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We became foster parents to help families and take care of children in need. Later we were able to adopt our kids from the foster system. 

As we soon learned, there was such a great need for foster homes for kids ranging from newborns to teens. During our time, we also noticed was how little these kids knew about adulthood and all the responsibilities that came with it, and the need to help them navigate through this transition. Thus, Pa'a Lima was created. 

Sharon has been working in the field of Homeless and Housing programs for the County of Kaua'i since 2006, as a grants manager, homeless liaison, fair housing officer and various positions throughout her time.  In 2020, she transitioned her role to a non-profit agency as their Housing Director to provide program supervision, and direct services for the County's first Supportive Housing Project, that provides client centered case management services using the Housing First model. 

With 18+ years in this field, Sharon brings a wealth of experience with facilitating meetings, contracts and coordinating outreach events for the houseless population. With housing development and services, she continues her efforts for education by participating in many trainings and is currently working to complete her degree as a Licensed Social Worker.

Her goal is create a safe, loving and supportive housing program for foster youth aging out of the system.