Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Hawaii

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 40 memory care providers in HI using HI Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in HI
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Hale O Meleana
MC
AL
RESC
RC
Honolulu (Liliha - Kapalama)
176
Facility 176
HI AVG 43
Rank #1 / 22
No
37
Facility 37
HI AVG 49
Rank #26 / 45
---Kelly Davis
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.4
Rank #5 / 20
54
Facility 54
HI AVG 25
Rank #18 / 20
18.0
Facility 18.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #20 / 20
Acedo, Melba
MC
AL
Hilo
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 43
Rank #20 / 22
No
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 49
Rank #35 / 45
---Melba Daak
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.4
Rank #5 / 20
11
Facility 11
HI AVG 25
Rank #8 / 20
3.7
Facility 3.7
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #9 / 20
Kisco Ilima at Leihano
MC
AL
IL
Kapolei (City Center)
-Yes
67
Facility 67
HI AVG 49
Rank #15 / 45
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
HI AVG 18
Rank #7 / 17
--
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.4
Rank #13 / 20
39
Facility 39
HI AVG 25
Rank #17 / 20
9.8
Facility 9.8
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #18 / 20
Rose Hwang’s Care Home
MC
AL
Pearl City
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 43
Rank #20 / 22
No
29
Facility 29
HI AVG 49
Rank #32 / 45
---Rose Hwang
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.4
Rank #13 / 20
62
Facility 62
HI AVG 25
Rank #20 / 20
15.5
Facility 15.5
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #19 / 20
Hale Ku‘ike
MC
Honolulu (Liliha - Kapalama)
26
Facility 26
HI AVG 43
Rank #10 / 22
No
24
Facility 24
HI AVG 49
Rank #33 / 45
-
22
Facility 22
HI AVG 18
Rank #4 / 17
-Marcus Asahina---
Kahala Nui
MC
AL
CCRC
NH
SNF
Honolulu (Waialae - Kahala)
-No
71
Facility 71
HI AVG 49
Rank #10 / 45
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
21
Facility 21
HI AVG 18
Rank #5 / 17
A+----
Hale Ku’ike Bayside
MC
NH
Kaneohe
28
Facility 28
HI AVG 43
Rank #9 / 22
No
36
Facility 36
HI AVG 49
Rank #28 / 45
Private / Shared Rooms--Scott Gardiner---
Oililua Eldercare – Waipahu
MC
AL
Waipahu
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 43
Rank #13 / 22
No
57
Facility 57
HI AVG 49
Rank #17 / 45
Private / Semi-Private Rooms--Geronimo Tenorio---
Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance
MC
HC
RC
Honolulu
-No
99
Facility 99
HI AVG 49
Rank #1 / 45
-
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 18
Rank #16 / 17
A+----
Aliga, Nelly
MC
AL
Hilo (Kaumana)
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 43
Rank #22 / 22
No----Nelly Aliga
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.4
Rank #5 / 20
10
Facility 10
HI AVG 25
Rank #5 / 20
2.5
Facility 2.5
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #4 / 20

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other HI memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 40 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Hale O Meleana

Hale O Meleana is a compassionate assisted living community in Honolulu, HI, that offers residential care, memory care, and respite care. With its island-style living, the community is dedicated to providing older adults with a familiar environment. Chef-prepared meals, fun recreational activities, and therapy services are among the community’s high-quality services that aim to keep older adults well taken care of. The community’s dedication to enhancing older adults’ living experiences is anchored to their passion for maintaining their happiness and wellness.

Fitness activities, social events, and various programs tailored to residents’ interests are conducted for residents’ holistic wellness. A movie room, serene walking paths, and Lanai-themed gardens are among the community’s beautiful amenities, ensuring residents have a place to lounge and spend their free time. Located near St. Francis Medical Center and public transportation, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities. This senior living community is a trusted choice for retirement in Hawaii, especially with its dedicated services and extensive amenities.

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Overview of Acedo, Melba

Create meaningful moments with Acedo, Melba, a dedicated community located in the harmonious neighborhood of Kinoole Street, Hilo, HI, offering residential care and memory care. The community is committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, providing top-tier care according to their needs around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Stimulating programs and engaging recreational activities are conducted to improve residents’ cognition and quality of life. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. The community strives to promote a warm and nurturing environment to maintain residents’ independence and dignity.

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Overview of Kisco Ilima at Leihano

Kisco Ilima at Leihano offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Kapolei, HI. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and the range of care levels can support a resident whose needs grow over time.

In the City Center neighborhood, the community has studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences, including layouts for one person or a couple moving together. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed.

A pool, salon and spa, gardens, courtyards, and walking paths give residents places for recreation, personal care, and time outdoors on the property. The Art of Living Well signature program, wellness programming, rehabilitation services, and transportation provide structured activities, health related support, and rides for scheduled needs. With a Walk Score of 67, the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands are possible on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select destinations independently.

