Hawaii Resources

Important Preliminary Information & Statewide Resources

Navigating the healthcare and funding system in Hawaiʻi requires starting with these key statewide entities. They are the primary gatekeepers to publicly funded treatment.

1. Hawaiʻi State Department of Health (DOH) - Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division (ADAD)

   · Phone: (808) 692-7506 (Oʻahu) | Neighbor Island Toll-Free: 1-800-753-6879 (Statewide AOD Helpline)

   · Website: health.hawaii.gov/substance-abuse/

   · Description: This is the single most important agency for substance abuse treatment in Hawaiʻi. ADAD is the state authority that contracts and funds treatment providers across all islands. They manage the "Access to Care" line, which is the central point for screening, assessment, and referral to state-funded treatment programs for those who are uninsured or underinsured. Calling the toll-free number is the mandatory first step for public funding.

2. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) - National Helpline

   · Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

   · Website: www.findtreatment.gov

   · Description: A free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service. They can provide referrals to local facilities, including those that accept Medicaid (Quest in HI), and offer sliding scale fees.

3. Hawaiʻi 2-1-1

   · Phone: Dial 2-1-1 or (877) 275-6569

   · Website: www.hawaii211.org

   · Description: A free, confidential information and referral line connecting people to health and human services, including addiction treatment, shelter, and basic needs. They have a comprehensive database of resources on every island.

4. Faith-Based Funding & Help: General Paths

   · Local Churches and Religious Organizations: Many churches in Hawaiʻi have outreach ministries or compassion funds. Larger congregations (e.g., New Hope, Calvary Chapel, Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi) often have more structured programs.

   · The Salvation Army: Offers long-term, faith-based residential rehabilitation programs (ARC - Adult Rehabilitation Centers) on Oʻahu.

   · Gospel Rescue Missions: Located on Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island, they offer shelter, food, and faith-based recovery programs.

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County-by-County List of Resources

Hawaiʻi's structure is unique, as each island is its own county, except for Kalawao County (Kalaupapa), which is served by the state.

City and County of Honolulu (Oʻahu)

State Government Funding & Access:

· ADAD "Access to Care" - Oʻahu Provider

  · Phone: (808) 692-7506 (Honolulu) | 1-800-753-6879 (Toll-Free)

  · Description: All calls for state-funded treatment on Oʻahu are screened through this central number. They will direct you to an approved assessment provider.

Sober Living & Faith-Based Programs:

· Hina Mauka / Behavioral Health Hawaiʻi (Part of Kinai ʻEha)

  · Phone: (808) 236-2600 (Intake)

  · Address: 45-845 Poʻokela St, Kāneʻohe, HI 96744 (Multiple Locations)

  · Description: One of the largest substance abuse treatment providers in Hawaiʻi. They offer a full continuum of care, including residential, outpatient, and sober living. They accept ADAD funding, Medicaid (Quest), and private insurance. While not exclusively faith-based, they incorporate cultural and spiritual practices.

· The Salvation Army - Addiction Treatment Services (Honolulu)

  · Phone: (808) 595-6300

  · Address: 845 22nd Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816

  · Description: Offers a free, long-term, faith-based residential rehabilitation program utilizing work therapy. This is a classic Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) model.

· U-Turn for Christ Hawaiʻi

  · Phone: (808) 386-0064

  · Description: A non-profit, Christ-centered discipleship program. They typically operate sober living homes and require participation in their program. They often rely on donations and may have minimal costs. (Locations can vary, call for current info).

· Hawaiʻi Island Recovery

  · Phone: (866) 390-5070

  · Address: 750 Aulima Rd, Kailua, HI 96734

  · Description: A private, luxury treatment center that offers a distinct faith-based track alongside its clinical program. They accept private insurance and private pay. Not a state-funded program.

Hawaiʻi County (The Big Island)

State Government Funding & Access:

· ADAD "Access to Care" - Big Island Provider: Hawaiʻi County Community Health Center

  · Phone: (808) 981-6884 (Hilo) | 1-800-753-6879 (Toll-Free)

  · Address: 120 Pauahi St, Suite 4, Hilo, HI 96720

  · Description: The designated "Access to Care" provider for the Big Island. They conduct assessments and refer eligible individuals to ADAD-funded treatment programs.

Sober Living & Faith-Based Programs:

· Habitat for Humanity's Restore Addiction Treatment Program (Kona)

  · Phone: (808) 331-8010

  · Address: 75-5595 Luhia St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

  · Description: A unique, faith-based residential program where participants work at the Habitat ReStore and engage in a structured recovery program. It is a work-therapy model.

