One Kalakaua Senior Living

Overview of One Kalakaua Senior Living

Located in Honolulu, Hawaii, One Kalakaua Senior Living is an assisted living community that has been serving older adults for 28 years. Led by Executive Director Michelle M. Kakazu, the community is designed for residents age 55 and older, with accessible living spaces that include wheelchair-friendly living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms.

Residents have access to a broad range of support services, including 24-hour care from licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, rehabilitation services, medication management, assistance with bathing, and meal support. An all-inclusive maintenance fee helps simplify expenses by covering a daily meal, weekly housekeeping, utilities, access to an on-site clinic, around-the-clock security, emergency medical assistance, and a dedicated parking space. Companion care, shopping outings, and transportation services are also available.

Lifestyle amenities include a heated swimming pool, spa, fitness facilities, dining room, library, game room, beauty salon, landscaped gardens, and multiple social gathering spaces. Wellness programs and recreational activities promote engagement, while the pet-friendly environment allows residents to keep companion animals.

The surrounding neighborhood is highly walkable, making it easy for residents to access many daily necessities and local destinations on foot. This accessibility can support an active and independent lifestyle within the community.

Inspections conducted by Hawaii’s Department of Health have primarily focused on maintaining accurate and current care-plan documentation as residents’ needs change. However, recent inspections found the community in compliance, with no deficiencies identified.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #8 / 43Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 43 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.
28 years
Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #3 / 174Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 174 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.
98 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationApril 30, 2027
License Number4-ALF
IslandOahu

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Dining
Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
Spa
Activities
Specific ProgramsCommunications, Prospective Residents

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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 and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 3 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Hawaii average:
• Total deficiencies (89% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (88% below)

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. 327 This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (3 vs. HI avg 27).↓ 89% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.86.78 This facility has 88% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (0.8 vs. HI avg 6.78).↓ 88% better

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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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Honolulu's city center to One Kalakaua Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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): LEC (Lamakū Extended Care):
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.
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 Waikiki
AL
HMC
IL
SR
Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili)
153
Facility 153
HI AVG 43
Rank #6 / 84
Yes
96
Facility 96
HI AVG 50
Rank #11 / 174
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
HI AVG 19
Rank #30 / 43
A+
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 56
15
Facility 15
HI AVG 25
Rank #27 / 56
3.8
Facility 3.8
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #24 / 56
One Kalakaua Senior Living
AL
Honolulu-Yes
98
Facility 98
HI AVG 50
Rank #3 / 174
-
28
Facility 28
HI AVG 19
Rank #8 / 43
A+
2
Facility 2
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #7 / 56
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 25
Rank #9 / 56
0.8
Facility 0.8
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #9 / 56
The Plaza at Moanalua
AL
HMC
IL
LEC
RC
Honolulu (Moanalua)-No
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 50
Rank #138 / 174
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite
16
Facility 16
HI AVG 19
Rank #27 / 43
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Hawaii

One Kalakaua Senior Living is located in Honolulu, 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 One Kalakaua Senior Living

Is One Kalakaua Senior Living in a walkable area?

One Kalakaua Senior Living has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of One Kalakaua Senior Living?

According to HI state health department records, One Kalakaua Senior Living's license number is 4-ALF.

When does One Kalakaua Senior Living's license expire?

According to HI state health department records, One Kalakaua Senior Living's license expires on April 30, 2027.

How long has One Kalakaua Senior Living been in business?

One Kalakaua Senior Living has been operating for approximately 28 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at One Kalakaua Senior Living?

Yes, One Kalakaua Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Has One Kalakaua Senior Living had any deficiencies?

One Kalakaua Senior Living has had 3 reported deficiencies according to records from State of Hawaii Department of Health.

Are there photos of One Kalakaua Senior Living?

Yes — there are 7 photos of One Kalakaua Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

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