Arc of Maui County

What We Do

Our mission is to promote and protect the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We actively support programs and services that assure full inclusion and participation in the community throughout life.  We are consistently exploring ways to meet the continued growing needs of our disabled community with an array of services including residential services, Adult Day Health programs, Home and Community Based Services (community one-on-one services) and vocational services.

Residential Services:  Arc of Maui County owns and operates 5 group homes, 4 on Maui and 1 on Molokai, all licensed by the State of Hawaii Department of Health and meet all state and federal regulations. Staff are fully trained to provide 24-hour support services with emphasis on health and safety and is designed to promote a high quality of living with the primary focus on community integration and self-determination. Residents within our residential programs are encouraged to meet their highest level of independence in activities of daily living and personal care, and participate in social, recreational and community activities of their choice.

Adult Day Health Program:  A space to socialize with their peers, actively participate in their community, and receive health and personal care. In 2 locations, Wailuku and Kihei, within a group setting, learning focuses on safety, health, job skills, money management, and other life skills, according to their individualized service plans. A safe space that provides rich, enjoyable experiences while providing vital personalized services.

One-on-One Community Service:  A trained staff provides assistance for each client to meet his or her personalized goals developed by the client, guardian and family members. Services focus on training and assistance to increase independence, develop skills in self-advocacy, and helps the individual identify and expand personal interests.

Vocational Services:  Our vocational program offers a positive way for individuals with a variety of behavioral and medical challenges to earn income, build employment skills, interact with peers and community members and a significant way to improve self-esteem. Employment services provides our clients with the opportunity for competitive and integrated employment.

Who We Are

Arc of Maui County was established in 1954 by a group of parents and concerned citizens who sought services for their children with developmental disabilities when none were available. Our agency is the shared vision of many dedicated parents, family members, people with disabilities, staff and advocates from the community and across the nation.

Arc of Maui County promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by actively supporting programs and services that assure full inclusion and participation in the community throughout life with focus on the individuals’ strengths, abilities and inherent value.

Cause Areas

Special Needs, Social Services