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Pahoa Today
By the People, for the People
Puna Kupuna Watch Launches First Meeting Tomorrow
New community policing program aims to promote safety and support seniors in Hawaii's Puna district.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:20am
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The new Kupuna Watch program aims to empower Hawaii's elderly residents and provide resources to prevent financial crimes targeting seniors.Pahoa TodayThe Hawaii County Police Department's Puna Community Policing Section is holding the inaugural Puna Kupuna Watch meeting tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Pahoa Senior Center. Kupuna Watch is a free monthly outreach program designed to improve communication between police and residents, raise awareness of elder abuse and financial crimes, and help keep neighborhoods safe, especially for senior citizens.
Why it matters
The Puna district on Hawaii's Big Island has a large elderly population, and community leaders have identified the need for more resources and communication to address issues like elder abuse, fraud targeting seniors, and overall neighborhood safety. The new Kupuna Watch program aims to empower residents, strengthen ties with law enforcement, and provide valuable information to help protect the area's vulnerable older adults.
The details
At the Kupuna Watch meetings, police officers will share crime and traffic trends, educate attendees on recognizing and reporting elder abuse, and provide tips to prevent financial and internet-related scams targeting seniors. Future monthly meetings will rotate to different locations throughout the Puna district.
- The first Puna Kupuna Watch meeting will be held tomorrow, April 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Future monthly Puna Kupuna Watch meetings will take place on the second Thursday of each month.
The players
Hawaii County Police Department
The local law enforcement agency serving Hawaii's Big Island, including the Puna district.
Puna Community Policing Section
A division of the Hawaii County Police Department focused on community engagement and public safety initiatives in the Puna region.
Pahoa Senior Center
A community center in Pahoa, Hawaii that will host the inaugural Puna Kupuna Watch meeting.
What’s next
Future monthly Puna Kupuna Watch meetings will be held on the second Thursday of each month at various locations throughout the Puna district.
The takeaway
The launch of the Puna Kupuna Watch program demonstrates the Hawaii County Police Department's commitment to strengthening ties with the local community, especially vulnerable senior citizens, and providing resources to promote neighborhood safety and prevent elder abuse and financial crimes.