Commission flags service gaps, waitlists and data needs for kūpuna and persons with disabilities
Commissioners discussed long waitlists and reduced effective capacity for chore and homemaker services, housing assistance, and other supportive programs; staff noted inflation, staffing shortages and rising demand have constrained service delivery and urged data collection to support budget requests.
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Commissioner Linda Puppolo highlighted supportive services and housing needs for older adults (kūpuna) and persons with disabilities, calling attention to stigma faced by individuals living with HIV/AIDS and gaps in available services. Puppolo urged inclusive approaches to reduce stigma and to identify specific service gaps for prioritization during the upcoming budget season.
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