Lunalilo Home
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Residential Care & Respite Care · Honolulu, HI

Lunalilo Home

Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Residential Care & Respite Care · Honolulu, HI

Overview of Lunalilo Home

Operated by CEO Keolamaikalani Dean, Lunalilo Home is an assisted living community in the Hawaiʻi Kai neighborhood of Honolulu, about 1.8 miles from the city center. It offers assisted living, adult day care, residential care, and respite care under one roof, and has served Oahu’s kūpuna for over a century. The 40-bed community is licensed as a Type II Expanded Adult Residential Care Home in a two-story building. Residents can select from private or shared rooms, including single, double, or multi-person occupancy. The somewhat walkable neighborhood carries a Walk Score of 40. A few nearby errands can be done on foot, with most trips needing transportation.

With staff available to help with personal care, medication management, and first aid, Care at Lunalilo Home is built around ambulatory residents. Special dietary needs are handled, and meals and snacks are served from a set sample menu, alongside a meals-to-go option for added flexibility. Recreational, cultural, and spiritual programming is rooted in native Hawaiian culture and values, giving daily life here a distinct local character. Practical support transcends direct care. The home provides transportation to medical appointments, along with housekeeping and laundry services, so occupants and their families have fewer logistics to manage on their own. Between its cultural programming and its set of care levels, from residential care to respite stays, Lunalilo Home is tailored to support kūpuna at more than one stage of need.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 40 Rank #8 / 55Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 8th out of 55 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Hawaii that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #49 / 92Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 49th out of 92 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Hawaii that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Entrance FeeA one-time fee paid when moving in, common at continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs). Depending on the contract, part of it may be refundable.
$100

License Details

Facility TypeType II Expanded Adult Residential Care Home
License Number1295-C
Approved for WheelchairYes
IslandOahu

Ownership & Operating Entity

Lunalilo Home is legally operated by Keolamaikalani Dean, CEO.

Current Vacancies

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

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Health Status/Condition Change Monitoring

Additional Services

4 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Laundry & LinenListed as: Bed and bath linen service
Housekeeping
TransportationListed as: Transportation to medical appointments

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Music (Kani Ka Pila)
Hula Performances
Lei Making
Art
Gardening

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Lunalilo Home.
  • Low-sodium / heart-healthy options.

Room Accommodations

Building Type2-story
Room Types
Private Room Semi-Private / Shared Room

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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.

Places of interest near Lunalilo Home

Address 501 Kekauluohi St, Honolulu, HI 96825

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
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.
Pualei Care Home
AL
Honolulu (Hawaii Kai)
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 23
Rank #17 / 55
No
62
Facility 62
HI AVG 43
Rank #24 / 92
Private / Shared RoomsRuby Jose
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3
Rank #12 / 47
6
Facility 6
HI AVG 24
Rank #8 / 47
2.0
Facility 2.0
HI AVG 6.0
Rank #9 / 47
Serenity Care Home Hawaii Kai
AL
RESC
Honolulu (Hawaii Kai)
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 23
Rank #17 / 55
No
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 43
Rank #92 / 92
Private RoomsAna Jose
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3
Rank #31 / 47
16
Facility 16
HI AVG 24
Rank #24 / 47
4.0
Facility 4.0
HI AVG 6.0
Rank #21 / 47
Lunalilo Home
AL
ADC
RESC
RC
Honolulu (Hawaii Kai)
40
Facility 40
HI AVG 23
Rank #8 / 55
No
40
Facility 40
HI AVG 43
Rank #49 / 92
Private / Shared RoomsCeo Keolamaikalani Dean---
Lani’olu Hale at Hawai’i Kai Senior Care
AL
RESC
Honolulu (Hawaii Kai)
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 23
Rank #17 / 55
No-Private RoomsAnthony Defiesta---
The Ivy at Hawaii Kai
AL
Honolulu (Hawaii Kai)-Yes
6
Facility 6
HI AVG 43
Rank #89 / 92
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed----

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other HI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Hawaii

Lunalilo Home is in Honolulu, Hawaii. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Long-term care coverage

QUEST Integration

Hawaii Medicaid QUEST Integration

Eligibility

General
People eligible for Hawaii Medicaid under a covered eligibility group. Long-term services require the applicable clinical and financial assessment; QUEST Integration is not limited to seniors.
HI specifics
Benefits are based on medical necessity and clinical criteria.

