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Nursing Home in Hilo

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Hale Anuenue Restorative Care

Nursing Home in Hilo

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Hale Anuenue Restorative Care

Overview of Hale Anuenue Restorative Care

Experience a better quality of life with Hale Anuenue Restorative Care, an putstanding community surrounded by delightful local amenities in Waianuenue Avenue, HIlo, HI, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly qualified team provides exceptional care around the clock to optimize comfort and safety. As a member of Life Care Centers of America, the community promotes a cozy and nurturing environment so residents can thrive and live up to their potential.

Aside from their healthcare needs, the community strives to satisfy residents’ leisure and wellness with engaging recreational activities and enriching programs. Residents enjoy fine dining experience with delightful and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. With its beautifully maintained grounds and purposely crafted amenities, residents make the most of their best years without worries.

(808) 961-6644

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
3/5
Hawaii average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
2/5
Hawaii average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5
Hawaii average: 4.0/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5
Hawaii average: 4.2/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 47m per day

This home provides 10% less nursing time per resident than the Hawaii average.

Hawaii average: 4h 12m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 1h 1m per day 1h 38m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 6m per day 2h 44m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 15m per day 4h 11m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 9m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 45m per day 1h 14m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Hawaii average
Occupancy rate 68.7%
Residents per day (avg) 92
Occupancy rate
68.7%
Residents per day (avg)
92

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

43% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

41% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$17.5M
Profit
$83.1K
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$17.5M
Profit
$83.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.7M
32.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.7M
Total costs $17.4M

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Building Type: Single-story

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Types of Care at Hale Anuenue Restorative Care

Nursing Home

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

Hawaii average 4.4


Last Health inspection on Feb 2024

Total health citations 31

Hawaii average 35.5

Citations per inspection
6.2

Hawaii average 8.23


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

23 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 31 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 0.1


Serious Health citations More info 2
100% worse than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 1

0 critical citations More info Hawaii average: 0.1

2 serious citations More info Hawaii average: 1

28 moderate citations More info Hawaii average: 34.2

1 minor citation More info Hawaii average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 02, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Feb 02, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Feb 02, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Feb 02, 2024
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Hilo The information below is reported by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance.

3 facilities compared · CMS & HI Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Hilo
95
62.4%
-16%
4.67
-13%
+11%
1
39
13.0
3
64
9
East Hawaii State Veterans Home
$12.4M
$5.9M
47.1%
125058
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Hale Anuenue Restorative Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Hilo
120
68.7%
-7%
3.78
-22%
-10%
0
31
6.2
2
92
7
Kahookele, Gail
$17.5M
$5.7M
32.6%
125045
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Life Care Center of Hilo
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Hilo
252
81.7%
+10%
3.38
-15%
-20%
0
40
8.0
0
222
11
Lemanua, Lemapu
$41.3M
$12.1M
29.3%
125040
Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 106
Employees 103
Contractors 3
Staff to resident ratio 1.16:1
29% worse than Hawaii average

Hawaii average ratio: 1.64:1

Avg staff/day 55
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 7.8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 38,384
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 49
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.2%

83 contractor hours this quarter

Qualified Social Worker: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4904917,30391100%7.2
Registered Nurse170175,91091100%8.4
Licensed Practical Nurse7074,30991100%8.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,9046673%8.3
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,86091100%7.5
Speech Language Pathologist3031,1068290%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician3031,1008796%8.7
Physical Therapy Assistant4046836167%6.8
Nurse Aide in Training2025305358%7
Administrator1015206571%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1014766066%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Dental Services Staff1014716167%7.7
Mental Health Service Worker1014695965%8
Other Social Services Staff1014645864%8
Physical Therapy Aide3034426571%6.5
Qualified Social Worker1123264853%6.5
Medical Director0112933%9.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111122%5.5
49 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
17 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 73%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 90%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 96%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 67%
2 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 58%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 67%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 65%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 64%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 53%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 2%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
91 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
17 residents (18.7%)
Medicaid
58 residents (63.7%)
Private pay or other
16 residents (17.6%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.8
33% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 10.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.0
20% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 20.0

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Hawaii avg: 4.1 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.1%
31% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 17.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 17.3%
33% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 25.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 18.6%
In line with Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 18.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.7%
19% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 2.1%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.4%
60% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 3.6%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 2.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.5%
69% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 4.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.8%
21% worse than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 1.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 2.1%
80% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.6%
In line with Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 96.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.7%
In line with Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 95.4%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.10
18% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 1.34

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.46
48% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 0.89

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Hawaii avg: 3.0 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.2%
9% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 83.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.9%
20% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.1%
9% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 84.7%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 10.7%
45% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 19.6%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 14.4%
32% worse than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 10.9%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 95.1%
77% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 66.3%
31% better than Hawaii average

Hawaii average: 50.6%

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QUEST Integration

Hawaii Medicaid QUEST Integration

Age 65+ or disabled, Hawaii resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High cost of living adjustments.

Kupuna Care

Hawaii Kupuna Care

Age 60+, Hawaii resident, unable to perform 2+ ADLs.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited funding; island-specific delivery.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Hawaii Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Hawaii resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to Oahu (e.g., Maluhia in Honolulu); few providers.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Hawaii Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Hawaii resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Hawaii SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Hawaii resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

~800 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Hawaii NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Hawaii resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

Four county AAAs; prioritizes low-income.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Hawaii VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/surviving spouse, Hawaii resident, wartime service, need for aid with ADLs (A&A) or homebound status.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).

Applies statewide; high demand due to veteran population.

Senior Companion Program (SCP)

Hawaii Senior Companion Program

Volunteers: 55+, low-income, Hawaii resident, able to work 20 hours/week. Recipients: Frail elders needing companionship.

Volunteers: ~$24,980/year (200% FPL); recipients: no limit.

Not specified for volunteers; need-based for recipients.

Statewide; managed by DHS Social Services.

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