Aloha HCEOC community!
Mahalo for your patience and continued support during the temporary pause of these regular newsletter communications. Our organization has navigated many changes over the past few months, including staffing transitions, office relocations, and of course the continued development of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is what we’ve been up to:
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HCEOC continues to abide by local, state, and federal regulations requiring the use of masks and social distancing while indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Read our COVID-19 response here.
Our office remains closed to walk-in appointments except on an as-needed basis. Mahalo for your understanding.
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Fundraising
This July, the HCEOC Kitchen partnered with Hilo Crescent City Lions Club for a fundraiser supporting civic service. Kitchen Manager Darrell Egami and the Food Service team prepared a custom menu of ready-bake pot pies. To learn about how our Food Service program can support your organization’s fundraising efforts, contact Food Service Program Manager Cheryl Octavio at 961-2681 or coctavio@hceoc.net.
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‘Ohana Meals to Go
Since January, ‘Ohana Meals to Go (OMG) has provided hundreds of ready-to-eat budget- friendly meals prepared by our Food Service team at the HCEOC Kitchen. For $45, each meal serves up to six people and includes an entree and two sides.
Next Friday, OMG returns with a brand new menu: baked chicken and pesto pasta, fresh garden salad, homemade dinner rolls, and a bonus dessert!
Order yours below! Order form closes Tuesday, August 10. Pickup Friday, August 13 from 3:30-5:30 PM at the HCEOC Kitchen at St. Joe’s.
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Emergency Rental Assistance
The Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is still accepting applications! ERAP provides rent and utility assistance to qualifying households who have directly or indirectly lost income due to COVID-19. To coordinate this program, we brought on board ERAP Manager Loke Kuamo‘o and an intake team who have been hard at work processing applications and doing outreach. Apply at hceoc.net/ERAP, or reach out at 808-934-7214 or ERAP@hceoc.net.
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