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Patrick Klein, a lifelong Hawaii resident with deep ties to the local business and not-for-profit community, officially took over as CEO of Easterseals Hawaii at the start of the new year.

ProArts Playhouse has announced a special sensory-friendly performance of its beloved holiday show, “The Reluctant Elf,” on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at 4 p.m. This performance, tailored for children and adults with sensory sensitivities, offers a festive and inclusive experience for all members of the community and is made possible in part by support from Wave of Harmony Foundation. 

Families and professionals are invited to register for ECHO Autism Hawaiʻi’s free virtual learning sessions, an opportunity to gain practical strategies and expert support to improve support for autistic individuals.

The legislation provides ongoing federal support for research into autism spectrum disorders and services to those affected by these conditions.

Imua Family Services celebrated the holidays with its Annual Keiki Holiday Party on Thursday, Dec. 15 at the Wailuku Community Center.

After a year of planning, the Baldwin-Kekaulike-Maui Complex will celebrate the opening of Poʻokela Maui on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016.

After years of struggle and only partial assistance available to parents, this year marks the beginning of more resources and much needed help for individuals with autism and their families.