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Title: Identifying the Unique Challenges Facing Kanaka Maoli KResiding Outside of Hawai'i

Citation Type: Journal Article

Publication Year: 2014

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Abstract: N kpuna, Native Hawaiian elders, are recognized as major sources of wisdom and knowledge in the Native Hawaiian community. Yet, due to many factors, including Western acculturation and historical trauma, n kpuna suffer serious health and social disparities. Although over 36%of n kpuna reside outside of Hawaii, almost no data areavailable on their well-being. Kpuna, caretakers, and key informants in Hawaii and Los Angeles were interviewed, and the Census 2000 and 2010 Public Use Microdata Samples were analyzed to determine the particular challenges facing kpuna outside of Hawaii. Kpuna in the continental United States had a better socioeconomic status than those in Hawaii, but they had much less access to cultural activities and less family support. Several communities in the continental US have formed cultural and civic groups to provide this support.

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Authors: Browne, Colette V.; Levin, Michael J.; Nakatuska, Nathan J.; Esquivel, Laura M.; Braun, Kathryn L.

Periodical (Full): Hulili

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Volume: 9

Pages: 133-152

Data Collections: IPUMS USA

Topics: Aging and Retirement, Health, Other

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