Habilitat Hawaii

10/13/2026

Whether we believe it or not, all of us have the ability to influence the people around us. Some people have natural leadership qualities that stand out, while others lead in quieter ways through their actions, their attitude, and the example they set. Sometimes, the people who never set out to be leaders end up being the ones others look up to most.

Being a leader isn't easy. It means filling some pretty big shoes, holding yourself accountable, and understanding that people may be watching what you do just as much as they're listening to what you say. Our words carry weight, but for them to have real meaning, our actions have to back them up. We can't expect others to live by principles that we're not willing to live by ourselves.

But don't we all want to feel like we have a purpose? To know that the way we live, the choices we make, and the things we share with others actually mean something?

Here at Habilitat, we learn that change starts with ourselves. We learn to take responsibility for our actions, look beyond our own wants, and recognize how our behavior affects the people around us. Because the goal isn't just to change our own lives. It's to become people who can make a positive difference in the lives of others, too.

So when we recognize that we have the ability to influence others, we have to ask ourselves: What kind of impact do we want to leave? Are we using our influence to benefit ourselves, pulling others in the wrong direction? Or are we choosing to lead by example, helping others recognize their own potential and become the best versions of themselves?

We may never fully realize how much our actions influence someone else's path. But we can choose what we put into the world each day. We can choose to be people whose words mean something because our actions prove it.

Leadership isn't about being above others. It's about becoming someone who helps others rise. And sometimes, the greatest change we can make starts with the example we set right where we are.

10/09/2026

Nothing like starting the morning off by getting your blood pumping with a little Electric Slide! 💃🕺🎶 Our residents are getting their steps in, bringing the energy, and starting the day on a high note! Who says exercise can’t be fun? 😆🌺

10/09/2026

💛 A Big Mahalo to Our Donors and Supporters! 💛

Here at Habilitat, we know we can’t do this alone. To everyone who has supported our mission, whether through donations, contributions, or simply believing in what we do, mahalo nui loa! Your support helps us continue giving people the opportunity to make changes, rebuild their lives, and work toward a better future. Every bit of support means something to us, and we’re truly grateful to have so many people who believe in our mission and the lives we’re working to change. From our Habilitat family to yours, thank you for being part of this journey. ❤️

10/06/2026

🎄 Our Enterprise Department residents put together this fun clip to help kick off the holiday season!
And just like that… our Christmas Tree Fundraiser is underway! 🎄
You can still pre-order your Christmas tree at a discounted rate and get a fresh tree for the holidays while supporting Habilitat.
Are you part of a school, club, sports team, or organization? You can get involved too! Sign up for the fundraiser and raise money for your group while supporting Habilitat.
It’s a win-win — you get your Christmas tree, your organization raises money, and you’re helping support the work we do here at Habilitat. ❤️
🎄 Pre-order your tree. Support Habilitat. Help your organization raise money.
Let’s get those Christmas trees moving! 🎄
Questions? Give us a call at 808-235-3691.

10/03/2026

🎃 It’s October, and you know what that means… the decorations are coming out! 👻
Our residents are getting creative and getting Habilitat ready for a spooktacular month! From crafting creepy to creating fun, there’s a little Halloween spirit making its way around campus. 🕷️🦇
Who says change can’t be fun? 😉
Stay tuned for more Halloween fun! 🎃👻

09/29/2026

⛳️ The 2nd Annual Driving Change Golf Tournament ⛳️
What a beautiful day at Mid-Pacific Country Club in Kailua!
A BIG MAHALO to all of Habilitat’s supporters, sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who came out and helped make this day possible. It was a day filled with great golf, good food, prizes, laughter, and plenty of aloha.
But more than anything, we are grateful for the people who showed up to support our cause and help make a difference.
Because when a community comes together, the impact reaches far beyond one day on the golf course. Your support helps give people the opportunity to change their lives, become stronger individuals and leaders, and build stronger families.
Every life changed creates a ripple effect. When one person chooses a different path, it can change the future of an entire family.
Mahalo nui loa to everyone who continues to believe in the work we do and stand behind the people we serve. Together, we are making a difference. 🌺❤️🏌️

