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Community First is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization established in 2014. We believe healthcare is caring for health and not just treating disease.

As a community we have to help each other to do so. We are dedicated to realizing a community which believes healthcare is caring for health and not just treating disease. It is not enough to take personal responsibility for our well-being. In our community every resident should be supported in taking responsibility for their health and well-being by their medical providers, their employers, and their County. Only by fostering this personal responsibility in caring for health and well-being can our community achieve a sustainable medical system which can provide quality care for all of its people. We have adopted a two prong approach to transforming healthcare and personal accountability for health. The first is through healthcare transformation. The second, is addressing community through grass-roots initiatives and education. Visit communityfirsthawaii.org for more information.

11/20/2025

Today, 🌿National Rural Health Day🌿 we celebrate the strength, resilience, and compassion of our rural communities — and the dedicated healthcare professionals who serve them.

💚At Community First Hawaii, we’re proud to be community stars and support access to quality care and resources that help Hawai‘i Island families live healthier, happier lives.

11/14/2025

🍂 Grateful for Our Hawaii Island ʻOhana! 🍂

As we enter the season of giving thanks, we want to take a moment to honor our incredible healthcare workers and supporters across Hawai‘i. 🤝💛

Your dedication makes a difference every day — caring for neighbors, families, and kupuna, and helping keep our communities healthy and strong. Together, we’re building a stronger, healthier, more compassionate ʻohana.

This November, let’s continue to lift each other up and share a little aloha wherever we can.

Mahalo for being part of our Community First ʻohana! 🌺

11/04/2025

November is Diabetes Awareness Month — a time to learn, take action, and support each other in living healthier lives.

In Hawaiʻi, diabetes affects thousands of families, but prevention and management are possible through healthy eating, regular checkups, and community support.

Put your and Talk to your healthcare provider today.

Let’s work together to build a healthier Hawaiʻi — one step, one meal, and one choice at a time. 💪

10/28/2025

Navigating Our Healthcare Future Together 🛶 "On an island where health and community are deeply intertwined, more than 380 healthcare professionals, community partners, and leaders came together...a gathering rooted in aloha, collaboration, and hope for a healthier future."

➡️➡️➡️ Read more about the 2025 Hawaii Island Healthcare Conference - the two-day event, hosted by Community First Hawaiʻi, invited participants to reflect on how unity, compassion, and innovation can transform the way we care for one another.

10/21/2025

We’re stronger together 💪 The Community Action Network (CAN) connects local healthcare and social service professionals to share resources to better help our community.

We meet once a month on Zoom in a safe, welcoming space to share ideas, resources, and support.

Our network includes case managers, community health workers, care coordinators, paramedics, and service providers — all working together to build a healthier community.

Led by: Nic Los Banos (Alzheimer’s Association) & Karen Teshima (County of Hawai'i)

🌺 Together, we’re building a healthier Hawaiʻi 🌺

10/16/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀
A simple step could save a life—don’t forget to schedule your screening and talk to your healthcare provider about getting checked. Early detection makes all the difference. 💗

10/11/2025

💙 Mahalo nui loa for joining us at the 3rd Annual Hawaiʻi Island Healthcare Conference! Together, we connected with healthcare leaders, community changemakers, and policy professionals to help navigate a stronger, more connected healthcare future for Hawaiʻi Island.

🌺 We’re so grateful to our sponsors, exhibitors, and attendees whose support and presence made this event possible.

10/01/2025

💙 TEN YEARS OF ADVANCE HEALTHCARE DIRECTIVES: A Community Effort 💙 "On Hawaiʻi Island, we care for one another in ways both big and small... This work has never been about forms alone; it has been about neighbors helping neighbors."

✨ As we celebrate ten years, we invite you to join us in honoring this journey by attending one of our free workshops. It’s a chance to sit with caring volunteers, ask questions, and leave with the peace of mind that your wishes are known.

Together, we can continue building a culture where planning ahead is an act of care, compassion, and aloha.

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Find the next Advance Healthcare Directive Workshop: www.communityfirsthawaii.org

09/22/2025

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years of Community First Hawaii's Advance Healthcare Directive Workshops! 🎉

For the past 10 years, our amazing AHCD Team has been dedicated to serving the community — hosting FREE workshops and helping over 2,000 individuals complete their Advance Healthcare Directive. 💙

📅 Next Workshop: September 16
✅ Don’t wait — do you have your AHCD completed? Sign up today!

09/15/2025

🌿 September is Healthy Aging Month! 🌿

Aging is a natural part of life — but how we age is up to us! This month, we’re shining a light on habits that support living longer, stronger, and healthier 💪✨

✅ Move your body — Aim for regular exercise to keep your heart, muscles, and joints strong.
🥗 Eat well — Focus on a balanced diet with plenty of fruits, veggies, and whole foods.
🧠 Prioritize mental health — Stay connected, manage stress, and make time for activities that bring you joy.
💧 Stay hydrated & get your rest — Small daily habits make a big difference!

It’s never too late to start making healthy choices. Let’s age gracefully — and live our best years yet! 🌸

09/08/2025

🌺 Last Call to Register! 🌺 Be a part of the conversation shaping the future of healthcare on Hawai‘i Island.🌺 Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Hawai‘i Island Healthcare Conference!

✨ “Navigating Our Healthcare Future Together” ✨

📅 Oct 2 to 3, 2025
🕗 October 2 at 8 am to October 3 at 12pm
📍 Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
69-275 Waikōloa Beach Dr, Waikōloa Village, HI

💡 Network with healthcare leaders
🤝 Collaborate on innovative solutions
🌊 Be part of the movement improving care on the Big Island

🔗 Register now — spots are filling fast!
communityfirsthawaii.org

09/01/2025

🌺 Healthcare on Hawaiʻi Island needs us! 🌺

Big Island Docs just wrapped up their annual symposium, tackling major challenges like physician shortages, access to care, and provider burnout — and exploring innovative solutions like A.I., value-based care, and creative recruiting strategies.

It’s time to work together to ensure everyone on the Big Island gets the right care at the right time. 💙

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Join the movement: www.communityfirsthawaii.org

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