Wisdom Home Care

Overview of Wisdom Home Care

Wisdom Home Care is an adult residential care home located on Waikele Road in Waipahu, Hawaii. Run by operator Maricor Dela Cruz, this licensed, two-story house accommodates up to four residents, providing a small-scale living arrangement as an alternative to large senior living complexes.

The surrounding neighborhood features a walkability score of 76 out of 100, which allows visitors and families to complete most daily errands entirely on foot. Caregivers remain on-site 24 hours a day to assist with bathing, grooming, cooking, light housekeeping, and personal companionship.

The staff also provides hospital accompaniment to help coordinate logistics during medical transfers or external doctor appointments.

Prospective residents can contact the administrator directly to ask about current room vacancies and monthly fees.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 4 Rank #78 / 84Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 78th 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 Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #39 / 174Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th 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 Number1633-C
Approved for WheelchairYes
IslandOahu

Ownership & Operating Entity

Wisdom Home Care is legally operated by Maricor Dela Cruz.

Current Vacancies

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

Care & Accommodations

Ambulatory Type: Ambulatory
Diet Type: Special

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCompanionship Care, Homemaking Care, Hospital Accompaniment, Chores, Meal Preparation, Personal Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri 9:00am – 5:00pm

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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. 41 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Hawaii average:
• Total deficiencies (52% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (102% 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. 4127 This facility has 52% more total deficiencies than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (41 vs. HI avg 27).↑ 52% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 13.76.78 This facility has 102% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (13.7 vs. HI avg 6.78).↑ 102% 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. 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

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: 2-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

Places of interest near Wisdom Home Care

Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Waipahu's city center to Wisdom Home Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 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. 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 43
Rank #5 / 84
No
69
Facility 69
HI AVG 50
Rank #52 / 174
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
12
Facility 12
HI AVG 19
Rank #31 / 43
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 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
70
Facility 70
HI AVG 50
Rank #49 / 174
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 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
15
Facility 15
HI AVG 50
Rank #149 / 174
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 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
49
Facility 49
HI AVG 50
Rank #87 / 174
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
Wisdom Home Care
AL
Waipahu
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 43
Rank #78 / 84
No
76
Facility 76
HI AVG 50
Rank #39 / 174
---Maricor Dela Cruz
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
41
Facility 41
HI AVG 25
Rank #45 / 56
13.7
Facility 13.7
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #50 / 56

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Hawaii

Wisdom Home Care is located in Waipahu, 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 Wisdom Home Care

Who is the owner of Wisdom Home Care?

Wisdom Home Care is legally operated by Maricor Dela Cruz.

Is Wisdom Home Care in a walkable area?

Wisdom Home Care has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Wisdom Home Care?

According to HI state health department records, Wisdom Home Care's license number is 1633-C.

Are pets allowed at Wisdom Home Care?

No, Wisdom Home Care has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Wisdom Home Care have?

Wisdom Home Care has 4 beds.

Has Wisdom Home Care had any deficiencies?

Wisdom Home Care has had 41 reported deficiencies since 2022 according to records from State of Hawaii Department of Health.

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