Hawaii Families As Allies (HFAA) is a 501(c)(3) statewide parent-controlled family network organization, recognized in Hawaii and nationally as a voice on behalf of families of children and youth with with emotional and/or behavioral challenges. HFAA is the Hawaii state chapter of the National Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health, a national organization that is at the forefront in effectively advocating for service system change so that families are valued and treated as true partners.
Mission
The Mission of HFAA is to support families whose children have emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges through education, technical assistance and advocacy.
Target Population
Families with children and youth who have emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges.
Program Goals and Objectives
- Provide essential training and support for family members to function as full and equal partners in the planning, delivery and evaluation of services for their children and youth.
- Foster meaningful family involvement, where families have voice, ownership and options on every level in the identification, design, delivery and evaluation of services that are community based, culturally competent, accessible and responsive to the values, needs and functioning of children and youth with emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges and their families.
- Strengthen the capacity of families, educators, service providers and other stakeholders to collaborate, persevere and improve outcomes for children and youth with emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges.
Parent Partners
Our Parent Partners work closely with their local Family Guidance Center, Community Children's Council, schools and other organizations to develop and implement activities that meet local needs and priorities. They are at the forefront in developing collaborative relationships with families and other stakeholders.
Parent Partners provide families with technical assistance and support. They conduct informational workshops and develop support groups within their communities and do outreach to families and community organizations. They also provide families with resource information and disseminate information to the wider community. Parent partners are available in these locations:
Honolulu, Leeward Oahu, Windward Oahu, Central Oahu, Waimea, Ka’u/Puna, Hilo, Kona, Central Maui, Hana, Lanai, Kauai, Molokai
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