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

Kisco Ilima at Leihano

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kapolei, HI

Overview of Kisco Ilima at Leihano

Ilima at Leihano, by the premier Kisco community is a distinguished residence offering exceptional independent living with assisted living and memory care support beyond standard senior living. Located in Kapolei, Hawaii, it provides a serene and convenient setting, with access to essential amenities like medical services, shopping centers, the public library, and the expansive 60-acre Kapolei Regional Park.

At Ilima at Leihano, they adhere to the highest independent living retirement experience, ensuring that residents receive the utmost care and attention. The community offers a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, providing residents with comfortable and well-appointed living spaces. From the moment residents arrive, they are surrounded by a vibrant environment that promotes well-being and engagement.

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

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Spa
Dining
Bistro
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Walking Paths
Transportation
Concierge
Housekeeping
Laundry
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsArt of Living Well

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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.
39 deficiencies 4 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 (44% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (45% 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. 3927 This facility has 44% more total deficiencies than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (39 vs. HI avg 27).↑ 44% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 9.86.78 This facility has 45% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (9.8 vs. HI avg 6.78).↑ 45% 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. 44 This facility has total inspections in line with the Hawaii average (4 vs. HI avg 4).— At avg

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Kisco Ilima at Leihano

LP IL showers Mallorca Floor Plans 2017 Ficus UE2
LP IL showers Mallorca Floor Plans 2017 Lavender
Floor Plans 2017 Olive
Floor Plans 2017 Sage
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Orange UC
LP IL showers Mallorca Floor Plans 2017 RoseUE
LP IL showers Mallorca Floor Plans 2017 RoseUE

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kapolei's city center to Kisco Ilima at Leihano's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 9.45 miles to nearest hospital (Pali Momi Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around Waipahu

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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
The Plaza at Pearl City
AL
HMC
IL
SR
Pearl City
158
Facility 158
HI AVG 30
Rank #3 / 68
No
69
Facility 69
HI AVG 50
Rank #46 / 156
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
12
Facility 12
HI AVG 19
Rank #28 / 40
A+-
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
12
Facility 12
HI AVG 25
Rank #22 / 56
4.0
Facility 4.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #25 / 56
Sagadraca Care Home
AL
MC
Waipahu
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 30
Rank #30 / 68
No
70
Facility 70
HI AVG 50
Rank #43 / 156
Private / Shared Rooms--Aurora Sagadraca
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
Tender Loving Care
AL
MC
Waipahu
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 30
Rank #30 / 68
No
15
Facility 15
HI AVG 50
Rank #137 / 156
Private / Shared Rooms--Jovita Ibon
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
10
Facility 10
HI AVG 25
Rank #18 / 56
3.3
Facility 3.3
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #20 / 56
Esamya Koh Care Home LLC
AL
NH
Waipahu
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 30
Rank #30 / 68
No
49
Facility 49
HI AVG 50
Rank #79 / 156
Private / Shared Rooms--Teresita Koh
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 56
52
Facility 52
HI AVG 25
Rank #48 / 56
13.0
Facility 13.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #48 / 56
Kisco Ilima at Leihano
AL
IL
MC
Kapolei (City Center)-Yes
67
Facility 67
HI AVG 50
Rank #48 / 156
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 19
Rank #18 / 40
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4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 56
39
Facility 39
HI AVG 25
Rank #43 / 56
9.8
Facility 9.8
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #46 / 56

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Hawaii

Kisco Ilima at Leihano is located in Kapolei, 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 Kisco Ilima at Leihano

What neighborhood is Kisco Ilima at Leihano in?

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

Is Kisco Ilima at Leihano in a walkable area?

Kisco 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 Kisco Ilima at Leihano?

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

When does Kisco Ilima at Leihano's license expire?

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

How long has Kisco Ilima at Leihano been in business?

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

Does Kisco Ilima at Leihano have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Kisco Ilima at Leihano on this page.

Are pets allowed at Kisco Ilima at Leihano?

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

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