· Hope Services Hawaiʻi

  · Phone: (808) 935-3050 (Hilo Shelter)

  · Address: 670 Kapiʻolani St, Hilo, HI 96720

  · Description: Primarily a homeless services provider, they offer shelter and case management. They work closely with substance abuse treatment providers and can be a crucial entry point to finding help and accessing funding through ADAD or other channels.

· Celebrate Recovery

  · Description: Active groups meet in churches across the Big Island in Hilo, Kona, Waimea, and Puna. Free to attend. Use their meeting finder: www.celebraterecovery.com

Maui County (Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi)

State Government Funding & Access:

· ADAD "Access to Care" - Maui Provider: Maui Youth & Family Services (for youth) & Maui Community Service Council (for adults)

  · Phone: Call the Statewide Line First: 1-800-753-6879

  · Description: The state helpline will direct you to the appropriate assessment provider on Maui. For adults, the Maui Community Service Council often handles intakes.

Sober Living & Faith-Based Programs:

· Maui Community Service Council

  · Phone: (808) 242-7600

  · Address: 95 Mahalani St, Wailuku, HI 96793

  · Description: A key provider of substance abuse treatment on Maui. They offer outpatient and intensive outpatient programs (IOP). They accept ADAD funding, Medicaid (Quest), and private insurance.

· Salvation Army - Kaʻulahea Center (Maui)

  · Phone: (808) 877-3304

  · Address: 45 W. Kamehameha Ave, Kahului, HI 96793

  · Description: While not a full ARC, they provide emergency shelter, transitional housing, and case management with a strong spiritual component. They can refer to treatment resources.

· Aloha House, Inc.

  · Phone: (808) 877-3225 (Outpatient)

  · Address: 121 Mahalani St, Wailuku, HI 96793

  · Description: Offers a range of treatment services, including crisis stabilization and outpatient care. They work with ADAD funding and insurance.

· Celebrate Recovery: Strong presence on Maui with multiple meetings. Check the online meeting finder.

Kauaʻi County (Kauaʻi)

State Government Funding & Access:

· ADAD "Access to Care" - Kauaʻi Provider: Kauaʻi Community Health Alliance

  · Phone: (808) 634-1104 | 1-800-753-6879 (Toll-Free)

  · Description: The designated point of access for state-funded substance abuse treatment on Kauaʻi.

Sober Living & Faith-Based Programs:

· Kauaʻi Community Health Alliance

  · Phone: (808) 634-1104

  · Address: 2959 Umi St, Līhuʻe, HI 96766

  · Description: The primary provider for substance abuse treatment on Kauaʻi. They offer outpatient, IOP, and sober living services. They are the main recipient of ADAD funds on the island and also accept insurance.

· Salvation Army - Kauaʻi

  · Phone: (808) 245-2574

  · Address: 3167 Umi St, Līhuʻe, HI 96766

  · Description: Provides emergency social services, food, and counseling. They can be a vital resource for support and referrals to treatment programs.

· Celebrate Recovery: Meets at several locations on Kauaʻi. Check the online meeting finder.

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How to Find Resources in Kalawao County (Kalaupapa) & Remote Areas

Kalawao County is the settlement for persons with Hansen's disease (leprosy) and is administered by the state DOH. Residents receive healthcare, including behavioral health services, directly through the state.

For all remote areas of any island:

1. Call the Statewide ADAD Helpline: 1-800-753-6879. They can connect you with telehealth options or the nearest provider.

2. Contact the Community Health Center: Every island has Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that provide integrated behavioral health services. They accept Medicaid, Medicare, and offer sliding scale fees.

   · Find one near you: findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov

3. Call Hawaiʻi 2-1-1: They have information on all local support groups, including faith-based and secular recovery meetings (SMART Recovery, AA, NA) that may be available in your community.

Final Important Notes on Funding in Hawaiʻi

· Medicaid: In Hawaiʻi, Medicaid is called QUEST Integration. Many treatment providers accept Quest, which is a primary funding source.

· Private Insurance: Always check with your provider to see what substance abuse benefits are covered and which facilities are in-network.

· Sliding Scale: Most non-profit facilities (like the Community Health Centers) offer fees based on your income.

· Cultural Considerations: Many programs in Hawaiʻi incorporate Native Hawaiian cultural practices (like hoʻoponopono) into healing, which can be a form of spiritual recovery.

· Persistence is Key: Waitlists for state-funded beds can exist. Keep calling and stay on lists. Attend free support meetings like Celebrate Recovery or AA/NA while you wait.