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Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
Hospice Care
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
Home Care
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
Home Care
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
Home Care
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Home Care
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Respite Care
Hale Ku’ike Bayside
Conveniently set near Kaneohe, HI’s green spaces at Kaneohe Bay Drive, Hale Ku’ike Bayside is a dedicated community specializing in memory care. Accommodating up to 28 residents in its purposely designed and well-maintained accommodations, the community strives to provide the highest quality of life, especially with a respectful and highly trained team available 24/7. Those with memory-related needs do not have to worry about daily living with personalized care plans.
Residents will surely thrive with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and stimulating programs, highlighting their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy homemade meals. The community has live-in service dogs that aim to lift residents’ moods. With its innovative approaches and stress-free setting, residents make every moment count in their golden years.
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 28 Residents
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Music and Arts Classes
Type of Care Available
Kahala Nui
Experience an island-like living with Kahala Nui located at Malia Street, Honolulu, HI. A one-of-a-kind senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory support, and comprehensive nursing. With its in-campus Hi’olani Care Center, the community ensures seniors’ needs are heard and well-taken care of. Providing aesthetic and warm floor plans including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units, residents enjoy relaxing and safe accommodation.
The community focuses on the wellness of the seniors, utilizing a holistic view in conducting activities and programs related to arts, dance, entertainment, education, and fitness. As a person-centered life plan community, Kahala Nui fosters a family-like environment centered on its core belief ‘ohana. Residents enjoy island-style cuisine and casual dining with flexible meal plans three times daily. Sitting on an aesthetically landscaped land, the community includes a variety of fabulous amenities including a jacuzzi, a pool, a fitness center, Hatsunes garden, and spacious common areas for the seniors’ leisure and wellness.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Type of Care Available
Attention Plus Care
Sitting as the modest and largest privately-owned homecare provider, Attention Plus Care based in Makaloa Street, Honolulu, HI, has been providing the utmost care and assistance for over 35 years. The home care provider offers personalized care and flexible services. Understanding the uniqueness of every individual, Attention Plus Care devised different levels of care to ensure that seniors receive the care and assistance that perfectly matches them.
Attention Plus Care delivers the highest quality of care and assistance 24/7 to the comforts of home. Featuring its signature CarePlanet, the homecare agency strives to create and improve its unmatched services to enhance the seniors’ access to care. With several recognitions under its wing including the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval and an A+ rating from the Hawaii Better Business Bureau.
Type of Care Available
FirstLight Home Care of Honolulu
With the seniors’ welfare as the top priority, First Light Home Care based in Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI, strives to provide trusted and quality care through a wide range of care services. These include senior care, personal care, companion care, dementia care, respite care, veteran care, and specialty care. The homecare provider commits to delivering the utmost care and assistance to seniors within the comforts of their homes.
First Light Home Care fosters strong and meaningful connections with trusted local healthcare providers to ensure seniors’ needs are well-taken care of. The homecare provider values not only the seniors’ welfare but also the wellness of their caregivers, ensuring that they are at their best. Proving its excellence, First Light Home Care was awarded the 2023 Provider of Choice Best of Home Care.
Type of Care Available
The Plaza at Waikiki
The Plaza at Waikiki is more than just a senior living community – it’s a place where residents can experience a life filled with comfort and purpose. From the moment residents step into The Plaza at Waikiki, they are greeted with the warmth and care of a community dedicated to their well-being. The range of luxurious apartment styles available to residents, including private studios, one-bedroom suites, and shared companion suites, allows them to find a home that suits their unique preferences and needs. With a range of care programs, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Hali’a Memory Care, and Short-Term Respite, residents can rest easy knowing they will receive exceptional care at every stage of life.
The community’s social activities program fosters a sense of belonging and connection among residents. With a coffee bistro, recreation and game rooms, fitness and physical therapy center, full-service salon, media room/theater, and computer stations, residents can explore new interests and hobbies while cultivating new friendships. At The Plaza at Waikiki, residents can let go of the stresses of daily life and indulge in the resort-like amenities the community offers. From weekly housekeeping and linen services to daily exercise classes and three delicious restaurant meals, residents can enjoy a life of luxury.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 319 - 450 / 403 - 480 / 402 - 441 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
TYpe of Care Available
Home Instead Senior Care
Home Instead Senior Care of Waipahu takes pride in providing a comprehensive range of services, including nursing home care and assisted living facilities. With a deep understanding of the diverse needs of seniors, they go above and beyond to ensure that each individual receives the highest level of care and support.
