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Yamashiro Care Home
On Kamehameha Highway in Kaneohe sits Yamashiro Care Home, a five-bed state-licensed facility operated by Vivian Yamashiro. The licensing authority is Hawaii’s Department of Health, not federal CMS; this structural fact shapes everything about oversight and regulation.
The home is classified as a Type I Expanded Adult Residential Care Home, licensed under Hawaii’s state system (license 1412-C, expiring December 31, 2026). Residents access it for nursing home, assisted living, or memory care; Hawaii Medicaid coverage, PACE programs, and Medicare Savings Programs apply where eligible. Private-pay residents enter directly.
The location is 1.1 miles from Kaneohe city center, adjacent to the Parkway Recreation Center and Loko Waimaluhia Reservoir Fishing Area. Walk Score 35 captures the reality: somewhat walkable, a few errands on foot, most trips car-dependent. Five beds is genuinely small; a staff-resident dynamic operates at a different scale than 40-bed facilities or larger. That matters for both what the operational model is and what it isn’t.
Programming includes 24-hour nursing presence, recreational activities with emphasis on cognition (relevant for memory care residents), nutritionally planned meals, transportation access, and housekeeping support. For a state-licensed five-bed home, occupancy and staffing-to-resident ratios metrics are not required to be public. What you’re evaluating is a small, intimate care model under state oversight for rural Kaneohe.
Community insights.
About this community
Yamashiro Care Home is legally operated by Vivian Yamashiro.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
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1.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Kaneohe's city center to Yamashiro Care Home'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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
HMC (Haliʻa Memory Care):
LEC (Lamakū Extended Care):
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Good Samaritan Society – Pohai Nani | AL IL NH RC SNF | Kaneohe | 44
Facility
44
HI AVG
43
Rank
#26 / 84 | No |
18
Facility
18
HI AVG
50
Rank
#140 / 174 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | 3
Facility
3
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#15 / 56 | 19
Facility
19
HI AVG
25
Rank
#29 / 56 | 4.8
Facility
4.8
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#29 / 56 |
| The Plaza at Kaneohe | AL HMC IL LEC | Kaneohe | 36
Facility
36
HI AVG
43
Rank
#33 / 84 | No |
78
Facility
78
HI AVG
50
Rank
#33 / 174 | Studio / 1 Bed / Suite | 7
Facility
7
HI AVG
19
Rank
#35 / 43 | A+ | - | 9
Facility
9
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#55 / 56 | 57
Facility
57
HI AVG
25
Rank
#50 / 56 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#34 / 56 |
| Yamashiro Care Home | AL HOS MC RESC RC | Kaneohe | 5
Facility
5
HI AVG
43
Rank
#46 / 84 | No |
35
Facility
35
HI AVG
50
Rank
#113 / 174 | - | - | - | Vivian Yamashiro | - | - | - |
| Ka Malama Care Home | AL | Kaneohe | 5
Facility
5
HI AVG
43
Rank
#46 / 84 | No |
6
Facility
6
HI AVG
50
Rank
#168 / 174 | Private Rooms | 24
Facility
24
HI AVG
19
Rank
#12 / 43 | - | Helen Elizalde | 4
Facility
4
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#36 / 56 | 36
Facility
36
HI AVG
25
Rank
#42 / 56 | 9.0
Facility
9.0
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#43 / 56 |
| Legacy Villa | AL | Kaneohe | 5 Residents | No |
9
Facility
9
HI AVG
50
Rank
#157 / 174 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Hawaii
Yamashiro Care Home is located in Kaneohe, Hawaii.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Yamashiro Care Home
Who is the owner of Yamashiro Care Home?
Yamashiro Care Home is legally operated by Vivian Yamashiro.
Is Yamashiro Care Home in a walkable area?
Yamashiro Care Home has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Yamashiro Care Home?
According to HI state health department records, Yamashiro Care Home's license number is 1412-C.
When does Yamashiro Care Home's license expire?
According to HI state health department records, Yamashiro Care Home's license expires on December 31, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Yamashiro Care Home?
No, Yamashiro Care Home has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Yamashiro Care Home have?
Yamashiro Care Home has 5 beds.
Are there photos of Yamashiro Care Home?
Yes — there is 1 photo of Yamashiro Care Home in the photo gallery on this page.
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