Who We Are
About Us
Nohona is a Hawaiian word that means a dwelling place or a lifestyle. Nohona as a non-profit represents lifestyle medicine, as well as a healer for every home and meeting our community where they are at and where they live and where they are comfortable. Nohona.”
-Kaui Krueger
Our Story
Nohona Health was founded in 2022 after identifying the immediate need to bridge traditional healing with Western innovations. We are thrilled to have you join us on this journey towards a brighter and more sustainable future on Maui.
At Nohona Health, we firmly believe in the power of collective action to drive change, and we have embarked on a mission to foster Native Hawaiian health and sustainable agriculture on Maui. Through innovative initiatives, community engagement, and a steadfast commitment to our core values, we aim to create a community where a healer dwells in every home. As we work tirelessly towards these goals, we invite you to explore our programs, get involved, and become a vital part of our extended family. Together, we can transform lives, foster growth,
and create lasting change.
Our organization continues to partner with agencies that are able to assist with providing lifestyle medication. Incorporating traditional Hawaiian practices and western innovation to provide a one-of-a-kind health and wellness experience. In addition to providing healing, we would like to have a cultural healer in every home eventually. We are actively working with cultural practitioners and partners to educate families on Maui to better prepare them to care for those they live with.
Our Mission
Empowering Our Heritage, Nurturing Our Health
Our mission at Nohona Health, a dedicated Native Hawaiian health organization, is to honor our ancestral wisdom and cultivate a healthier future for our community. Through education, outreach, and hands-on experiences, we are committed to fostering a revival of traditional health practices while nurturing a strong connection to the land and its resources.
Our ultimate goal is to see a healer in every home, where the knowledge of our ancestors' merges with modern understanding to create a harmonious balance of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. By weaving the tapestry of our heritage into the fabric of contemporary life, we envision a thriving, resilient community that embodies the vitality of our past while embracing the promise of tomorrow.
Our Vision
Envisioning a Vibrant Future Rooted in Tradition
By incorporating traditional Native Hawaiian values with innovative Western medicine, Nohona Health aims to motivate and empower Maui's community with the tools they need to provide a healer in every home.
