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Navian Hawaii Quarterly Newsletter
July–September 2020
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Sailing Toward Calmer Seas and Brighter Skies

There is a well-known saying that “we can’t direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.” Never has this saying felt more relevant than during the current global pandemic. There are days where it feels we are being blown off course, where we are overwhelmed with information, dealing with isolation, and feeling anxious over things we can’t control. But people are adjusting their sails and navigating their way through the storm in beautiful and touching ways. Click here to read more…

President's Message

By Tori Abe Carapelho

Have you ever had an “aha” moment, when all of a sudden you realize a deeper meaning in something you live by every day? That happened to me recently. I was reflecting on Navian Hawaii’s guiding principles and our mission and all of a sudden, it hit me. Our mission to “bring hope, reduce fears and impact lives” has a whole new meaning now and is being embraced by people all over the world in the face of COVID-19. Click here to read more…

At Home with Navian Hawaii

Over the past four months, the Navian Hawaii staff quickly adjusted to the state’s stay-at-home order. Although a majority of our team has been working from home, we continue to support each other and stay connected through Zoom and Teams video calls. Click here to read more…

Photo Galleries

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Navian Hawaii Goes Virtual with Hot Pursuit at Home

In response to the ever-evolving situation with COVID-19, we were proud to adjust our annual fundraising event to unveil Hot Pursuit at Home! A new take on our “Amazing Race” style event, Hot Pursuit at Home still involved solving clues and tackling engaging physical challenges, but in the comfort of participants’ homes. With over 25 teams and 100 individuals participating, we had an incredible time coming together virtually for this truly special fundraising and community outreach opportunity! Click here to read more…

A Tax-Wise Gift: The IRA Charitable Rollover

Did you make an IRA rollover (Qualified Charitable Distribution, or QCD) gift last year? Even though the required minimum distribution is waived for 2020, making a gift using your QCD is still a great way to make a tax-smart gift. Click here to read more…

Support Navian Hawaii with Take Out from The Old Spaghetti Factory!

Looking for an easy—and delicious—way to support Navian Hawaii? Treat yourself to a famous three-course meal at The Old Spaghetti Factory from July 28 through July 30! When you place an order online at OSF.com, select the Honolulu location, and use promo code NAVIAN, 15% of your order will be donated to Navian Hawaii. Take out for the whole family for a great cause!

Milestone Anniversaries

1 Year
– Arlene Alonzo
– Karen Cronin
– Jaime DeGuzman
– Jasmine Domingo
– Susan Easom
– Daniel Heathcock
– Ricshara Knight
– Christopher Lee
– Lawren Love
– Patricia McCartney
– Roman Moreno
– Lirio Nagum
– Ashley Raney
– Melissa Smelley
– Sharon Walsh
5 Years
– Deborah Antonelis

10 Years
– Jannai Sefika


 

Promotions


Demetria Bullock
– Team Secretary
Aimee Nelson
– Marketing and Development Coordinator

Virtual Adult Grief and Bereavement Groups


The death of a loved one can change our lives forever. If you are interested in learning coping skills and connecting with others as you move through your healing process, Navian Hawaii offers ongoing support groups—now hosted virtually. Confidentiality is honored and respected in each session.

Pali Momi Group
Meets virtually on the 4th Wednesday of every month
7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Castle and Kaiser Groups (currently combined)
Meets virtually on the 4th Friday of every month
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

For more information or to attend a virtual group session, RSVP at Bereavement@navianhawaii.org.

 

Save the Date


A Night To Remember
October 17, 2020
Join us for a virtual gathering to honor the memory of your loved ones. More details to come

Na Hoa Malama
November 7, 2020
Stay tuned for exciting updates on our annual Na Hoa Malama fundraising gala!

Our Mission Partners

Our Community Partner

Oahu:
860 Iwilei Road
Honolulu, HI 96817
Tel: (808) 924-9255
Fax: (808) 922-9161

Molokai:
P.O. Box 482244
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
Tel: (808) 553-4310
Fax: (808) 553-9051

Lanai:
P.O. Box 631663
Lanai City, HI 96763
Tel: (808) 565-6777
Fax: (808) 565-6888
Board of Directors

Chairperson
Creighton K.K. Liu
Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc.

Vice Chair
Kevin T. Sakamoto
First Hawaiian Bank

President & CEO
Tori Abe Carapelho
Navian Hawaii

Secretary
John Nitao
The Queen’s Health Systems

Treasurer
Rick Keene
City and County of Honolulu

Immediate Past Chair
Ben Ancheta, Jr.
Inkinen & Associates

Vicki Borges
United Laundry Services

Colleen Ching
Hawaii News Now

Boki Chung, DDS
Nalu Dental LLC

Suzanne Eugenio
UHA Health Insurance

Karlee Palms, LCSW

Stephany Vaioleti
Hawaii Energy

Jennifer Ann Walker
HMSA

Bennett Wo
C.S. Wo & Sons

Michael James Yani
Bank of Hawaii
Navian Hawaii
Core Mission: 

care for every life journey


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