Domestic Violence and Abuse Help & Safety Resources for Single Mothers in Hawaiʻi

Last updated: September 2025

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Emergency Help Now

• Call 911 if you or your children are in immediate danger. Tell the dispatcher if weapons or strangulation were involved. Ask for police to meet you nearby if that is safer.
• Oʻahu 24/7 PACT Crisis & Shelter Hotline: 808-526-2200. Confidential safety planning and access to emergency shelter on Oʻahu. (hscadv.org)
• Child & Family Service Oʻahu 24/7 Hotline: 808-841-0822. Access to shelter and advocacy on Oʻahu. (hscadv.org)
• Child & Family Service East Hawaiʻi 24/7 Hotline: 808-959-8864. Hilo side crisis line. (hscadv.org)
• Child & Family Service West Hawaiʻi 24/7 Hotline: 808-322-7233. Kona side crisis line. (hscadv.org)
• Maui County Women Helping Women 24/7 Hotline: 808-579-9581. Maui, Lānaʻi, and Hāna services. (hscadv.org)
• Kauaʻi YWCA 24/7 Crisis & Shelter Line: 808-245-6362. Countywide DV services. (hscadv.org)
• Molokaʻi Community Service Council 24/7 Shelter Line: 808-567-6888. (hscadv.org)
• Domestic Violence Action Center Helpline (Oʻahu weekdays): 808-531-3771. Toll‑free: 800-690-6200. 24/7 Textline: 605-956-5680. Legal advocacy for TROs, custody, divorce on Oʻahu. (hscadv.org)
• Sex Abuse Treatment Center 24/7 Hotline (Oʻahu): 808-524-7273. Free medical-forensic exams within 120 hours, counseling, and advocacy. (satchawaii.org)
• Aloha United Way 211 statewide help line: Dial 211 or 808-275-2000 or text 877-275-6569 for referrals on any island. (auw211.org)
• Family Court TRO Units (apply for Orders for Protection)
  Oʻahu: 808-538-5959 • Maui: 808-244-2706 • Hawaiʻi Island: 808-969-7798 • Kauaʻi: 808-482-2330. Call weekdays to start a Domestic Abuse TRO or get filing help. (courts.state.hi.us)
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 (TTY: 800-787-3224) • Deaf DV Hotline VP: 855-812-1001. 24/7, 200+ languages, chat available. (humanservices.hawaii.gov, hscadv.org)

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Quick Reference Cheat Sheet

Helpful links with plain-English pages and forms are embedded throughout this guide.

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What To Do In The Next 24 Hours

• Get somewhere safe even if only for tonight. Call the 24/7 hotline for your island above. Hotlines connect you to confidential shelters whose locations are not public for safety. (hscadv.org)
• Consider filing a Family Court Domestic Abuse TRO as soon as you can. Call your circuit’s TRO Unit number above. Filing is free. A judge reviews your petition the same or next business day and, if granted, schedules a hearing no later than 15 days after the TRO issues. Keep a copy with you and call 911 for any violation. (courts.state.hi.us, law.justia.com)
• See a nurse or doctor if you have injuries or any strangulation symptoms such as headache, voice changes, trouble swallowing, or neck tenderness.
• If sexual assault occurred within 120 hours, call SATC at 808-524-7273 to arrange a free medical‑forensic exam at Kapiʻolani Medical Center. Exams can be done even if you do not want to make a police report. Emergency contraception and STI prevention are available. (satchawaii.org)
• Preserve evidence even if you’re unsure about reporting. Save texts, emails, call logs, photos of injuries and damaged property, and contact info for witnesses.
• Reach out for benefits quickly if money or food is short. Ask DHS for “Expedited SNAP” and tell them you are fleeing domestic violence. DHS aims to approve expedited cases within 7 days and to process regular cases within 30 days. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Ask for help with children’s school/daycare. Domestic violence programs can write safety letters and help with transfers. HSCADV has island-by-island partners to connect you. (hscadv.org)

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Protective Orders In Hawaiʻi

