A Special Tribute for a Special Lady! Mahalo Brenda Ho for 30 years of leadership, dedication and accomplishments! Here's to many more years ahead.. 2010 - 2020 Decade of the Pioneer Expanding and adding value to programs and services. Kupu Care, the first neighbor island community-based palliative care program was launched to provide an extra layer of support and care coordination for patients receiving curative treatments and their families. Meeting community needs and adding services beyond end of life care, Hospice of Hilo changed its public facing name to Hawai'i Care Choices. Changing of the Guardians. Alter directing the agency during its formative years, Shigeko Chang retired in 1991, hancing the reins to Brenda (Nichcls) Ho. 2000 - 2010 2020 & BEYOND 1990 - 1991 Decade of the Navigator Growth in operations increased more than five-fold. In addition to direct patient care, the organization offers community Visionary Leadership Brenda has always been passionate about boosting the quality of life for those who suffer from the symptoms of serious illness. Symptoms such as bone wrenching pain, fatigue and emotional stress. Her innovative ideas and relentless drive to ease suffering for as many as possible, has made her a bold leader to seek new healthcare solutions. Thirty years ago, Shigeko Chang asked Brenda to help for 6 months as a Hospice Nurse, which turned into a life changing commitment. "In looking back, there were many challenges ending in heartbreak, but I never gave up, making each hard won triumph worth every bit of the struggle," recalls Brenda. "Humbly, it truly is both my honor and privilege to serve my community in this way, hopefully, for many Student of Hospice Under the guidance and care of Shigeko Chang. education on end of life issues and 1990 - 2000 Decade of the Architect Building relationships and investing in our communities resulted in the grief support to the community at large free of charge. After years of planning and securing funds for a 12 bed inpatient facility, construction of Põhai Mlama a successful completion of the first of two multi-million dollar capital campaign. The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Põhai Maluhia (Encircling Peace) building on Wainuenue is home to our Administrative offices and Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Care Center (Encircling Comfort) began in November 2010. Patients facing a life-limiting illness will have the option of receiving high quality medical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual care in a comfortable home-like environment. Loving supporter, & husband, Clyde Ho community education center. years to come." HAWAI'I A CARECHOICES #LiveWellNow hawaiicarechoices.org 1011 Wainuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720 (808) 969-1733 care@hawaiicarechoices.org #WeMake HouseCalls A Special Tribute for a Special Lady! Mahalo Brenda Ho for 30 years of leadership, dedication and accomplishments! Here's to many more years ahead.. 2010 - 2020 Decade of the Pioneer Expanding and adding value to programs and services. Kupu Care, the first neighbor island community-based palliative care program was launched to provide an extra layer of support and care coordination for patients receiving curative treatments and their families. Meeting community needs and adding services beyond end of life care, Hospice of Hilo changed its public facing name to Hawai'i Care Choices. Changing of the Guardians. Alter directing the agency during its formative years, Shigeko Chang retired in 1991, hancing the reins to Brenda (Nichcls) Ho. 2000 - 2010 2020 & BEYOND 1990 - 1991 Decade of the Navigator Growth in operations increased more than five-fold. In addition to direct patient care, the organization offers community Visionary Leadership Brenda has always been passionate about boosting the quality of life for those who suffer from the symptoms of serious illness. Symptoms such as bone wrenching pain, fatigue and emotional stress. Her innovative ideas and relentless drive to ease suffering for as many as possible, has made her a bold leader to seek new healthcare solutions. Thirty years ago, Shigeko Chang asked Brenda to help for 6 months as a Hospice Nurse, which turned into a life changing commitment. "In looking back, there were many challenges ending in heartbreak, but I never gave up, making each hard won triumph worth every bit of the struggle," recalls Brenda. "Humbly, it truly is both my honor and privilege to serve my community in this way, hopefully, for many Student of Hospice Under the guidance and care of Shigeko Chang. education on end of life issues and 1990 - 2000 Decade of the Architect Building relationships and investing in our communities resulted in the grief support to the community at large free of charge. After years of planning and securing funds for a 12 bed inpatient facility, construction of Põhai Mlama a successful completion of the first of two multi-million dollar capital campaign. The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Põhai Maluhia (Encircling Peace) building on Wainuenue is home to our Administrative offices and Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Care Center (Encircling Comfort) began in November 2010. Patients facing a life-limiting illness will have the option of receiving high quality medical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual care in a comfortable home-like environment. Loving supporter, & husband, Clyde Ho community education center. years to come." HAWAI'I A CARECHOICES #LiveWellNow hawaiicarechoices.org 1011 Wainuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720 (808) 969-1733 care@hawaiicarechoices.org #WeMake HouseCalls