"Aloha House serves Maui"

Maui News editorial today:

. . . Aloha House, the island’s first residential substance abuse treatment center, began with one man who was intimately acquainted with addiction.

Joe Pana was a recovering alcoholic who opened his Kahului home to others trying to fight their way out of addiction. . . .

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More than 130 staff members and contractors work for Aloha House and its sister agency, Malama Recovery Center. About 1,500 individuals are helped each year, not including family members who are often included in treatment services.

This Thursday, Aloha House formally opens a new clinic at 250 Waiehu Beach Road. The event begins at 11 a.m. and is open to the public, as are all of agency’s programs.

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Aloha House celebrates its 30th anniversary Dec. 5 with a dinner buffet and silent auction at the Maui Beach Hotel Elleair Room. Although supported by public funds, Aloha House also gratefully accepts private contributions. Call 871-1314 to take part in the anniversary celebration and help Aloha House continue to make a vital contribution to the health and welfare of our community.