OUR STORY
Making your family a priority is our goal.
The opportunity to form Kokua Healthcare Big Island arose in 2023. Partners Jake and Iris along with Hulali set out to accomplish a home care agency that put the community and people of Hawaii Island as a priority. Together, we are determined to create a better home health system for the Big Island. A resource that we know our island lacks. Kokua Healthcare Big Island hopes to continue to build lasting and cherished relationships with all the communities and healthcare workers of Hawaii.
MEET THE TEAM
Jacob Mauer
Chief Executive Officer
Jacob brings to Kokua Healthcare Big Island over a decade of healthcare leadership and a Captain’s service in the US Army, where he continues in the Reserves, to his mission of compassionate care. Inspired by watching loved ones face healthcare challenges, Jacob started Kokua Healthcare to be a trusted, family-like provider for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and veterans on the Big Island. His military-honed values of resilience, strategic thinking, and selfless service drive his vision to ensure every person feels valued and cared for, fostering a stronger, more connected community. Under his leadership, Kokua Healthcare has grown into a beacon of heartfelt care, guided by his belief: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
MEET THE TEAM
Hulali Trask-Kainoa
Chief Operating Officer
Aloha kāua,
ʻO Hulali Trask-Kainoa koʻu inoa. No Hilo mai au, no kēia ʻāina pulapula o Moku o Keawe. Mai kuʻu wā kamali’i, he mea ko’iko’i ia’u ke kūkulu ʻana i kahua mālama kūpuna, mālama mākua no nei ʻāina. Na wai e mālama i ko kākou hoʻoilina inā ʻaʻole kākou, na hanauna hou? ʻOia kaʻu nuʻukia, ka mea nāna e alakaʻi i ke ala ʻoihana. Ua lilo au i kahu maʻi he mau makahiki aku nei, a mau no ka ʻimi ʻana i nā ala ola kūpono no ka lāhui. Hoʻokahua ʻia kēia ʻahahui ʻo Kōkua Healthcare Moku Nui i mea e kōkua a e mālama ai i ke olakino o nā kūpuna. Eia no mākou, ʻo Kōkua Healthcare Big Island- mākaukau no ka hoʻokumu ʻana i ka papahana kūpono ko kou ʻohana. E kelepona mai.
Me ke aloha nui,
Naʻu no
Hulali Trask-Kainoa
Aloha everyone,
My name is Hulali Trask-Kainoa, and I was born and raised in Hilo, on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi. From a young age, my family and community have instilled in me the value of ʻohana and the importance of caring for our own. While in high school, my mom, Renee Trask, fell ill with ALS. Our entire family came together to make sure that she could remain at home, surrounded by those who loved her during her final years. We were blessed to have expanded our ʻohana during this time with our Hospice ʻohana, who played an instrumental role in mom’s care. Since then, it has been my goal to figure out my place in this community and how I can help take care of our people. I have been in the healthcare field since 2014 and have been a nurse for over five years, with my primary experience being in geriatric care and infection prevention and management. My dream is to be able to give back to my community and help establish trustworthy and honorable healthcare. Kōkua Healthcare Big Island strives to do just that- to provide our Kūpuna and local communities with the care they deserve while giving our employees a safe and desirable workplace. We are always open to discussing the needs of your ʻohana and will do what we can to support everyone in the process.
Mahalo nui,
Hulali Trask-Kainoa
MEET THE TEAM
Iris Erickson
Chief Compliance Officer
Aloha, Big Island!
I’m beyond excited to share that we’ve officially launched a new branch of our healthcare ‘ohana right here on Hawai‘i Island. After 17 years in nursing and building Kokua Healthcare on Kaua‘i, I knew it was time to grow. Why? Because families on every island deserve care that feels like family—personal, respectful, and rooted in aloha.
This new chapter isn’t just about expanding services, it’s about expanding support for caregivers, clients, and our entire community. Stay tuned as we build our team, connect with local partners, and bring our heart-centered approach to healthcare right here on the Big Island.
From my ‘ohana to yours—mahalo for the warm welcome. Let’s take care of each other.
Sincerely,
Iris Erickson
Our Goal
We help families take care of their aging loved ones. We strive to create a balance between home help and promoting independence.
Personalized Care
Our wide range of personal care, companionship care, and respite services can be mixed and matched to fit your individual needs.
Why Us?
Kokua Healthcare is licensed by the Office of Health and Care Assurance and provides well-trained and certified caregivers to the comfort of your home.
People Matter At Kokua Healthcare
People want to live their lives where they feel most comfortable – in their own home. We offer a range of services, from basic companionship to round-the-clock care, that allows seniors and other individuals to remain in their own homes for as long as possible.
I am honored to recommend Kōkua Healthcare Big Island, who provided exceptional care to my father before his passing. His caregiver went above and beyond, consistently demonstrating compassion, patience, and professionalism. Her attentive and gentle approach brought immense comfort to both my father and stepmother during a difficult time, and her dedication was truly unparalleled. She was not only skilled in her nursing duties but also deeply empathetic, creating a supportive environment that brought peace to our family. We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Kokua Healthcare Big Island for my father, and I highly recommend them for any role requiring excellence in healthcare and genuine human connection.
My Dad is a 91 year old military veteran who is very organized and particular about how he likes everything done. We have a wonderful experience with Kokua Healthcare. Dad was initially hesitant to have professional caregivers in his home. . The caregivers they provided have been extremely professional and personable. They were dependable, and always on time. My Dad truly enjoys their company, and the caregiver services they provide. I feel they go above the “call of duty” to truly understand our needs, and customize their service. Their communication is also timely and excellent.
We have been very pleased with our caregiver from Kokua Healthcare Big Island. The progress in my wife’s recovery from her neck surgery has been amazing. She is regaining strength and mobility and doesn’t need to worry about her previous home duties. She is happier and has social interaction while I am at work. I recommend Kokua Healthcare Big Island.
