Community Resources
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
This page offers a curated list of financial assistance programs and services available to support Hawaiʻi’s keiki and their ‘ohana. Here, you’ll find links to trusted local organizations and state-funded programs designed to ease financial stress and strengthen family well-being.
PAYING FOR CHILD CARE
Paying for good child care can be a struggle. In fact, child care is probably the second largest expense in your budget after rent or mortgage. This cost can vary depending on the age of the child, location, and type of care desired. These resources aim to help alleviate the cost of child care, the following are options to support families in Hawaii.
PARENTING RESOURCES
Hawaiʻi-specific resources geared toward helping parents and caregivers nurture keiki. Here you’ll find local organizations that help support your role as a parent and caregiver, strengthen relationships, and promote the healthy development and well-being of your ohana.
CHILD CARE RESOURCES
This page connects families with essential child care support across Hawaiʻi. Find information on subsidy programs, choosing quality care, and help selecting care that meets your ohana’s needs. Whether you’re a new parent or transitioning back to work or school, these resources are here to make child care more accessible, affordable, and aligned with your keiki’s development.
FAMILY CHILD INTERACTION LEARNING
Family Child Interaction Learning refers to programs where families learn and grow together in a supportive environment, such as the Family Child Interaction Learning (FCIL) programs in Hawaii, which involve parents, grandparents, and other caregivers with young children in daily activities like play and learning.
FREE FAMILY SUPPORT & PARENTING CLASSES
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Resources to keep Hawaiʻi families and keiki informed about health and safety issues. This page includes trusted information and local services focused on child wellness, emergency preparedness, injury prevention, and overall ohana safety.
Nutrition Links
Nutrition is fundamental for good health and growth. Healthy, balanced, and nutritious meals and snack will support children’s cognitive development, physical development, emotional development, academic development
PATCH is a Sponsoring Organization for the USDA Child Care Food Program and we support Family Child Care Homes serving healthy, balanced, and nutritious meals and snacks to our young children.
Food Program Nutrition Newsletters
Nutrition help children establish a strong foundation for healthy eating habits and nutritional knowledge that they can apply throughout life.