In this episode, Trina and Lani sit down with special guest Tanea Dalpivo, owner of Healing with Aloha and a VIP sponsor of the very first Kūpuna Kare Expo! 🌺

Tanea shares her inspiring journey of starting Healing with Aloha, her passion for helping kūpuna, families, and individuals facing challenges like anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and relationship struggles. 💜 She breaks down common misconceptions about therapy, talks about powerful “breakthrough moments” with clients, and emphasizes the importance of emotional regulation, compassion, and self-forgiveness.

Whether you’ve ever wondered what therapy is really about or simply want to learn how healing with aloha can transform lives, this episode will open your eyes and warm your heart.

👉 Don’t miss this chance to get to know Tanea — and be sure to meet her in person at the Kūpuna Kare Expo on October 11th at Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo!

Trina and Lani share practical advice on what thrives during this season, plus simple tips to make gardening enjoyable and easy for kūpuna. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned green thumb, this episode has something for you. 🌿

If you’re looking for a fun, healthy, and rewarding way to stay active, gardening might just be the perfect fit — and we’ll tell you why!

Get ready for some laughs (and maybe even a few blush-worthy moments) in this week’s episode of the Kare For Kūpuna Podcast! 🎉

🎙️ Episode #84: “Whine & Wine: Post Wedding Interview with Lani & Russ”

They spill the tea on:

Their favorite moments from the wedding

What surprised them most

And other fun (and funny!) questions you definitely don’t want to miss!

It’s lighthearted, joyful, and full of love — the perfect Whine & Wine episode to brighten your day. 🍷✨

Trina and Lani dive into 5 of the most common misconceptions about caregiving. From “it’s something you have to do alone” to “only professionals can provide proper care,” they break down the myths and share truths that bring more clarity, compassion, and support to caregivers and families alike.

If you’re a caregiver, know a caregiver, or may one day be one yourself — this episode is filled with insight and encouragement you don’t want to miss. 🌺

Living in Hawai‘i is beautiful — but we all know it can also be expensive. That’s why in this week’s episode of the Kare For Kūpuna Podcast, Trina and Lani are sharing 100 practical, creative, and even fun ways to save money in Hawai‘i.

From everyday household hacks to community resources you might not know about, this episode is packed with tips that can help kūpuna, caregivers, and families stretch their budgets while still thriving in paradise.

In this heartfelt conversation, Trina and Lani sit down with Maria Morales from Project Dana — a nonprofit that provides compassionate care and support services to Hawai‘i’s elderly, helping them age with dignity, safety, and independence.

Tune in to hear:

💜 It’s a beautiful reminder of what community care truly looks like.

In this inspiring episode, Trina and Lani sit down with Stephanie Haʻo, one of the amazing leaders behind Vibrant Hawai‘i — a nonprofit focused on creating a thriving, equitable future for all of Hawai‘i.

Together, they discuss:

✨ Bonus: Vibrant Hawai‘i will be one of our featured sponsors at the 1st Annual Kūpuna Kare Expo on October 11th at the Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo! Come meet them in person!

In this very special edition of Whine & Wine, Trina and Lani are joined by none other than Trina’s daughter, Tiana — who just celebrated her baby’s first birthday! 🍼

This episode is filled with:

Sweet reflections on motherhood from both generations

Honest conversations about parenting, balance, and growth

Plenty of laughs (and a few tears!) as Lani plays host and guides the dialogue

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver — this one will warm your heart. 💜

Trina and Lani sit down with Glen Higa, President of the Hawai‘i Parkinson Association, who shares his personal journey living with Parkinson’s and how it led him to empower others facing the same battle.

Glen opens up about:

His diagnosis and how it changed his life

The mission of the Hawai‘i Parkinson Association

Resources and support available to local families

You’ll walk away with a better understanding of this complex disease — and the ways our community is stepping up to help.

In this heartfelt episode, Trina and Lani sit down with Petrinella, co-founder of Moku O Keawe Mālama Nā Kūpuna, a grassroots organization serving Big Island’s kūpuna through community-based meal sharing, resource connections, and cultural wellness.

Petrinella shares:

How the program provides fresh, farm-to-table meals from local farmers, ranchers, and fishermen 🥬🐟

Why empowering local communities to care for their own kūpuna is the heart of their mission

The inspiring story of how a 30-year dream became reality 💜

Their partnerships with groups like Vibrant Hawai‘i to help kūpuna access housing, insurance, Narcan, COVID safety, and more

👉 From walkers to warm meals — this isn’t just about food, it’s about connection, dignity, and community care.