How it works, in plain steps

• Call the Family Court TRO Unit first:
  Oʻahu: 808-538-5959 • Maui: 808-244-2706 • Hawaiʻi Island: 808-969-7798 • Kauaʻi: 808-482-2330. Staff guide you through the forms and process by phone; plan for up to two hours to complete paperwork. (courts.state.hi.us)
• File a Domestic Abuse TRO if the abuser is a family or household member or a current/former dating partner. If it’s someone unrelated and you never lived together, District Court TROs apply. The court may issue a TRO without the other party present. A hearing is then set within 15 days; if service has not been made, the court can continue the hearing up to 90 days from the TRO date. (courts.state.hi.us, courts.ehawaii.gov, law.justia.com)
• Bring details such as dates, threats, injuries, police reports, photos, medical records, texts, stalking incidents, and any firearms information; specific details help the judge grant stronger protections. (courts.ehawaii.gov)
• At the hearing, the judge can turn the TRO into an Order for Protection that can last for any reasonable period in Family Court. (courts.state.hi.us)
• If the order is violated, call 911 immediately.

Quick table: Protective order steps and timeframes

Sources for the process, timelines, and phone numbers are from the Hawaiʻi Judiciary’s official self‑help pages and statutes. (courts.state.hi.us, law.justia.com)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If you cannot reach the TRO Unit or you feel unsafe going to court, call your island’s 24/7 hotline above. Advocates can accompany you, help with e‑filing options where available, or coordinate with the police for emergency protection while you wait for a hearing. (hscadv.org)

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Where To Call On Each Island

Hotlines and key contacts

These numbers are verified by Hawaiʻi DHS and the Hawaiʻi State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. (humanservices.hawaii.gov, hscadv.org)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If a hotline is busy, call 211 for a live specialist who can connect you to another program or arrange a callback. (auw211.org)

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Food, Cash, Child Care, and Health Coverage While You Stabilize

Domestic violence often causes sudden financial crisis. Hawaiʻi programs below have specific rules and numbers you can use right now.

SNAP food benefits

• Who qualifies quickly: Households with very low income/resources may qualify for expedited SNAP, typically issued within 7 days. Apply online or at a DHS Processing Center and ask for “expedited service.” (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Current maximum monthly SNAP allotments in Hawaiʻi effective Oct 1, 2024–Sept 30, 2025:
  1 person $517\ast \ast •2people\ast \ast$948 • 3 people $1,357\ast \ast •4people\ast \ast$1,723 • 5 people $2,046\ast \ast •6people\ast \ast$2,456 • 7 people $2,714\ast \ast •8people\ast \ast$3,102 • Each additional $388. (fns-prod.azureedge.us)
• Income limits shown by DHS effective 10/1/2024: Gross monthly 200% FPL for a family of three is $4,950; DHS also applies Broad‑Based Categorical Eligibility and, since February 1, 2025, most BBCE households are not subject to the net income test. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• How to apply: Use DHS Public Assistance Information Line 855-643-1643, apply online, or visit a Processing Center during lobby hours (8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.). Locations and faxes are listed on DHS’s statewide page. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Timeline reality check: DHS states SNAP should be processed within 30 days, and expedited cases within 7 days; mail time for your EBT card can add 5–7 days after approval. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Call 211 to find community food distributions this week. Ask the DV hotline advocate to write a support letter to speed up SNAP verification if your ID or paystubs were left behind. (auw211.org)

TANF or TAONF cash assistance

• What it is: TANF/TAONF provides monthly cash for families with a minor child. Domestic violence survivors can get waivers from certain work rules while they stabilize. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• How Hawaiʻi calculates benefits today: State rules set the “assistance allowance” for TANF households at 62% of Hawaiʻi’s 2006 monthly federal poverty level, with a 20% reduction for most work‑eligible households after their first two full months of assistance. The standard of need is the 2006 Hawaiʻi poverty guideline divided by 12 and rounded down. This is written in Hawaiʻi Administrative Rules and statute. (law.cornell.edu, aspe.hhs.gov, law.justia.com)
• What that looks like in dollars for common family sizes
  (Amounts rounded down per rules; “Month 1–2” are before the 20% reduction that applies to most work‑eligible households; actual payments can vary based on earnings, sanctions, and exemptions.)

