Mā‘ili Land Transitional Housing Program in Waianae, Hawaii

About Mā‘ili Land Transitional Housing Program

Catholic Charities Hawai‘i – Mā‘ili Land Transitional Housing Program in Waianae, Hawaii is a substance use treatment provider and transitional housing program focused on helping families recover and rebuild after experiencing homelessness. It’s based in Mā‘ili (Leeward O‘ahu), providing in-person services within the Waianae community.

The program offers a continuum of services including intake assessments, case management, employment and education support, emergency aid, and post-exit follow-up. Its philosophy centers on holistic support to address addiction, housing instability, and family healing together.

Transitional Housing Program in Waianae

The program lasts up to 24 months. It serves families with at least one child under age 19 especially those impacted by abuse, neglect, or involvement with Child Protective Services. The program also accepts individuals with histories of substance misuse and integrates sobriety and recovery into overall stabilization.

Holistic services here include educational classes, employment readiness, emergency assistance like food and clothing, plus life skills training. Case managers provide intensive guidance to help address barriers and strengths, and participants are actively engaged in their recovery and housing goals.

The program is designed for low-income households (often at or below 60% of the area median income). Fees are -subsidized via charitable funding rather than insurance billing. After individuals complete their stay, the team offers planning and follow-up support to help them move into permanent housing and maintain stability. There’s an emphasis on keeping families together.

Starting Your Journey Here

To get started, interested families should reach out to the admissions or case management team to complete an intake assessment that evaluates your housing, employment, education, and recovery needs. Staff will help determine if your family is eligible based on your housing status, income limits, and children in the household. Then, they’ll match you to the right level of support and explain available financial assistance options.