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Ilima at Leihano
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kapolei, HI
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Ilima at Leihano

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kapolei, HI
739 Leihano St, Kapolei, HI 96707 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Ilima at Leihano

Offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof, Ilima at Leihano is a senior living community on the island of Oahu in Kapolei, Hawaii. Operating for 19 years, it sits in Kapolei’s City Center neighborhood, an area of the island often called its “Second City.” It’s a short 0.6 miles from the city center, and the nearest hospital, Pali Momi Medical Center, is about 9.46 miles away.

Residents here can access transportation for outside appointments, and the community partners with local healthcare specialists to help coordinate care. Daily support comprises housekeeping, laundry, and help with grocery shopping and errands, so occupants can rely on the team for daily life logistics. An in-house culinary team prepares meals for residents as part of the community’s dining program. For recreation and socializing, Ilima at Leihano offers a swimming pool, an arts and crafts center, a fitness center, and a movie or theater room, giving occupants an array of ways to stay active and engaged. The moderately walkable surrounding area carries a Walk Score of 67, so some errands are doable on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities within reach.

Families navigating memory care, assisted living, or independent living options in Kapolei may find it beneficial to inquire directly about which of the home’s three care types would best fit their loved one’s current needs.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #18 / 40Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 40 homes we track in Hawaii for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Hawaii facilities. Longer operating histories may 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.
19 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #48 / 156Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th 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.
67 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026 Expires in 9 days
License Number20-ALF
IslandOahu

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Inspection History

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kapolei's city center to Ilima at Leihano's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 9.46 miles to nearest hospital (Pali Momi Medical Center)

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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.
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
Ilima at Leihano
AL
IL
MC
Kapolei (City Center)-Yes
67
Facility 67
HI AVG 50
Rank #48 / 156
-
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 19
Rank #18 / 40
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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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Hawaii

Ilima at Leihano is located in Kapolei, 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 Ilima at Leihano

What neighborhood is Ilima at Leihano in?

Ilima at Leihano is in the City Center neighborhood of Kapolei.

Is Ilima at Leihano in a walkable area?

Ilima at Leihano has a walk score of 67. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Ilima at Leihano?

According to HI state health department records, Ilima at Leihano's license number is 20-ALF.

When does Ilima at Leihano's license expire?

According to HI state health department records, Ilima at Leihano's license expires on August 31, 2026.

How long has Ilima at Leihano been in business?

Ilima at Leihano has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Ilima at Leihano?

Yes, Ilima at Leihano allows residents to bring their pets.

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