Pat Walker was feeling particularly low. A sister had just died, and after a huge fight with her daughter, she couldn’t get out of bed. For this active, engaged 74-year-old, that was unheard of.
So she sought therapy, which she had done in the past, but this time it was with a geropsychologist, someone who specializes in treating older people. For Walker, who is identified by a combination of her middle and maiden names to protect her privacy, that was life-changing. “It was extremely helpful to have someone with a knowledge of older people, who understands the whole notion that seniors go through periods of isolation and frustration mainly because of their age and their placement in life,” she says.
This undated photograph show William “Bill” Pimental. Bill was a full-time technician in the Avionics Branch. After retiring, he be became the contractor’s representative for the company furnishing the shade canopies on the fighter flightline for a few years.
Bill appears to be in the technical order (TO) library. Still remember those gray metal chairs.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e-newsletter today.
Today we feature the March 1991 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* Gen Jimmie V. Adams becomes new Pacific Air Forces commander
* CAMS News & Views: lots of familiar names
* Promotions: including Rogan Kahalehili, Grant Kaneshiro, Ralph Apo
* Sports News
* Promotion Party sponsored by some familiar names
Off the U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii Facebook page
There are now four places to register your vehicle with the installation.
Soldiers currently assigned to units in Hawai‘i will register their vehicle(s) and their family members’ vehicle(s) with their unit S-1, or personnel section. Civilian employees may also be able to register their vehicle(s) and their family members’ vehicle(s) with their unit S-1.
For residents and community members who need to register their vehicle in person, available locations include:
–Fort Shafter Military Police Station, Bldg. T-118, 512 Palm Circle Drive, Fort Shafter (corner of Palm Circle and Hyland Drive, parking lot located behind the building off Funston Road). Registration is available weekdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
–Garrison Safety Office, Bldg. 106, Room 126, 851 Wright Avenue, Wheeler Army Airfield. Registration is available weekdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Enter through the side door.
–Visitor Control Center at Leilehua Golf Course, 199 Leilehua Road, Wahiawā. The VCC is open weekdays, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Visit https://home.army.mil/…/des-launches-vehicle… or https://home.army.mil/…/ind…/download_file/view/4024/275 for more information.
Important: HIARNG S-1s have nothing to do with this process. HIARNG members need to register at one of the three locations listed above.
From the Medical News Today website
Scientists have identified a new drug that is effective at inhibiting the development of plaques, a key sign of Alzheimer’s disease, in the brains of animals.
The research, which appears in the Journal of Experimental Medicine, lays the groundwork for further studies. If these corroborate the findings, they could pave the way for clinical trials in humans.
Off the 117th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment Facebook page
Soldiers and Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO) of the Hawaii Army National Guard competed in the annual Best Warrior Competition March 5-7, 2021.
A total of 16 Soldiers and Noncommissioned Officers competed for the opportunity to advance to the regional competition later in the year.
The three-day competition, in varying weather conditions, included:
The obstacle course at Area X on Schofield Barracks
A 12 mile road march at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor
A 100 meter swim in uniform
A land navigation event
An individual weapons qualification event
An Army Warrior task and battle drills event
A chemical biological event
After decades of squirreling away money in tax-advantaged retirement accounts, investors entering their 70s have to flip the script. Starting at age 72, Uncle Sam requires taxpayers to draw down their retirement account savings through annual required minimum distributions. Not only do you need to calculate how much must be withdrawn each year, you must pay the tax on the distributions.
There’s no time like the present to get up to speed on the RMD rules. Once you know the basic rules, you can use smart strategies to minimize taxable distributions and make the most of the money that you must withdraw.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawai’i Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e-newsletter today.
Today we feature the March 1959 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:a
* Enlistees: AB Henry Nakahara
* Promotions: including George Joaquin, James Yamamoto, Albert Keliinui
From the Medical News Today website
Fish oil is a common dietary supplement rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Research suggests they could be beneficial for health and protection from certain diseases. Additionally, there may also be specific benefits for men, as fish oil might help with erections and fertility.
People who eat lots of oily fish may get enough of these fatty acids from their diet. For those who do not, or only occasionally, eat fish, taking a fish oil supplement could ensure they get sufficient amounts.
This undated photograph shows the entrance to the then-154th Composite Group. The organization became the 154th Composite Group on November 3, 1978. The name change reflected the Group gaining the 150th and 169th Aircraft Control & Warning Squadrons. Previously, both squadrons reported directly to Hq, Hawaii Air National Guard.
If you enlarge the photograph, you can see the assigned units, some with older unit designations, like the 154th Clinic.
The organization became the 154th Group on March 15, 1992, and later on October 1, 1995, the current 154th Wing.
We’ve had two rounds of stimulus checks so far – and another round is right around the corner. It’s nice getting unexpected money, and for some people it’s a life saver. Whatever your situation, we hope you’re able to put the money to good use.
ut many seniors are wondering how these stimulus checks are going to impact their taxes – especially the tax on Social Security benefits. April 15 will be here before you know it, so you’ll need to file your 2020 tax return soon if you haven’t done so already. You sure don’t want an unpleasant surprise when you do file your return. So, if you’re a retiree, hopefully we can put your mind at ease about stimulus checks and taxes on your Social Security benefits.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e- newsletter today.
Today we feature the March 1967 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* CAMRON News:
* Promotions: including Henry Kajiwara, Alexander Palama, Urban Caries, Fred Takara
* 199th Fighter Squadron News
Retiree News 