Resource Library
Explore local resources that may help you or your loved ones navigate the cancer journey with care and connection. While some of these programs are not affiliated with Pacific Cancer Foundation, we believe they offer valuable support to our community.
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Health & Medical Support - Local hospitals, clinics, integrative wellness programs
Mental & Emotional Well-being - Counseling, support groups, grief support
Financial Assistance & Practical Support - Housing, food programs, transportation
Caregiver & Family Support - Caregiving resources, respite care, family counseling
Holistic & Complementary Therapies - Yoga, acupuncture, nutrition programs
End-of-Life Care & Hospice Services - Palliative care, hospice support
Need Help?
Our Patient Navigator, Andrea Bacos, is here to guide you. We can help you explore resources, apply for assistance, set up appointments, and answer any questions.
(808) 249-1623
navigator@pacificcancerfoundation.org
Health & Medical Support
American Cancer Society – Hawai‘i
Provides free programs, services, and resources to support cancer patients and their families in Hawai‘i. The American Cancer Society offers transportation assistance, lodging for those traveling for treatment, advocacy, and reliable cancer information.
Phone: 1-800-227-2345 | Website: cancer.org | Location: Statewide
Cancer Rehabilitation
Offers specialized physical therapy to help cancer patients manage the effects of treatment, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life. Provided by Imua Physical Therapy, services include pain management, swelling reduction, strength and mobility restoration, and scar tissue healing.
Phone: (808) 244-0077 | Website: imuapt.com | Locations: Kihei, Maui Lani, Lahaina, & Pukalani
Mālama I Ke Ola Health Center (Community Clinic of Maui)
A nonprofit healthcare organization providing accessible, compassionate, and high-quality primary care services to the Maui community. The clinic offers a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to wellness, focusing on prevention, chronic disease management, and comprehensive medical care.
Phone: (808) 871-7772 | Website: ccmaui.org | Location: Maui
Maui Medical Group
A multi-specialty medical provider offering comprehensive healthcare services, including radiology, diagnostic imaging, and specialty care. With multiple locations across Maui, Maui Medical Group provides accessible and high-quality medical care to the community.
Phone: (808) 249-8080 | Website: mauimedical.com | Locations: Maui (Kahului, Kihei, Napili, Pukalani, Wailuku)
Maui Memorial Medical Center Outpatient Clinic
Provides specialized outpatient medical care, including cancer treatment, cardiology, neurosurgery, nephrology, orthopedics, and general surgery. Affiliated with Maui Health and Kaiser Permanente, the clinic serves the Maui community with expert medical services.
Phone: (808) 442-5700 | Website: mauihealth.org | Location: Wailuku, Maui
Medical Oncology
Provides comprehensive cancer diagnosis, treatment, and management using chemotherapy, targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and other systemic treatments. Offered by Maui Care Physicians, Dr. Cecilia Choi specializes in personalized oncology care with a holistic approach.
Phone: (808) 500-3439 (Call or Text) | Website: mauicare.org | Email: info@mauicare.org | Location: Kahului, Maui
Med-QUEST (Hawai‘i Medicaid Program)
Provides healthcare benefits to eligible Hawai‘i residents through QUEST Integration, offering comprehensive medical coverage, including doctor visits, hospital care, and prescription drugs. Med-QUEST ensures continuity of care as individuals transition to Medicare or disability coverage.
Website: medquest.hawaii.gov | Location: Statewide
Native Hawaiian Health Care & Wellness Services
Provides culturally integrated medical care, nutrition programs, health management, and referrals to improve the health of Native Hawaiians and the broader Maui community. Offered by Hui No Ke Ola Pono, a nonprofit health center dedicated to empowering individuals and families to be their own health advocates.
Phone: (808) 244-4647 | Website: huinokeolapono.org | Locations: Wailuku & Hana, Maui
Patient Navigation Services
A free support service providing individualized guidance for cancer patients and their families. Offered by the Pacific Cancer Foundation, patient navigators help with accessing resources, coordinating care, overcoming barriers, and offering emotional support throughout the cancer journey.
Phone: (808) 249-1623 | Email: navigator@pacificcancerfoundation.org | Location: Wailuku, Maui
Radiation Oncology & Cancer Treatment
Provides advanced radiation therapy, including IMRT and SRS/SBRT, with a highly trained team specializing in precise, patient-centered cancer treatment. Located at Maui Memorial Medical Center, the Pacific Cancer Institute offers expert care, treatment coordination, and support for both local and off-island patients.
Phone: (808) 249-1600 | Website: pacificcancerinstitute.com | Location: Maui Memorial Medical Center, Wailuku, HI
Mental & Emotional Well-being
Cancer Support Group
A nurturing support group for patients, survivors, and caregivers to connect, share, and find encouragement in a safe and confidential space. Led by Joan Selix Berman and Tamara Catz, this group—offered by the Pacific Cancer Foundation—incorporates mindfulness, expressive arts, and open discussions to foster healing and connection.
