningful and productive lives through the use of appropriate aids, proper training, and opportunities. We understand that each person’s journey is unique, which is why we work closely with the individual and their support network to identify their specific needs and create customized solutions to overcome challenges as they adjust to many life changes. The best part? Your continuity services are all free of charge!
Our Vision
Our Vision
Our Mission
Our Mission
FREE SERVICES FOR THE BLIND
Our services in Hawaii encompass comprehensive support for visually impaired individuals of all ages, including youth and adults. We offer technology, adaptive aids, wellness programs, guide dog support, and peer group connections, all designed to empower and improve the quality of life for the visually impaired community.
YOUTH SERVICES
ADULT SERVICES
Our comprehensive adult services in Hawaii cover a wide range of needs for visually impaired adults, including wellness, independent living, technology, mobility, and positive aging, providing a sense of reassurance and confidence.
GUIDE DOGS SERVICES
We assist guide dog handlers in Hawaii in maintaining optimal wellness and performance with their guide dogs by providing ongoing O&M training, guide dog veterinary care, and nutritional support. We also assist individuals in preparing for their guide dog training to increase their chances of success.
PEER GROUP
Our peer support groups meet monthly and are crucial in helping the visually impaired in Hawaii lead more meaningful and productive lives. They instill hope and optimism by providing a sense of belonging, sharing resources and ideas, and exchanging knowledge.
HAVE A PASSION FOR GIVING
Your participation is crucial because the number of residents with vision loss increases yearly. You play a vital role in helping kupuna maintain their autonomy and ensuring that children have a fair chance with meaningful education. Your help, no matter how small, makes a significant difference; it changes the lives of blind and visually impaired individuals, making you an integral part of this cause.
Please take a moment to select one of our ways to give. Your contribution, no matter how small, can make a significant difference in the lives of blind and visually impaired individuals in Hawaii.
RESOURCES
OUR UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
Our upcoming activities include a range of enriching programs designed to empower the visually impaired community in Hawaii, featuring technology workshops, wellness sessions, guide dog support events, and social gatherings to foster connection and growth.
10:00 am
UKULELE CLUB
1:00 pm
GUIDE DOGS 808
10:00 am
