Poncethia R. Rambo’s
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Hilo, HI

Poncethia R. Rambo’s

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Hilo, HI

Overview of Poncethia R. Rambo’s

Surrounded by serene parks, including Machado Acres Park and Ainaola Park in Hilo, HI, Poinsettia R, Rambo’s is a dedicated community that offers assisted living. The community strives to accommodate up to five residents, providing top-notch care to optimize comfort and convenience. A respectful and highly trained team helps with daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7, ensuring a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live an active lifestyle with a variety of fun recreational activities and engaging programs. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment for residents to live a blissful retirement .

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 5 Rank #46 / 84Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 84 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.

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

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #143 / 174Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType I Expanded Adult Residential Care Home
License Number1476-C
Approved for WheelchairYes
IslandBig Island

Ownership & Operating Entity

Poncethia R. Rambo’s is legally operated by Poncethia Rambo.

Current Vacancies

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

Care & Accommodations

Ambulatory Type: Ambulatory
Diet Type: Special

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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. 10 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Hawaii average:
• Total deficiencies (63% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (51% 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. 1027 This facility has 63% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (10 vs. HI avg 27).↓ 63% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.36.78 This facility has 51% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (3.3 vs. HI avg 6.78).↓ 51% 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. 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

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Building Type: 2-story

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Places of interest near Poncethia R. Rambo’s

Address 4.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hilo's city center to Poncethia R. Rambo’s's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Hilo

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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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.
Poncethia R. Rambo’s
AL
MC
Hilo
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
17
Facility 17
HI AVG 50
Rank #143 / 174
-Poncethia Rambo
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
Elisa Cabal Care Home
AL
Hilo
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
16
Facility 16
HI AVG 50
Rank #146 / 174
Private / Shared RoomsElisa Cabal
2
Facility 2
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #7 / 56
8
Facility 8
HI AVG 25
Rank #15 / 56
2.7
Facility 2.7
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #17 / 56
Cua, Lilia
AL
Hilo
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
23
Facility 23
HI AVG 50
Rank #131 / 174
-Lilia Cua
1
Facility 1
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #4 / 56
2
Facility 2
HI AVG 25
Rank #5 / 56
0.7
Facility 0.7
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #6 / 56
Island Care Home
AL
Hilo (Akolea Plantation Estates)
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
9
Facility 9
HI AVG 50
Rank #157 / 174
Private / Shared RoomsHestia Yi Lee
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
29
Facility 29
HI AVG 25
Rank #39 / 56
9.7
Facility 9.7
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #44 / 56
Acedo, Melba
AL
MC
Hilo
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 43
Rank #78 / 84
No
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 50
Rank #138 / 174
-Melba Daak
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
11
Facility 11
HI AVG 25
Rank #21 / 56
3.7
Facility 3.7
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #23 / 56

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Hawaii

Poncethia R. Rambo’s is located in Hilo, 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 Poncethia R. Rambo’s

Who is the owner of Poncethia R. Rambo’s?

Poncethia R. Rambo’s is legally operated by Poncethia Rambo.

Is Poncethia R. Rambo’s in a walkable area?

Poncethia R. Rambo’s has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Poncethia R. Rambo’s?

According to state health department records, Poncethia R. Rambo’s's license number is 1476-C.

Are pets allowed at Poncethia R. Rambo’s?

No, Poncethia R. Rambo’s has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Poncethia R. Rambo’s have?

Poncethia R. Rambo’s has 5 beds.

Has Poncethia R. Rambo’s had any deficiencies?

Poncethia R. Rambo’s has had 10 reported deficiencies since 2022 according to records from State of Hawaii Department of Health.

Are there photos of Poncethia R. Rambo’s?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Poncethia R. Rambo’s in the photo gallery on this page.

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