Assistance Dogs of Hawaii
About the Program
Organization explicitly does not train guide, hearing, seizure-alert, balance, psychiatric or autism dogs.
Service Dogs Offered
Mobility service dogs; hospital facility dogs; courthouse facility dogs
Who Qualifies
Children and adults who use manual/power wheelchairs; hospitals/courts
Geographic eligibility: Hawaii / program-specific
Does the Program Provide the Dog?
Provider supplies dog: Yes
Yes
Owner-training supported: No
No
Cost & Financial Requirements
Dog free of charge; $1,000 Team Training Camp fee plus recipient travel
Directory cost category: Free / minimal
Wait Time & Application Status
Wait time: Application 3–4 months; accepted applicants generally wait about 1–2 years, with FAQ noting average under 12 months
Applications: Contact / Verify
Phone screening then application packet
ApplicationTraining & Travel Requirements
Training model: Provider-trained dog; matching and Team Training Camp
Travel/on-site requirement: Team Training Camp; applicant responsible for travel
Support After Placement
Ongoing training/follow-up visits required