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January 2026 Kukui Gram: Protecting Kupuna From Fraud and Scams

The January 2026 Kukui Gram focuses on protecting Hawaii’s kupuna from fraud, financial abuse, and emerging scams while highlighting the powerful impact of community education and volunteer outreach across the state. New Year’s Resolution: Prevent, Detect, and Report Fraud This issue emphasizes three simple but critical actions every Medicare beneficiary can take: protect personal Medicare […]

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January 16, 2026

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Mahalo, Candace, for a SHIP well-steered!

For the past eight years, Hawaii SHIP has been fortunate to have Candace’s quiet leadership and deep compassion guiding its growth. When she joined EOA, the program had just a handful of volunteers. Through her encouragement and care, that number grew to nearly 100 dedicated volunteers and partners statewide. However, Candace’s impact goes far beyond […]

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January 12, 2026

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Medicare Fraud, Errors, and Abuse: What Hawaii’s Community Needs to Know

Medicare is a vital program that supports the health and well-being of thousands of kūpuna and families across Hawaii. Unfortunately, Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse continue to grow nationwide—and they affect everyone, not just the individuals directly involved. Each year, billions of dollars are lost to improper claims. When fraud goes unchecked, it puts the […]

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January 4, 2026

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Reviewing Your Medicare Statements: How to Manage and Safeguard Your Benefits

Medicare is an essential benefit that many Hawaii residents rely on for their health and well-being. While Medicare statements may seem like routine paperwork, they are actually one of the most powerful tools you have to manage your benefits and protect yourself from fraud, errors, and abuse. Taking a few minutes to review your Medicare […]

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January 3, 2026

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