HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A blessing and groundbreaking was held Saturday for a homeless community program in Waimanalo.

The ceremony marked the start of the next phase in Hui Mahiai Aina and aio Foundation’s homeless community program in Waimanalo to provide village-style housing and long-term support for homeless individuals and families in Hawaii.

“I had to make sure that I stand in the right position that I will take care of my people, and today that is what I’m doing, I’m taking care of our people and bringing them back home where they belong,” said Blanche McMillan, president of Hui Mahiai Aina.

Located on Oluolu Street, Hui Mahiai Village will be developed on nearly three acres of state land as part of the state’s affordable housing project to tackle homelessness.

The initial p

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