Autism Support Groups in Kahului, Hawaii

On Maui, in-person autism community exists but is smaller than on Oahu — which makes both local connection and online community especially valuable. Kahului is the island's hub, and it's where many services and family gatherings are based, but the wider network of organizations and events sits on Oahu.

Anchoring organizations and resources:

• Autism Society of Hawaii — the community's central hub, serving all islands including Maui, offering information, connection, and a sense of the local landscape. A natural first call for finding groups and events; ask what's active on Maui and whether any groups meet virtually. https://www.autismsocietyhi.org
• Imua Family Services (Kahului) — beyond early intervention and therapy, a local anchor whose staff often know the Maui family community and can point you toward connection. 808-244-7467. https://imuafamilyservices.org
• Special Parent Information Network (SPIN) — a statewide resource connecting parents of children with disabilities to information and each other. https://spinhawaii.org
• Leadership in Disabilities and Achievement of Hawaii (LDAH) — the state's parent training and information center, which supports families navigating services and can connect you with others.

For Maui families, online community is often the lifeline. When you're separated from services and gatherings by a plane ride, video meetups, statewide social-media groups, and phone-based peer connections do real work. Some Oahu-based groups intentionally welcome remote participants for exactly this reason. It's worth asking any group whether they offer a virtual option. The August 2023 Lahaina wildfire also strained many West Maui families' networks, making reconnection and mutual support especially important.

Hawaii's cultural diversity is a strength here. Families may find particular comfort in groups that share their language, heritage, or parenting traditions, and the broader community increasingly recognizes the value of culturally grounded support. If you don't immediately find a group that fits, the Autism Society of Hawaii is a good place to ask what exists. Our support and community guide offers more on building your circle.