09/28/2026

09/21/2026

A Big Mahalo to Deirdre Maguire! 🌺
We were fortunate to have Deirdre Maguire spend time with our residents, sharing her experience and teaching them about mindset, personal growth, and how the way we think can shape the way we live.
Deirdre is a Mind Wellness Specialist, Mindset Mastery Mentor, author, speaker, and Master Change Agent with more than 30 years of experience in coaching, mentoring, and personal transformation. She is also a Certified Life Coach, Certified NLP Practitioner, and Faster EFT Master Practitioner, and is the creator of The Stress Solution System.
Through her work, she helps people work through stress, limiting beliefs, emotional challenges, and the patterns that can keep them stuck. Her programs include the Stress Solution System, Peaceful Powerful You, and the Freedom Community.
But what we appreciated most was the time she took to sit with our residents, share what she has learned, and give them new ways to look at their own lives.
Mahalo nui loa, Deirdre, for sharing your knowledge, your time, and your experience with our Habilitat family. We truly appreciate you! 💛

09/16/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our Executive Director, leader, mentor, and dear friend, Jeffrey V. Nash.

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Jeff passed peacefully, surrounded by the love and respect of those whose lives he touched. His loss is immeasurable, but so too is the legacy he leaves behind.

Jeff became a part of Habilitat in 1986, and from that moment forward, he dedicated his life to this organization and to helping people change their lives as well.

Over the course of four decades, Jeff grew from a Habilitat resident and graduate into one of the most visionary and transformative leaders in our history. In 2002, he was appointed Clinical Director, entrusted by Vickie Marino to help carry forward Habilitat's legacy. In 2016, Jeff was promoted to Executive Director, taking on the responsibility of leading Habilitat into its next chapter.

Jeff led with integrity, strength, compassion, and an unwavering belief in Habilitat’s power to transform lives. He wasn't interested in recognition or titles. What mattered to Jeff was the work—the residents, the graduates, the families—and ensuring that Habilitat would survive for generations to come.

And he accomplished that.

Jeff leaves behind strong, stable Habilitat, with an incredible team, and a legacy that lives on through every person whose life has been changed through Habilitat programs.

While we are heartbroken by his loss, we will honor Jeff’s extraordinary legacy through our continued commitment to the vital work to which he dedicated his life.

Habilitat will continue to advance. We will continue to grow. We will continue to change lives. And we will continue to carry Jeff’s legacy in our hearts every step of the way.

To everyone who knew Jeff, worked alongside him, graduated under his leadership, or simply had the privilege of calling him a friend - thank you for being part of his remarkable journey.

Rest easy, Jeff. You gave Habilitat your life, your leadership, and your heart. A hui hou. Your legacy will live on.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Jeff's memory may make a donation to Habilitat’s Jeffrey Nash Legacy Fund, which will ensure that we can continue his life’s work for generations to come.

You can make a donation to the Jeffrey Nash Legacy Fund on Habilitat's website. https://habilitat.com/product/jeffrey-nash-legacy-fund/

Details for Jeff’s Celebration of Life will be shared once finalized. We also invite you to share your favorite photos of Jeff with us via Messenger as we remember and celebrate his life and legacy.

09/11/2026

YOU HAVE RESULTS OR EXCUSES, NOT BOTH.
There will always be barriers when we’re trying to overcome a struggle. Things won’t always go the way we planned, and sometimes circumstances can make the road ahead feel almost impossible.
But at some point, we have a choice.
We can allow our circumstances to define us, become a victim of what happened to us, and keep finding reasons why we can’t move forward, or we can take charge of our lives and start creating the change we want to see.
Taking responsibility doesn’t mean pretending the struggle isn’t real. It means deciding that the struggle doesn’t get the final say.
We may not be able to control everything that happens around us, but we can control what we do next. We can change our choices, our mindset, our actions, and the direction we’re heading.
We create our reality by the choices we make every day.
No excuses. No waiting for the perfect circumstances. Take charge, keep moving forward, and claim victory over your life. 💪