Their professional caregivers immerse themselves wherever home is to assist with everyday activities of daily living and build a lasting relationship with you and your family. They help aging adults stay engaged in everyday life with tailor-made support from professional caregivers to stay safe and well at home. It’s their mission to provide a care plan personalized to your family’s needs to bring comfort, connection, and quality of life to the place that they love the most, their home.
Type of Care Available
The Plaza at Kaneohe
Nestled in the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii, The Plaza At Kaneohe is an assisted living community that offers seniors a rental apartment in a senior community that offers three delicious restaurant-style meals daily, housekeeping & linen services, activities, and scheduled transportation. The licensed nursing staff is available 24 hours per day to provide assistance with bathing, dressing, medication management, incontinence care, and much, much more.
Situated in the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii, The Plaza At Kaneohe is a welcoming assisted living community designed to cater to the unique needs of seniors. Residents can enjoy the convenience of assisted living apartments within a senior community that offers three restaurant-style meals daily, housekeeping and linen services, engaging activities, and scheduled transportation. Their licensed nursing staff is available around the clock, providing personalized assistance with bathing, dressing, medication management, incontinence care, and various other needs. At The Plaza At Kaneohe, residents can rest assured knowing that their well-being is a top priority.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Type of Care Available
Kisco Ilima at Leihano
Ilima at Leihano, by the premier Kisco community is a distinguished residence offering exceptional independent living with assisted living and memory care support beyond standard senior living. Located in Kapolei, Hawaii, it provides a serene and convenient setting, with access to essential amenities like medical services, shopping centers, the public library, and the expansive 60-acre Kapolei Regional Park.
At Ilima at Leihano, they adhere to the highest independent living retirement experience, ensuring that residents receive the utmost care and attention. The community offers a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, providing residents with comfortable and well-appointed living spaces. From the moment residents arrive, they are surrounded by a vibrant environment that promotes well-being and engagement.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
The Plaza at Mililani
The Plaza at Mililani is not only renowned for its stunning natural surroundings, but also for its exceptional memory care qualifications and senior apartments designed for independent living. With a dedicated focus on providing specialized care for individuals with memory-related conditions, this community ensures that residents receive the utmost support and attention tailored to their unique needs.
The home provides a comfortable and enriching living space for seniors who value their independence but also appreciate the convenience and support of a vibrant community. With a range of floor plans and amenities, seniors can choose the apartment that best suits their preferences and lifestyle. At The Plaza at Mililani, residents have the opportunity to embrace an engaging and fulfilling retirement lifestyle, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and a caring community.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / Shared Suite
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Type of Care Available
Hale Nohea
Situated in Honolulu, Hawaii, Hale Nohea is an exclusive memory care residence, setting the standard for personalized care in an intimate setting. This luxury Expanded Care Type II Adult Residential Care Home, with a capacity for 8 residents, is dedicated to fostering a compassionate and nurturing environment. With an Expanded Care license, Hale Nohea extends its services to provide end-of-life care. Collaborating closely with families and hospice aims to ensure a comfortable and peaceful environment during this transition.
Hale Nohea is driven by the vision of enabling residents to “age in place,” recognizing the significance of familiar surroundings. Here, the philosophy revolves around creating a space that promotes well-being and joy. As a private facility, it accommodates both private pay and long-term care Insurance, subject to eligibility requirements. However, it’s important to note that the community doesn’t accept Medicare or Medicaid, maintaining its commitment to delivering exclusive and tailored memory care services. Their goal is to offer the highest level of care to individuals grappling with Alzheimer’s or dementia-related disabilities. The facility diligently monitors and assesses the various stages of dementia that residents may experience. This commitment is reflected in understanding, safety, acceptance, and respect.
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities
At Assisted Living Magazine, our rankings are designed to help families compare senior living communities with clarity and confidence.
Each community is evaluated and ranked based on reputation, transparency, digital trust, and on-site quality signals.
Below is the full explanation of every factor and the exact weight it contributes to the final score.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize Most
The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.
An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:
- Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
- Website quality and digital trust indicators
- Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)
These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.
Balancing Additional Factors
The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including:
- Walkability and local accessibility
- Estimated property value
- Pricing information
These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.
The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews
Check out our cost guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
Check out our cost guide.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews
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