Pōmai and Her Papa: Growing Up with Memory Loss and Holding on to What Matters Most

Hā Kūpuna, along with many community partners, proudly presents this short storybook about a young girl, Pōmai and her grandfather, Papa. In this story, Pōmai is worried as she sees Papa is beginning to show signs of dementia-related aging. Pōmai’s family (Papa included) and broader community comes together in support and care for one another. Learn about the many things young people can do with their loved ones living with dementia. Please read and share widely. You can now download a pdf copy for free at the link below. For hard copies please contact our coordinator, Shelley Muneoka at muneokas@hawaii.edu

Now available in both English and ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi!

  • Reading Age: 8, 9, 10
  • Length: 21 pages
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