Rule citations above explain the formula used statewide; DHS can adjust for specific situations, so your award notice controls. (law.cornell.edu, aspe.hhs.gov)

• Eligibility snapshot: Gross income must be under 185% of the 2006 FPL and net income under 100% of the 2006 FPL, with assets disregarded. Lifetime limit is 60 months, with domestic‑violence‑related exemptions possible. Apply using the combined DHS 1240 form or online via PAIS. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Where to start: Call the DHS Public Assistance Information Line 855-643-1643 for your nearest Processing Center. Lobby hours are 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. on business days. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask a DV advocate to call DHS with you and request a domestic‑violence “good cause” waiver of work requirements. If cash is denied, consider General Assistance if you are temporarily disabled ($469 for an individual as of June 1, 2023). (humanservices.hawaii.gov)

WIC for pregnant and postpartum moms and young children

• Who qualifies: Pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding moms and children under age 5 who meet income rules.
• Current monthly fruit‑and‑vegetable Cash Value Benefit amounts through Sept 30, 2025: Children $26\ast \ast •Pregnant/postpartum\ast \ast$47 • Fully or mostly breastfeeding $52. (fns.usda.gov)
• Apply with Hawaiʻi WIC: Find a clinic and start your eWIC card. WIC posts clinic locations and participant info on the Hawaiʻi DOH WIC site. (health.hawaii.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask a DV advocate or 211 to help you reach a closer clinic or arrange phone enrollment if transportation is a barrier. (auw211.org)

Child care help so you can work, study, or go to court

• Child Care Connection Hawaiʻi pays a subsidy up to 85% of State Median Income by household size. Apply online or by mail; one office processes statewide applications. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Contact: Child Care Subsidy Unit, 94‑275 Mokuola St Room 105, Waipahu HI 96797 • 855-643-1643 • ccch@dhs.hawaii.gov. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Tip: Tell CCCH and your provider you are a DV survivor; programs can accelerate paperwork in crisis.

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Call PATCH to find providers with openings and ask about sliding‑fee or scholarship slots. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)

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Housing and VAWA Protections

• If you live in HUD‑assisted housing or use a Section 8 voucher, you are protected under VAWA. Landlords and housing agencies cannot evict or deny assistance solely because you experienced domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking. You can request an emergency transfer using HUD forms. (hud.gov)
• Hawaiʻi Public Housing Authority contacts for fair housing and program assistance: Public Housing: 808-832-4692 • Section 8: 808-832-4690 • Fair Housing Officer: 808-832-4690 • hpha@hawaii.gov. (hpha.hawaii.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If a covered housing provider ignores your VAWA rights, you can file a VAWA complaint with HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity online or by phone per HUD’s VAWA page. (hud.gov)

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Crime Victim Compensation and Address Confidentiality

• Hawaiʻi Crime Victim Compensation Commission can reimburse out‑of‑pocket medical and counseling costs, lost earnings, funeral costs, and more when not covered by other sources. General awards are capped at $10,000\ast \ast ,andincaseswithmedicalexpensesabove\ast \ast$10,000, the cap can be up to $20,000 or actual medical expenses, whichever is lower. Applications are generally due within 18 months of the crime, with “good cause” extensions possible. Phone: 808-587-1143. (law.justia.com, dcr.hawaii.gov)
• How to apply: Download forms and follow the documentation checklist on the Commission’s site; neighbors can use county toll‑free prefixes to reach x71143 extensions listed on the Commission’s contact page. (dcr.hawaii.gov, americanprogress.org)
• Address Confidentiality Program (ACP): Survivors of domestic abuse, sexual offenses, or stalking can use a substitute address with state and county agencies; ACP also forwards first‑class mail and accepts service of process for you. Apply through a certified victim‑services application assistant. ACP phone: 808-587-5054 • Email: acp@hawaii.gov. (law.hawaii.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Ask a hotline advocate to help you gather the right receipts and records for compensation; if your ACP application stalls, contact ACP directly for status and ask which island programs are certified application assistants. (law.hawaii.gov)

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Work, Pay, and Leave Protections

