Palolo Chinese Home (PCH) is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3), charitable organization whose mission is to assist and care for... elders and their families by providing a continuum of care, which is professional and interdisciplinary, in a culturally sensitive family setting. We offer a full array of services to meet the changing needs of Hawaii’s seniors with both on-campus residential programs...
Palolo Chinese Home's rich history began in Hawaii in the 19th century. Beginning in 1852, the Chinese were the first of many to immigrate to Hawaii as sugar plantation laborers. As was the case with most contract workers, of the early Chinese immigrants were single men. Each of the ethnic groups that came to Hawaii brought their own traditions and values to the host culture.
Among their many...