HEAL Foundation

Health, Empowerment, Advocacy and Learning

A Hawaii-based 501c3

HEAL's mission is to advocate for and empower individuals in socioeconomic need to achieve holistic well-being. We accomplish this by organizing and sponsoring wellness programs, events, and retreats while fostering community collaboration and providing health resources to promote well-being for all.

Wellness is a holistic integration of physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. Through fueling the body with healthy food, engaging the mind, and nurturing the spirit through purpose, connection to nature, and community

WE CAN THRIVE TOGETHER. 

Well-being Sponsorship

HEAL Foundation sponsors wellness events, workshops, retreats, coaching, and support groups.  HEAL supports the inclusion of patients by providing support to those of low socioeconomic status and marginalized populations.

Mental Health Resources in Hawaii

If you are experiencing an emergency or believe you are a danger to yourself and/or others, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for immediate assistance.

  1. Hawaii CARES 988 is a 24/7, free support service for help with crisis, mental health, and substance abuse. If you need mental health-related or addiction crisis support, or are worried about someone else, you can also call or text 988 (TTY 711) or visit the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline’s chat for free, confidential support with a trained crisis counselor. The lifeline is provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

  2. Oahu ACCESS Line, Open 24/7 808-832-3100 The AMHD Crisis Line of Hawaii provides a team of trained and experienced professionals to help individuals in times of a mental health crisis. The Crisis Line of Hawaii is there to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. On Oahu, call at 832-3100. On the neighbor islands, call toll-free at 1-800-753-6879.

  3. Queenʻs Medical Center Counseling https://www.queens.org/services/behavioral-health/services/counseling-services-qmc

  4. Kāhi Mōhala-Sutter Health Tel. (808) 671-8511 Kahi Mohala is Hawai'i’s only free-standing, not-for-profit licensed medical center exclusively specializing in behavioral health care for the people of Hawai`i and throughout the Pacific Rim. https://www.sutterhealth.org/kahi/health/brain-memory/brain-health-guide

  5. Kaiser Advice Line 1-833-833-3333

  6. Psychology today to search by zip code and insurance for a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/96816

  7. I Ola Lahui Culturally sensitive care: https://www.iolalahui.org/


Community Health Centers on O'ahu

  1. Kalihi Palama Health Center: www.kphc.org or call 808-381-7009

  2. Kokua Kalihi Valley Comprehensive Family Services (96819 focus): www.kkv.net or call 808-791-9410

  3. Koolauloa Health Center: www.koolauloachc.org or call 808-293-9231

  4. Wahiawa Health Center: www.wahiawahealth.org or call 808-622-1619

  5. Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center: www.wcchc.com or call 808-697-3170

  6. Waikiki Health Center: www.waikikihc.org or call 808-699-7180

  7. Waimanalo Health Center: www.waimanalohealth.org or call 808-259-7948


Scholarships for Native Hawaiians to become Health Care Practitioners 

  1. Mauli Ola Mālamalama https://mom.smapply.org/

Organization Members

Mazen Abbas, DO, MPH

Dr. Abbas is co-founder and president of the board of directors of HEAL Foundation.  He is a  pediatric gastroenterologist focusing on mind-body medicine and the role of the microbiome in the health of his patients.  He is also a US Army veteran, former triathlete and holds a Masters in Public Health with focus on environmental and occupational health. He believes the inclusion of health coaching and an integrative approach is essential to healing. Currently, Dr. Abbas is part of an Integrative Medicine Fellowship at George Washington University.

Susan Abbas 

Susan is co-founder and the Director of HEAL Foundation.  She is a trained life and wellness coach, yoga teacher, TRE somatic trauma release practitioner, and holds a certificate of Hawaiian and Indigenous Health and Healing from the University of Hawai'i.  She co-organizes and facilitates women's retreats in Hawai'i.  She has a deep interest in a whole-person integrative approach to healing, with a focus on stress management and nervous system regulation.  She has a background in business management, environmental education, and native plant restoration.