• Unpaid victim leave in Hawaiʻi law: If your employer has 50+ employees, you can take up to 30 days of unpaid leave in a calendar year; if your employer has 49 or fewer, you can take up to 5 days. You can use this time to obtain medical care, counseling, services from a victim‑services program, relocate, or take legal action. Employers may ask for documentation after five days. (law.justia.com)
• Reasonable workplace safety accommodations: Employers must provide reasonable accommodations such as schedule changes, phone/email changes, screening calls, changing work location, or installing security devices unless it causes undue hardship. (law.justia.com, eeo.hawaii.gov)
• Unemployment benefits after leaving work for safety: Hawaiʻi law recognizes domestic or sexual violence as “good cause” to separate from employment, including when leaving is necessary to seek safety or treatment and other alternatives are not sufficient. Documentation can include protective orders, letters from DV programs, or health‑care providers. (law.justia.com)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• If HR disagrees or you face retaliation, save emails and write down dates and times. Call the Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi Intake 808-536-4302 (800-499-4302 neighbor islands) or Volunteer Legal Services Hawaiʻi 808-528-7046 for advice. (legalaidhawaii.org, vlsh.org)

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Medical and Forensic Care After Sexual Assault

• Free medical‑forensic exam within 120 hours at Kapiʻolani Medical Center coordinated by SATC. You do not have to report to police to get the exam. SATC also provides crisis counseling, interpreters, and helps with medications and pregnancy prevention. Hotline: 808-524-7273. (satchawaii.org)

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• On neighbor islands, call your island’s DV hotline and ask for immediate medical support and sexual‑assault advocacy; they will connect with SATC and local partners for care and transport. (hscadv.org)

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Real‑World Examples

• Kona mom with two keiki: She called 808-322-7233, entered a confidential shelter overnight, and an advocate accompanied her to file a TRO the next business day. Within a week, she received expedited SNAP benefits and a WIC appointment with CVB of $47\ast \ast forherselfand\ast \ast$26 for her toddler. (hscadv.org, fns.usda.gov)
• Maui survivor relocating under VAWA: After an assault, she used Women Helping Women’s hotline 808-579-9581 and then requested a VAWA emergency transfer through her HUD‑assisted complex, using HUD form 5383 with help from an advocate. (hscadv.org, hud.gov)

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Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Not documenting injuries and threats the day they happen. Short notes, screenshots, and photos matter later.
• Skipping service of the TRO and then missing the hearing. Ask the TRO Unit or police about proper service.
• Telling a landlord first instead of requesting a VAWA transfer in writing. Use HUD’s forms through your housing provider.
• Waiting on benefits because you lack an ID. File anyway; tell DHS you fled and ask what you can submit instead.
• Not asking HR for leave or safety changes because you fear backlash. State law requires unpaid leave and accommodations.
• Assuming medical exams cost money. The SATC exam is free and confidential statewide.

What to do if this doesn’t work:

• Loop in a DV advocate and ask them to contact the agency or landlord with you; agencies often respond faster to a named advocate from a recognized program. (hscadv.org)

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Application Checklist

• Identification for you and children if available
• Proof of where you are staying or a shelter letter
• Any income or benefits notices available
• Child birth certificates or school records
• Police reports, medical notes, TRO papers if you have them
• Name and direct line of your advocate

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Local Organizations, Faith, and Community Support

• Hawaiʻi State Coalition Against Domestic Violence lists current agencies on each island and statewide numbers, plus DV data snapshots you can cite to employers or schools. (hscadv.org)
• Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi counseling and family services with island offices. (hscadv.org)
• Women In Need (WIN) transitional support on Oʻahu and Kauaʻi. (hscadv.org)
• Your local church, temple, or community center may offer short‑term supplies, gas cards, or child‑watch. Ask your advocate to make a warm handoff where possible.

