We believe when someone is empowered to realize their potential, thriving becomes more than a possibility. By giving individuals the tools to build their independence, pathways open and achieving new heights becomes reality.
Whether through life skills or job training, employment placement or meal delivery, we help individuals with disabilities and seniors recognize that they are more than able to live self-sufficiently.
Our Programs
Our Social Enterprises
Feeding and
connecting seniors
Teaching and
training adults with disabilities
Preparing meals and treats for seniors, schools, and businesses
Producing custom screen-printed and embroidered shirts and accessories
Providing grounds services for commercial properties
Our Programs
Our Social Enterprises
Feeding and
connecting seniors
Teaching and
training adults with disabilities
Preparing meals and treats for seniors, schools, and businesses
Producing custom screen-printed and embroidered shirts and accessories
Providing grounds services for commercial properties
Our latest stories
Building Confidence and Careers With Lanakila Grounds Services
When Eugene Lene first joined Lanakila Grounds Services in 2014, he was quiet and kept to himself. Today, Eugene leads a crew of team members at Tripler Army Medical Center, one of our largest contract sites. As a team leader, Eugene conducts daily safety briefings, plans the maintenance schedule, monitors equipment, and mentors new staff on the tools and techniques needed to keep the grounds in top shape. “Eugene is an inspiration to all of us,” said John Oda, Lanakila Grounds Services Manager. “He trains the guys well and creates a positive environment. His leadership has made a huge difference for the team.”
The Good Table Brings Community Together to Nourish Kupuna
Seventeen years ago, celebrated Chef Alan Wong accepted the role of honorary chair for The Good Table, a dining fundraiser supporting Lanakila Meals on Wheels. He’s remained at the helm ever since. “As a chef, what we do is serve food and make people happy,” he explained. “Why not use the restaurant to serve food to the community too?” Chef Wong’s vision is grounded in gratitude, inspired by the Japanese phrase Okage Sama De (“I am who I am because of you”) and the Confucian value of filial piety. He believes our kupuna “have stories to tell, and they cannot be left behind.”
Jacob’s Journey to Independence at Hale Aina Dining
At 20 years old, Jacob Salazar is already building a life filled with purpose and pride. His journey began at Kaiser High School, where he joined Project SEARCH, a HIDOE program that gives students with disabilities a full year of work-based learning to develop essential job skills and explore career paths. During the program, representatives from Lanakila Pacific visited Jacob’s class to share information about employment opportunities at Hale Aina Dining. That connection helped lead to his first full-time job as a Lanakila Pacific employee at the Hale Aina Dining Facility. Jacob’s position is part of the AbilityOne Program.
Building Confidence and Careers With Lanakila Grounds Services
When Eugene Lene first joined Lanakila Grounds Services in 2014, he was quiet and kept to himself. Today, Eugene leads a crew of team members at Tripler Army Medical Center, one of our largest contract sites. As a team leader, Eugene conducts daily safety briefings, plans the maintenance schedule, monitors equipment, and mentors new staff on the tools and techniques needed to keep the grounds in top shape. “Eugene is an inspiration to all of us,” said John Oda, Lanakila Grounds Services Manager. “He trains the guys well and creates a positive environment. His leadership has made a huge difference for the team.”
The Good Table Brings Community Together to Nourish Kupuna
Seventeen years ago, celebrated Chef Alan Wong accepted the role of honorary chair for The Good Table, a dining fundraiser supporting Lanakila Meals on Wheels. He’s remained at the helm ever since. “As a chef, what we do is serve food and make people happy,” he explained. “Why not use the restaurant to serve food to the community too?” Chef Wong’s vision is grounded in gratitude, inspired by the Japanese phrase Okage Sama De (“I am who I am because of you”) and the Confucian value of filial piety. He believes our kupuna “have stories to tell, and they cannot be left behind.”
Jacob’s Journey to Independence at Hale Aina Dining
At 20 years old, Jacob Salazar is already building a life filled with purpose and pride. His journey began at Kaiser High School, where he joined Project SEARCH, a HIDOE program that gives students with disabilities a full year of work-based learning to develop essential job skills and explore career paths. During the program, representatives from Lanakila Pacific visited Jacob’s class to share information about employment opportunities at Hale Aina Dining. That connection helped lead to his first full-time job as a Lanakila Pacific employee at the Hale Aina Dining Facility. Jacob’s position is part of the AbilityOne Program.