What it provides

  • Medicaid health benefits and; for eligible members; institutional or home/community-based long-term services and supports.
Cash support · veterans

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

VA Pension Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits (Federal)

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
No single monthly income cutoff. VA compares countable annual income, after permitted deductions, with the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate for the household and benefit category.
Asset limit
Net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus annual income; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Veterans or eligible survivors who qualify for VA Pension or Survivors Pension and meet the additional Aid and Attendance or Housebound criteria. Service, discharge, family status and pension eligibility rules also apply.
HI specifics
A federal VA pension benefit; Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhancements cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • A higher pension ceiling for eligible Aid and Attendance or Housebound recipients. Actual pension equals the applicable annual maximum minus countable income; the two enhancements cannot be paid together.
In-home & community support

Kupuna Care

Hawaii Kupuna Care

Eligibility

General
Eligible care recipients and caregivers assessed by the county Area Agency on Aging under Hawaii's Kupuna Care rules and an individualized support plan.
HI specifics
Services depend on assessed need and available funding.

What it provides

  • Authorized traditional or participant-directed long-term supports to help people remain at home and support caregivers; funding is paid for approved services.
Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Support Program

Family Caregiver Support Program (Hawaii)

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia

Eligibility

General
Adult family or informal caregivers of adults age 60 or older or people of any age with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. The federal program also supports specified older-relative caregiver categories.

What it provides

  • Caregiver information and access assistance; counseling and training; support groups; respite and limited supplemental services under the federal caregiver-support framework.
In-home support

Chore Services Program

Hawaii Chore Services Program

Eligibility

General
Adults eligible for SSI or Hawaii DHS financial or Medicaid assistance who meet program requirements. People already receiving services from Medicaid health plans for aged, blind or disabled members are not eligible for this service.
HI specifics
The state explicitly describes Chore Services as available statewide.

What it provides

  • Approved housekeeping help; including cleaning; laundry; shopping and meal preparation; to support living in the community.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Hawaii Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiaries meeting the applicable state Medicare Savings Program eligibility rules.
HI specifics
Applications are administered by the state Medicaid program.

What it provides

  • Assistance with Medicare premiums and; for qualified QMB beneficiaries; Medicare-covered deductibles and coinsurance. The qualifying category determines which costs are paid.
Cash assistance

Aid to the Aged, Blind and Disabled (AABD) Cash Assistance

Hawaii Aid to the Aged, Blind and Disabled (AABD) Cash Assistance

Asset limit
Countable resources no more than $2,000 for a single person or $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Hawaii residents age 65 or older or meeting Social Security blindness/disability criteria who meet the state financial rules. This gap-group benefit serves people with little or no federal benefits; households with a dependent child are referred to family assistance.

What it provides

  • Cash help with food; clothing; shelter and other essential living expenses.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lunalilo Home

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is Lunalilo Home in?
Lunalilo Home is in the Hawaii Kai neighborhood of Honolulu.
02 Who is the owner of Lunalilo Home?
Lunalilo Home is legally operated by Keolamaikalani Dean, CEO.
03 Is Lunalilo Home in a walkable area?
Lunalilo Home has a walk score of 40. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
04 What is the license number of Lunalilo Home?
According to HI state health department records, Lunalilo Home's license number is 1295-C.
05 Are pets allowed at Lunalilo Home?
No, Lunalilo Home has a no-pet policy.
06 What is the best email address for Lunalilo Home?
The team at Lunalilo Home can be reached at info@lunalilo.org.
07 How many beds does Lunalilo Home have?
Lunalilo Home has 40 beds.