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Diverse Communities

• LGBTQ+ single mothers: Ask for an advocate trained in LGBTQ+ needs; HSCADV lists LGBTQ+ resources and the Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation (808-369-2000). Housing and TRO protections apply regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. (hscadv.org)
• Single mothers with disabilities or with disabled children: Tell the court and DHS if you need ASL interpreters, accessible rooms, or extra time. SATC and the Judiciary provide interpreters upon request, and DHS must provide reasonable accommodations. (satchawaii.org)
• Veteran single mothers: Ask about legal help through the HSBA Lawyer Referral Service (808-537-9140) and VA‑aware counseling. HSCADV’s network can connect you to veteran‑competent providers. (hscadv.org)
• Immigrant and COFA single moms: You can file for a Family Court TRO regardless of immigration status. Legal Aid has multilingual materials and an intake line (808-536-4302 Oʻahu; 800-499-4302 neighbor islands). (courts.state.hi.us, legalaidhawaii.org)
• Native Hawaiian and other Indigenous mothers: HSCADV’s 2024 research highlights needs and strengths among Native Hawaiian survivors; ask for culturally grounded services and ʻohana‑centered supports. (hscadv.org)
• Rural moms on Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Hāna, and Kaʻū: Tell the hotline your transportation limits; advocates can coordinate rides or remote filings and link you to the nearest safe house. (hscadv.org)
• Single fathers: Most services above are inclusive. Call your island’s hotline for shelter and TRO help; Family Court protections are gender‑neutral. (courts.state.hi.us)
• Language access: Ask every agency for a free interpreter. DHS, SATC, and the Courts provide language access at no cost. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)

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Data That Helps You Advocate For Yourself

• On a single day in 2024, Hawaiʻi DV programs served 579 survivors and answered 93 hotline contacts, while 50 requests went unmet due to capacity. Use stats when asking an employer or landlord for flexibility. (hawaiinewsnow.com)
• HSCADV’s 2024 “Scars on the Heart” report found about 18% of adults in Hawaiʻi experienced significant intimate partner violence in the past five years, with higher rates among some groups and regions. (hawaiitribune-herald.com)

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Tables You Can Screenshot

Table A — Island‑by‑Island quick numbers

All numbers are from DHS and HSCADV’s current listings. (humanservices.hawaii.gov, hscadv.org)

Table B — Benefits quick amounts

Table C — Work and income protections

Table D — Protective orders at a glance

Process details and numbers come from the Judiciary’s self‑help portal. (courts.state.hi.us, courts.ehawaii.gov)

Table E — Crime Victim Compensation basics

Statutes and Commission guidance govern eligibility, timelines, and caps. (dcr.hawaii.gov, law.justia.com)

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Resources By Region

• Oʻahu: PACT 808-526-2200 and CFS 808-841-0822 for shelter and advocacy; DVAC for TRO and family law help; SATC 808-524-7273 for sexual assault; DHS Kapolei and Honolulu Processing Centers for benefits. (hscadv.org, satchawaii.org, humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Hawaiʻi Island: CFS East 808-959-8864 and West 808-322-7233; Judiciary Family Court for TRO filings; YWCA Sexual Assault 808-935-0677. (hscadv.org)
• Maui County: Women Helping Women 808-579-9581; TRO help 808-446-7379; DHS Wailuku Processing Center for SNAP/TANF. (hscadv.org, humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Kauaʻi: YWCA 808-245-6362; DHS Kauaʻi Processing Center for SNAP/TANF. (hscadv.org, humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Molokaʻi: MCSC 808-567-6888; DHS Molokaʻi Processing Center for benefits. (hscadv.org, humanservices.hawaii.gov)

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Frequently Asked Questions

• How fast can I get food help in Hawaiʻi: Expedited SNAP may be issued within 7 days if you qualify; regular processing can take up to 30 days plus 5–7 days for the EBT card to arrive by mail. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Does filing a TRO cost money: Family Court domestic abuse TROs are filed without fees; District Court has a $15 filing fee but it may be waived. Call the court before you go. (courts.ehawaii.gov)
• How soon is the TRO hearing: The court sets a hearing within 15 days of the TRO if the abuser is served; if not served, the date can be continued up to 90 days from the TRO date. (law.justia.com)
• I need to move for safety but my landlord says I will be evicted: If your housing is covered by HUD programs or vouchers, VAWA protects you from eviction due to abuse and lets you request an emergency transfer using HUD forms. (hud.gov)
• Can I take time off work to go to court or relocate: Yes. Hawaiʻi law gives up to 30 days unpaid leave for employers with 50+ employees or 5 days if fewer; documentation may be required after five days. (law.justia.com)
• I quit my job to get safe. Can I get unemployment: You may qualify if your separation meets Hawaiʻi’s “good cause” standard for domestic or sexual violence. Save documentation and apply. (law.justia.com)
• Is the sexual assault exam free: Yes. SATC provides free exams and crisis counseling within 120 hours after an assault. (satchawaii.org)
• Can I keep my address private from public records: Yes. Apply for the Hawaiʻi Address Confidentiality Program to get a substitute address for state and county records. (law.hawaii.gov)
• How much can Crime Victim Compensation pay: General cap $10,000\ast \ast ;upto\ast \ast$20,000 if compensable medical costs exceed $10,000, subject to eligibility and offsets. (law.justia.com)
• I don’t see my exact situation here: Call your island’s 24/7 hotline or 211. Advocates can tailor a plan for you and your keiki. (auw211.org)