Phone: (808) 264-9033 | Website: pacificcancerfoundation.org | Location: Wailuku and Online
Grief After Tragedy: Free Online Support Series with David Kessler
A compassionate online support series offering practical coping strategies and guidance from grief expert David Kessler, designed to help individuals process grief following sudden loss, tragedy, or community disasters.
Website: davidkesslertraining.com | Format: Online (Zoom) | Cost: Free (recordings available upon registration)
Stronger Together Support Group
A free, weekly online support group for cancer patients and survivors, providing a safe space to share experiences, receive emotional support, and find empowerment in the cancer journey. Led by cancer survivor and certified life coach Dena Jackson and Dr. Bongaard, Medical Director of Maui Cancer Resources.
Website: mauicancerresources.org | Email: info@mauicancerresources.org | Location: Online
Financial Assistance & Practical Support
Clarence T.C. Ching Hope Lodge – Honolulu
A free home away from home for cancer patients and caregivers traveling to Oʻahu for outpatient cancer treatment. Offered by the American Cancer Society, Hope Lodge provides a nurturing, homelike environment with private rooms, shared kitchens, laundry facilities, and communal spaces to support healing and connection.
Phone: (808) 566-8430 | Website: cancer.org | Location: Honolulu, HI
Emergency & Transitional Housing Services
Provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, rental assistance, and supportive services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. This comprehensive resource center, operated by Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Centers, focuses on helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency through housing support, life skills training, and employment assistance.
Phone: (808) 242-7600 | Website: khako.org | Location: Maui County
Home Medical Equipment & Support Services
Provides high-quality home medical equipment and support to individuals recovering from surgery, managing long-term conditions, or needing assistance with daily living. Offered by Gammie HomeCare, this locally owned company serves Maui, Kauai, and Oahu with compassionate and dependable care solutions.
Phone: (808) 862-2681 | Website: gammie.com | Locations: Maui, Kauai, and Oahu
Housing Assistance & Rapid Rehousing
Provides financial assistance and case management to help individuals and families transition from homelessness to permanent housing. Offered by Family Life Center, this program follows a Housing First approach, eliminating barriers to housing and supporting long-term stability.
Phone: (808) 877-0880 | Website: flcmaui.org | Location: Maui County
Road To Recovery® – Free Rides to Cancer Treatment
A transportation assistance program offered by the American Cancer Society, providing free rides to cancer-related medical appointments. Trained volunteer drivers help ensure that lack of transportation does not prevent patients from receiving lifesaving treatment.
Phone: (800) 227-2345 | Website: cancer.org | Location: Statewide
SNAP & Med-QUEST Assistance
Provides free, in-person support for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and Med-QUEST (Hawai‘i’s Medicaid program), helping individuals with applications, renewals, and follow-ups. Offered by Project Vision Hawaii to ensure access to vital resources for the Maui community.
Phone: (808) 201-3937 ext. 14 | Website: projectvisionhawaii.org | Location: Wailuku, Maui
UVSC Financial Assistance Program
Offers financial assistance to individuals and families in Hawaiʻi affected by cancer, covering out-of-pocket treatment costs, travel expenses, and basic necessities impacted by income disruptions during cancer treatment. This program is managed by UVSC under the supervision of its Board of Directors.
Website: uvsc.org | Email: team@uvsc.org | Location: Statewide
Caregiver & Family Support
Caregiver Support Group
A welcoming monthly support group designed for caregivers to share, connect, and receive guidance on navigating the emotional and physical challenges of caregiving. Offered by Pacific Cancer Foundation and facilitated by Shirley Ramey, LPN, this group provides a compassionate space for caregivers to find community and practical self-care strategies.
Phone: (808) 242-7661 | Website: pacificcancerfoundation.org | Email: admin@pacificcancerfoundation.org
Companion & Light Assistance Program
Provides companionship, recreation, and light household assistance for individuals needing extra support at home. Offered by Nā Hoaloha, volunteers offer social engagement, meal preparation, and light housekeeping to enhance quality of life.
Phone: (808) 249-2545 | Website: nahoaloha.org | Location: Maui County
Escort Transportation Services
Volunteer-provided transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, and pharmacies to help kūpuna and individuals with health conditions stay independent and engaged. Offered by Nā Hoaloha, this service provides essential mobility support.
Phone: (808) 249-2545 | Website: nahoaloha.org | Location: Maui County
In-Home Respite for Caregivers
Offers relief for family caregivers by providing in-home respite care, allowing them to take much-needed breaks while ensuring their loved ones receive compassionate, participant-centered care. Offered by Nā Hoaloha, this service helps reduce caregiver stress and burnout.
Phone: (808) 249-2545 | Website: nahoaloha.org | Location: Maui County
Lānaʻi Home Health & Community Care Services
Provides skilled nursing, home care, and community-based support to individuals needing in-home health services. Offered by Lānaʻi Kināʻole, this nonprofit agency is dedicated to preserving dignity, promoting quality of life, and honoring kūpuna through compassionate, individualized care.
