Executive Leadership Team
Brenda S. Ho, MS, RN
Chief Executive Officer
Brenda is the visionary leader steering Hawaii Care Choices towards innovation and sustainability. With a career dedicated to healthcare, she champions a patient and family-centered approach. Brenda's impressive credentials include a Bachelor’s in Nursing, a Master’s in Nursing Administration, and founding pivotal programs like Kupu Care and Pohai Malama Care Center. She also serves as President of Hawaii Palliative and Hospice Care Collaboration and is a board member of Hilo Benioff Medical Center. Recognized with awards like the ATHENA Leadership Award, Brenda fosters teamwork and meaningful partnerships, always guided by Jane Goodall's wisdom: "What you do makes a difference. And you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make."
Shirley S. Dellinger, MHRM
Director of Human Resources & Accounting
Shirley is the heartbeat of our HR and Accounting departments, passionately ensuring that every touchpoint of care makes a difference in our community. With accolades like SHRM National & SHRM Hawaii Member, highest honors in Accounting, and Phi Theta Kappa, Shirley's dedication is unmatched. She leads the Human Resources team, which services all personnel, along with Accounting Reporting & Processes and Special Projects. She lives by the following quotes:
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"Depending on how you look at it, failure may very well be the beginning of success."
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"Remember to be kind to others. You never know what they may be going through."
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"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." – Winston Churchill.
Jeanene “Helene” Andrew,
Director of Clinical Services
Jeanene, with her MSN and RN credentials, is a beacon of patient-centered care. Her mission is to enhance the quality of life for those facing serious illnesses through holistic support. Leading teams in Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Volunteer Services, Bereavement, and Adult Residential Care Home, Jeanene's vision aligns perfectly with HiCARE’s mission. She believes in the profound impact of helping others, echoing the sentiment: "Helping one person might not change the whole world, but it could change the world for one person."
Lori Jordan, BA, ACHE
Director of Organizational Excellence & Advancement
Lori's journey from caregiver to leader is a testament to her unwavering commitment to compassionate care. With a rich history of service on various boards (State of Hawaii Hospice and Palliative Care Association, Kokua Mau Board of Directors) and a slew of awards, including the Weinberg Foundation’s AIM For Excellence Award, Lori leads with a heart full of empathy. She heads the Advancement & Communication, Compliance, Engagement Marketing, Facilities, Information Technology, Quality, and Safety teams, ensuring excellence in every facet of our organization. Lori lives by Maya Angelou's words: "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."
Lynda Dolan, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Dolan is the guiding star of our medical care program, overseeing all medical aspects with a steady hand and a compassionate heart. As a key member of the Interdisciplinary Team, she collaborates seamlessly with attending physicians to address the serious and life-limiting illnesses of our patients. When the attending physician can't meet all the needs, Dr. Dolan steps in to ensure comprehensive care. Her duties include reviewing patient eligibility for services, participating in the development and revision of patient care plans, and serving as the vital link between Hawai‘i Care Choices and the medical community.
Dr. Dolan's journey with Hawai‘i Care Choices began in 1999, and she took on the role of Medical Director in 2009. Since then, she has been the calm in the storm, guiding our team to provide exceptional comfort care for families facing end-of-life challenges. She builds bridges between palliative and hospice professionals and physicians, all while offering unwavering support to families during their most difficult times.