Contact Kisco Ilima at Leihano

Overview of Rose Hwang’s Care Home

Rose Hwang’s Care Home offers assisted living and memory care in Pearl City, HI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. With four beds, the home may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community. Rose Hwang operates the home.

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Overview of Hale Ku‘ike

Hale Ku’ike is where seniors can discover a truly exceptional memory care senior living experience. This community is dedicated to providing unparalleled memory care services, offering a nurturing environment specifically designed for individuals with dementia-related illnesses. At Hale Ku’ike, they believe in the power of memory care therapy to enhance the lives of their residents. The team of compassionate professionals is well-versed in specialized memory care techniques and therapies. Through personalized programs tailored to individual needs, they strive to promote cognitive function, engagement, and overall well-being.

With spacious and well-lit interiors, the community boasts a warm and inviting ambiance that promotes a sense of peace and security. The circular pathways ensure ease of navigation, while the carefully selected furniture and design elements create a soothing and homelike atmosphere. From stimulating games to creative pursuits, the dedicated team aims to provide meaningful experiences that spark joy and foster cognitive abilities. Caregivers and therapists work closely with residents, tailoring activities to their interests and abilities, ensuring a fulfilling and enriching experience.

Contact Hale Ku‘ike

Overview of Kahala Nui

From its address in Honolulu, HI, Kahala Nui provides memory care, assisted living, continuing care retirement services, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Memory care starts with the need to address a wandering risk, and it addresses it with a secured area for the resident and staff on watch. Assisted living is a lower level than that, covering help with daily tasks like taking medication, bathing, and getting dressed.

Private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid are all accepted here. Two of those three payment routes are up to someone else to determine and have their own limits and restrictions. Private pay is what has to cover whatever the first two won’t.

Kahala Nui is in the Waialae-Kahala Neighborhood of Honolulu. Rooms here come either private or semi-private. Continuing care retirement is a program that means the whole range of care is licensed at this one site, and the deep end of that care is held under the nursing home and skilled nursing care designations.

The area’s Walk Score puts the address at a very walkable 71, meaning most errands can be managed without a car.

The range on offer here suits someone who either needs memory care or daily assistance with routine tasks. And it also suits a family planning further out than the immediate need, looking at needs that may still be some way off.

Contact Kahala Nui

Overview of 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.

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Overview of Oililua Eldercare – Waipahu

Oililua Eldercare – Waipahu operates a Type I Expanded Adult Residential Care Home on Oililua Place in Waipahu, Hawaii. Managed by Geronimo Tenorio, this licensed, two-story house accommodates up to five residents, combining memory care and senior housing within a neighborhood-scale property instead of a large-scale commercial facility.

The surrounding residential block holds a walkability score of 57 out of 100, meaning local outings are a mix of pedestrian-friendly sidewalks and car-dependent routes. Accommodation options include private and semi-private rooms, with staff available on a 24-hour basis.

On-site clinical support includes occupational, physical, and speech therapies, while daily operations incorporate specialized dietary menus, scheduled recreational activities, group outings, basic housekeeping, salon services, and local transportation.

Families can get in touch with the home directly to confirm availability and discuss the move-in process.

Contact Oililua Eldercare – Waipahu

Overview of Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance

Mālama Maika’i Health and Wellness Alliance has spent the last five years coordinating in-home senior care across Honolulu, led by Gwendolyn Villanueva. There’s no building to picture here. The agency’s nurses and aides go to clients, not the other way around, showing up at someone’s actual home to do the actual care.

The service list reads like a menu built for real life, not a brochure. Personal care, companion care, basic transportation, help recovering after surgery, short stretches of respite relief for a family caregiver who just needs a weekend. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants handle the clinical side, offering 24-hour medical oversight and ongoing health monitoring, and the agency also covers end-of-life hospice care when that’s what’s needed.

None of this comes as one fixed package. Staff build it around each client’s actual medical timeline, which matters more than it might sound like it does, since a person recovering from surgery needs something completely different from a person settling into long-term hospice support.

What this adds up to is a home care option for families in Honolulu who want a loved one to stay put, in their own space, while still getting real nursing-level support when the situation calls for it.

Contact Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance

Overview of Aliga, Nelly

Aliga, Nelly provides assisted living and memory care in Hilo, Hawaii, in the Kaumana neighborhood. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With three beds, the community has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. It may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community. Offering both care levels can also support a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing a move between care levels without leaving the community or starting over socially.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Hawaii

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.

Does Hawaii Medicaid cover memory care?

Hawaii Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 40 memory care communities in Hawaii. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Hawaii?

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 Hawaii, 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 memory care communities in Hawaii?

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.

Memory Care in Hawaii at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 49/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Hawaii. 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: 43The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Hawaii. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90