This week we welcome Pastor Bill Staton, a retired veteran and veterans’ services counselor on Maui, to the podcast. Originally, Bill’s job was helping veterans navigate the complex systems of veterans’ financial benefits. However, Bill quickly realized the need to advocate for the holistic needs of veterans returning from conflicts and their families.

Bill talks about challenges faced by veterans, including an ingrained military culture of not complaining, which can make it difficult for many veterans to ask for help. We discuss how the perseverance of the Nisei veterans and their families reshaped perceptions of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Bill addresses the ongoing reluctance among Gulf War veterans to seek support.

Bill breaks down the various benefits available to our veterans, including the important question of where to begin. We cover medical care through the Community-Based Outpatient Clinic, long term care, burial services, support groups, and education under the GI Bill.

Pastor Bill Staton’s candid observations reflect a deep commitment to advocate on behalf of our veterans.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Evolution of veteran services from financial applications to holistic support
• Nisei veterans' impact on PTSD perception and compensation
• Challenges Gulf War veterans face in seeking PTSD support
• Overview of veteran benefits, including medical care, compensation, burial, long term care
• Importance of tailored support for National Guard and Reserve members

Note: Bill observed in the interview that when he was working, Hale Makua Health Services did not have a contract with the VA due to a difference in pharmacy packaging. We reached out to Hale Makua and were happy to learn that they do now have a contract with the VA, and residents are able to fill prescriptions with the VA if they choose.

Resources from this Episode

Veterans Service Council, 333 Dairy Road, Kahului, Maui: Start Here!

Community Based Outreach Clinic (CBOC) - Maui Clinic: Find out if you are eligible for medical care

Vets Center - Rehab & Counseling Center in Maui Lani

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What happens if tutu loses the capacity to make her own decisions? Who can make those decisions for her? In this solo episode of the Taking Care of Tutu podcast, we review what happens if tutu has not made prior legal arrangements, such as a power of attorney or an advance health-care directive.

Specifically, we’ll discuss the process of filing a court case to establish a Conservatorship and/or Guardianship in Hawaii. Like always, we’ll remind you of why it’s better to have legal arrangements in place before you need them to avoid court proceedings.

In this episode, you will hear:

• What is a Conservatorship and Guardianship in Hawaii, and who needs one?
• What can we do now to avoid Conservatorships and Guardianships?
• What is the legal process to petition for a Conservatorship and Guardianship?
• What are the duties of a court-appointed Guardian or Conservator? Can they do whatever they want without notifying the Court? (Spoiler Alert: No!)
• Role of Hawaii's Office of the Public Guardian for individuals without a support network
• Emergency orders for Guardianship or Conservatorship in urgent situations, such as fraud

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This week on the Taking Care of Tutu podcast we’re happy to have Kathleen Couch, program coordinator & caregiver at Maui Adult Day Care Centers. We’ll learn about the four locations for Maui Adult Day Care Centers, how they differ, and the services provided. Kathleen shares her 20 years of experience working with seniors to teach us how to enhance communication with loved ones experiencing Alzheimer's or dementia, and how embracing their perceptions can maintain their dignity and comfort.

We hear about how the centers not only support clients but also serve as a reprieve for caregivers, which ultimately benefits the clients and their families. Kathleen discusses the fees for Maui Adult Day Care Centers and also highlights scholarship programs from the Hawaii Community Foundation and Maui County Office of Aging that provide free essential services, from meals to transportation. With a focus on helping clients and their caregivers create supportive networks, Kathleen helps us cherish the collective journey of caregiving.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Maui Adult Daycare's services, including flexible hours and sundowning sessions.
• Strategies for effective communication with Alzheimer's and dementia patients.
• The role of day care centers in supporting caregivers and providing respite.
• Community resilience and support during challenging times, including wildfire recovery.
• Scholarship programs and resources available through Hawaii Community Foundation and Maui County Office of Aging.

Resources from this Episode

www.madcc.org

808-871-5804

Annual Caregiver Walk on Saturday October 19 at Queen Kaahumanu Center (7am-11am)

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