Root & Rise Hawai‘i

Mental Health Through Connection

Rooted in Community, Rising Together

Accessibility, safety, growth, empowerment, and aloha ʻāina – these are the core values that guide Root & Rise Hawaiʻi. We provide accessible mental health support to underserved communities in Hawaiʻi, fostering connection and well-being. Join our mission to create a brighter future, together.

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Upcoming Events

Stay connected with our community through our monthly workshops and events. Join us to learn, grow, and connect with others.

Nanea Garden Flower Farm

Flowers & Foliage

Create your own floral arrangement


Join us for a floral arrangement workshop where we will explore our senses with flowers and foliage and create bouquets in upcycled vases to take home and enjoy!


June 29th | Sunday 10AM – 12PM

94-7000 Mamalahoa Hwy.

Na‘alehu


To reserve a spot or for more info, call:

808-345-4764 / 971-285-5400



Space is limited. Transportation support may be available upon request.


All are welcome, including those with mental health challenges, social service providers, and interested community members.

Nature & Art as Therapy is a free unique approach to mental health through interaction with creativity, ‘āina, and community.

Free To Be Me II: Workshop & Celebration

What You’ll Do

  • Create festive masks
  • Share a meal in a safe, supportive space
  • Celebrate the freedom to be whoever you want to be


When

Friday, July 4 at 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM


Where

Kahaluu Beach Park

Ali‘i Drive, Kona


Who’s Invited

  • Anyone interested in Nature & Art as Therapy
  • People with mental-health challenges
  • Social-service providers
  • Community members at large



Cost

Free


How to Reserve Your Spot

Call 808-345-4764 or 971-285-5400

Programs

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Nature & Art as Therapy:

Experience the healing power of ʻāina, creativity, and community! This program offers free, community-based workshops that foster mindfulness, connection to ʻāina (that which provides), and social connection to improve mental well-being.

Empower Your Well-being

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Make a difference! Volunteer your time, participate in a program, or donate to support our mission.

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Rooted in Community, Growing Together

Proudly funded by County of Hawaiʻi and Hawaiʻi Community Foundation.