Phone: (808) 565-8001 | Website: lanaikinaole.org | Location: Lānaʻi
Telephone Wellness Check Program
A volunteer-driven program that provides homebound individuals with scheduled phone check-ins for social engagement, medication reminders, and general wellness checks. Offered by Nā Hoaloha, this service ensures connection and reassurance for those in need.
Phone: (808) 249-2545 | Website: nahoaloha.org | Location: Maui County
Holistic & Complementary Therapies
Cancer Healing Kitchen
An interactive cooking program designed to empower cancer patients with nutritious, healing meals that promote health, well-being, and cancer prevention. Offered by Maui Cancer Resources, this program helps participants learn new recipes, cooking techniques, and the benefits of wholesome ingredients in a supportive environment.
Website: mauicancerresources.org | Email: info@mauicancerresources.org | Location: Maui
Dragon & Tiger Qigong
A gentle mind-body practice that enhances strength, energy, and overall well-being. This ancient practice, offered by the Pacific Cancer Foundation, is open to all skill levels and focuses on cultivating vitality through breathwork and movement.
Phone: (808) 242-9007 (Maui Family YMCA) | Website: pacificcancerfoundation.org | Location: Kahului, Maui or Online (Zoom)
Falls Prevention & Home Safety Program
Helps individuals reduce their risk of falls through education, home safety assessments, and community outreach. Offered by Nā Hoaloha, this program raises awareness about fall prevention and promotes safe living environments.
Phone: (808) 249-2545 | Website: nahoaloha.org | Location: Maui County
Liquid Nutritional Supplement Program
Provides free liquid nutritional supplements to qualified cancer patients undergoing treatment. Offered by the Pacific Cancer Foundation, this program helps patients maintain proper nutrition with extra calories, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Phone: (808) 866-8142 | Email: sally@pacificcancerfoundation.org | Location: Maui County
Meditation for Cancer Patients & Caregivers
A guided meditation class designed to support cancer patients and caregivers in cultivating mindfulness, grounding, and self-connection. Offered by the Pacific Cancer Foundation, this class incorporates breathwork, movement, and present-moment awareness to promote inner peace.
Phone: (808) 264-9033 | Website: pacificcancerfoundation.org | Location: Wailuku, Maui or Online (Zoom)
Nutritional Support
Provides free nutritional counseling to help cancer patients manage treatment side effects, maintain a healthy weight, and optimize their diet during and after treatment. Offered by the Pacific Cancer Foundation, this program also includes a Liquid Nutritional Supplement Program for qualified patients.
Phone: (808) 866-8142 | Email: sally@pacificcancerfoundation.org | Location: Maui County
Outrigger Canoe Paddling for Cancer Survivors
Offers cancer survivors and supporters a unique opportunity to heal, build strength, and connect through outrigger canoe paddling. Provided by Manaʻolana Pink Paddlers, this program fosters physical activity, camaraderie, and emotional support in a nurturing environment.
Website: mauipinks.org | Email: admin@mauipinks.org | Location: Kihei, Maui
Waves of Hope Cancer Assistance Program
Provides financial assistance for alternative cancer treatments and complementary care (such as naturopathy, massage therapy, and acupuncture) to Maui County residents facing cancer who demonstrate financial need. This program is sponsored by the Mana'olana Pink Paddlers.
Website: mauipinks.org | Email: wavesscholarship@gmail.com | Location: Maui County
Workshops & Day Treats
A rejuvenating one-day retreat that combines medical education and self-care practices to support health and wellness for cancer patients and survivors. Offered multiple times throughout the year by Maui Cancer Resources, these sessions provide a much-needed break to focus on healing, relaxation, and empowerment.
Website: mauicancerresources.org | Email: info@mauicancerresources.org | Location: Maui
End-of-Life Care & Hospice Services
Cancer Palliative Care
Specialized medical care focused on relieving cancer symptoms, pain, and stress to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. Offered by Maui Care Physicians, this service provides compassionate, personalized support for those facing serious illness.
Phone: (808) 500-3439 (Call or Text) | Website: mauicare.org | Email: info@mauicare.org | Location: Kahului, Maui
Palliative Care
Provides specialized medical care to improve the quality of life for individuals with serious illnesses. Offered by Hospice Maui, palliative care focuses on symptom relief, emotional support, and assisting patients and families in making informed healthcare decisions. This care can be provided alongside curative treatments, regardless of age or prognosis.
Phone: (808) 244-5555 | Website: hospicemaui.org | Email: mail@hospicemaui.org | Location: Maui
Need Help Navigating These Resources?
Our PCF Patient Navigator is here to support you every step of the way. Whether you need help understanding available resources, assessing your needs, applying for assistance, setting up appointments, or simply having someone to guide you through your cancer journey, we are here for you.
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