Supportive Services
At Going Home Hawaiʻi, we provide compassionate, community-based support for justice-involved individuals and families across Hawaiʻi Island. Our programs focus on healing, stability, self-sufficiency, and successful reintegration into the community.
In-Reach & Reintegration (IRR) Program
East & West Hawaiʻi
Funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Second Chance Act
Our comprehensive reentry program supports individuals returning to the community after incarceration through coordinated, person-centered services, including:
Funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Second Chance Act
Our comprehensive reentry program supports individuals returning to the community after incarceration through coordinated, person-centered services, including:
- Intensive case management
- Mentorship and peer support
- Housing support and navigation
- Education and employment opportunities
- Linkage to benefits and community resources
- Mental health and substance use treatment referrals
Window of Hope Program
Serving East Hawaiʻi: Hilo, Hāmākua, and Puna
Window of Hope supports pregnant women experiencing substance use challenges and/or who may be at risk during pregnancy. Services are designed to provide compassionate care, advocacy, and connection to resources that promote healthy outcomes for both mother and child.
Services include:
Window of Hope supports pregnant women experiencing substance use challenges and/or who may be at risk during pregnancy. Services are designed to provide compassionate care, advocacy, and connection to resources that promote healthy outcomes for both mother and child.
Services include:
- Case management
- Supportive services and referrals
- Advocacy and care coordination
- Connection to health and behavioral health resources
Career Pathways & Employment Support
Our Career Pathways initiatives help participants prepare for long-term employment, financial stability, and career growth.
Services and activities include:
Services and activities include:
- Job readiness workshops and training
- Employer information forums and job fairs
- Second-chance hiring advocacy with local employers
- Business Close-Up Events providing real-world workplace exposure
- Annual Employer Recognition Luncheon honoring businesses that support reentry and second-chance employment opportunities
Mentorship Program
Our mentorship network provides participants with consistent encouragement, accountability, and positive community connection.
Mentors help participants:
Mentors help participants:
- Navigate personal and professional challenges
- Build confidence and life skills
- Strengthen accountability and goal-setting
- Develop healthy community relationships and support systems
Community & Cultural Integration
Going Home Hawaiʻi recognizes the disproportionate impact incarceration has on Native Hawaiian individuals, families, and communities. We are committed to culturally grounded reentry services that strengthen identity, belonging, and community connection.
Through collaboration with community partners, families, and systems of care, we support successful reintegration by promoting healing, cultural connection, and opportunity through Native Hawaiian Career & Technical Education initiatives.
Through collaboration with community partners, families, and systems of care, we support successful reintegration by promoting healing, cultural connection, and opportunity through Native Hawaiian Career & Technical Education initiatives.
Our Mission
We believe successful reentry happens through connection, opportunity, healing, and community support. Going Home Hawaiʻi is committed to building pathways that help individuals return home with dignity, purpose, and hope.