Hale O Meleana
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care & Respite Care · Honolulu, HI

Hale O Meleana

Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care & Respite Care · Honolulu, HI

Overview of Hale O Meleana

Hale O Meleana is a compassionate assisted living community in Honolulu, HI, that offers residential care, memory care, and respite care. With its island-style living, the community is dedicated to providing older adults with a familiar environment. Chef-prepared meals, fun recreational activities, and therapy services are among the community’s high-quality services that aim to keep older adults well taken care of. The community’s dedication to enhancing older adults’ living experiences is anchored to their passion for maintaining their happiness and wellness.

Fitness activities, social events, and various programs tailored to residents’ interests are conducted for residents’ holistic wellness. A movie room, serene walking paths, and Lanai-themed gardens are among the community’s beautiful amenities, ensuring residents have a place to lounge and spend their free time. Located near St. Francis Medical Center and public transportation, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities. This senior living community is a trusted choice for retirement in Hawaii, especially with its dedicated services and extensive amenities.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 176 Rank #2 / 68Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 68 homes we track in Hawaii for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Hawaii facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Hawaii that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #99 / 156Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th out of 156 homes we track in Hawaii for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Hawaii facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Hawaii that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType II Expanded Adult Residential Care Home
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
License Number1618-C
Approved for WheelchairYes
IslandOahu

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hale O Meleana is legally operated by Kelly Davis.

Current Vacancies

InfoVacancy counts may overlap or be gender-specific depending on the community.
Male Residents
110 rooms available
Female Residents
110 rooms available

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Hospice

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsHome Health, Adult Day Health, Care Management

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Inspection History

In Hawaii, the Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance performs regular inspections and unannounced surveys to verify that healthcare facilities maintain high standards of resident care.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
54 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Hawaii state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Hawaii state average
Overall vs. HI average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Hawaii average:
• Total deficiencies (100% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (165% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityHI Averagevs. HI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 5427 This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (54 vs. HI avg 27).↑ 100% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 18.06.78 This facility has 165% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (18 vs. HI avg 6.78).↑ 165% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityHI Averagevs. HI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 34 This facility has had 25% fewer total inspections than the Hawaii average (3 vs. HI avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Honolulu's city center to Hale O Meleana's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Honolulu

Info below is compiled from the HI Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. HMC (Haliʻa Memory Care): SR (Short-Term Respite):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Hale O Meleana
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Honolulu (Liliha - Kapalama)
176
Facility 176
HI AVG 30
Rank #2 / 68
No
37
Facility 37
HI AVG 50
Rank #99 / 156
---Kelly Davis
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
54
Facility 54
HI AVG 25
Rank #49 / 56
18.0
Facility 18.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #54 / 56
15 Craigside
AL
ADC
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Honolulu (Nuuanu - Punchbowl)
45
Facility 45
HI AVG 30
Rank #13 / 68
No
50
Facility 50
HI AVG 50
Rank #77 / 156
Studio / 1 Bed-A+-
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 56
14
Facility 14
HI AVG 25
Rank #25 / 56
2.0
Facility 2.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #13 / 56
Palolo Chinese Home Adult Day Care Center
AL
ADC
HOS
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Honolulu
40
Facility 40
HI AVG 30
Rank #16 / 68
No
10
Facility 10
HI AVG 50
Rank #141 / 156
-
1
Facility 1
HI AVG 19
Rank #37 / 40
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0
Facility 0
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #1 / 56
0
Facility 0
HI AVG 25
Rank #1 / 56
0.0
Facility 0.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #1 / 56
Aiea Heights Senior Living
AL
RESC
Aiea
22
Facility 22
HI AVG 30
Rank #23 / 68
No
21
Facility 21
HI AVG 50
Rank #123 / 156
-
39
Facility 39
HI AVG 19
Rank #4 / 40
A+Satoru Izutsu
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 56
61
Facility 61
HI AVG 25
Rank #51 / 56
15.3
Facility 15.3
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #51 / 56
The Plaza at Punchbowl
AL
HMC
IL
SR
Honolulu-No
88
Facility 88
HI AVG 50
Rank #21 / 156
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
HI AVG 19
Rank #7 / 40
A+-
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
8
Facility 8
HI AVG 25
Rank #15 / 56
2.7
Facility 2.7
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #17 / 56

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every HI community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Hawaii

Hale O Meleana is located in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Hawaii.

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QUEST Integration

Hawaii Medicaid QUEST Integration

Age 65+ or disabled
General Hawaii resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
HI

High cost of living adjustments.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Nursing home Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

Kupuna Care

Hawaii Kupuna Care

Age 60+
General Hawaii resident, unable to perform 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
HI

Limited funding; island-specific delivery.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

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

Hawaii Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Hawaii resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
HI

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

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Hawaii Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Hawaii resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
HI

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Hawaii NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Hawaii resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
HI

Four county AAAs; prioritizes low-income.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($80/day) Counseling

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

Hawaii VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/surviving spouse
General Hawaii resident, wartime service, need for aid with ADLs (A&A) or homebound status.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 2025 net worth limit
HI

Applies statewide; high demand due to veteran population.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Companion Program (SCP)

Hawaii Senior Companion Program

Age
General Volunteers: 55+, low-income, Hawaii resident, able to work 20 hours/week. Recipients: Frail elders needing companionship.
Income Limits (2025) Volunteers: ~$24,980/year (200% FPL); recipients: no limit.
Asset Limits Not specified for volunteers; need-based for recipients.
HI

Statewide; managed by DHS Social Services.

Benefits
Volunteers paid ~$4/hour for companionship (~20 hours/week); recipients get free support (~4-6 hours/week)

Frequently Asked Questions about Hale O Meleana

What neighborhood is Hale O Meleana in?

Hale O Meleana is in the Liliha - Kapalama neighborhood of Honolulu.

Who is the owner of Hale O Meleana?

Hale O Meleana is legally operated by Kelly Davis.

Is Hale O Meleana in a walkable area?

Hale O Meleana has a walk score of 37. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Hale O Meleana?

According to HI state health department records, Hale O Meleana's license number is 1618-C.

When does Hale O Meleana's license expire?

According to HI state health department records, Hale O Meleana's license expires on November 30, 2026.

Are pets allowed at Hale O Meleana?

No, Hale O Meleana has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Hale O Meleana have?

Hale O Meleana has 176 beds.

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