Best Assisted Living in Kahala, HI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1 assisted living community in Kahala, HI using HI Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in HI
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Overview of Waialae Senior Living

Waialae Senior Living provides assisted living and residential care in Honolulu, in the Manoa neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while residential care is also available. The community has five beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Jane Takebayashi operates Waialae Senior Living.

Private rooms give each resident a personal living space. The community is housed in a single-story building. A Walk Score of 88 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Waialae Senior Living may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting with assisted living and residential care options.

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Assisted Living in Kahala at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 88/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Kahala, HI. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 5The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kahala, HI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Kahala, HI

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Hawaii?

Assisted living in Hawaii supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Hawaii?

Assisted living in Hawaii is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Hawaii Medicaid cover assisted living?

Hawaii Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Hawaii) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 1 assisted living facility in Kahala, HI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Kahala, HI?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Kahala, HI, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Kahala, HI?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.