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How This Guide Improves On Typical Search Results

• You get island‑specific phone numbers and hours in one place instead of scattered lists.
• Current dollar amounts and rules for SNAP, WIC, TANF, and compensation are included with direct, official links.
• Step‑by‑step protective order guidance and timelines are pulled directly from the Judiciary.
• Work, housing, and leave protections are translated into plain language with citations you can hand to HR or a landlord.
• Plan‑B options close every section so you are never stuck at a dead end.

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About This Guide

Compiled by the ASingleMother.org Editorial Team

What this is: A practical, no‑fluff guide for single mothers in Hawaiʻi seeking safety from domestic violence, built from official state and federal sources and the Hawaiʻi State Coalition Against Domestic Violence network.

Our sourcing approach: We rely on primary sources such as the Hawaiʻi Judiciary, Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services, USDA Food and Nutrition Service, HUD, Hawaiʻi Crime Victim Compensation Commission, and Hawaiʻi’s Address Confidentiality Program. All links were live at publication and include direct program pages or statutes. See citations throughout. This guide follows our Editorial Standards and is maintained on a recurring review cycle.

Verification cadence: Last verified September 2025, next review April 2026.

Contact for corrections: info@asinglemother.org

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Disclaimer

Safety and legal note: This guide is information, not legal advice. Policies, benefit amounts, forms, and phone numbers can change at any time. Always verify current requirements on the official site or with the relevant agency before you apply, appear in court, or make safety decisions.

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Sources Cited

• Hawaiʻi DHS Domestic Violence Resources and island hotlines. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• Hawaiʻi State Coalition Against Domestic Violence Find Help and Data pages. (hscadv.org)
• Hawaiʻi Judiciary protective orders, TRO process, and TRO Unit phone numbers. (courts.state.hi.us, courts.ehawaii.gov)
• HRS §586‑5 hearing timeline. (law.justia.com)
• USDA SNAP FY2025 maximum allotments for Hawaiʻi. (fns-prod.azureedge.us)
• DHS SNAP income standards and BBCE policy. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• DHS processing timelines and expedited service reference. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• DHS EBT delivery timing. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• HAR 17‑678‑3.01 assistance allowance and HAR 17‑678‑4 standard of need; HRS §346‑53. (law.cornell.edu, law.justia.com)
• USDA WIC FY2025 CVB amounts. (fns.usda.gov)
• Hawaiʻi WIC program site. (health.hawaii.gov)
• Child Care Connection Hawaiʻi eligibility and how to apply. (humanservices.hawaii.gov)
• HUD VAWA protections and forms; HPHA contacts. (hud.gov, hpha.hawaii.gov)
• Crime Victim Compensation Commission benefits, caps, and how to apply. (dcr.hawaii.gov, law.justia.com)
• Hawaiʻi Address Confidentiality Program. (law.hawaii.gov)
• Victim leave and accommodations laws HRS §§378‑72 and 378‑81; State EEO guidance. (law.justia.com, eeo.hawaii.gov)
• Unemployment good‑cause statute for DV HRS §383‑30.5. (law.justia.com)
• Sex Abuse Treatment Center 24/7 hotline and services. (satchawaii.org)

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What to remember tonight: You are making solid, practical moves — calling the right number, getting a protective order started, lining up food and cash help, and asking for your rights at work and in housing. Every step above has a local contact and a backup plan.

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