HRS §321-491
Why this law exists for elder and disabled services
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗This section explains the reason for these rules: to set up what services are given to older people, people with disabilities, and the aged who qualify for social services. The health department decides the standards and conditions for who gets these services.
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The statute, as written — Purpose
A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
The purpose of this part is to establish the nature and type of services to elders, disabled, and aged who are qualified to receive social services according to standards and conditions prescribed by the department of health.
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