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Best Memory Care in Hawaii

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Feb 2026
We analyzed 178 homes in Hawaii

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance.

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Hale Ku’ike Bayside
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Kaneohe
28No 36 Private / Shared Rooms--Scott Gardiner--
The Plaza at Kaneohe
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Kaneohe
60No 78 Studio / 1 Bed / Suite6A+-432
The Plaza at Waikiki
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili)
153Yes 96 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed13A+-415
FirstLight Home Care of Honolulu
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Honolulu (Waikiki)
-No 96 ------
Attention Plus Care
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Honolulu (Ala Moana)
-No 98 -42A+---
Kahala Nui
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Honolulu (Waialae - Kahala)
-No 71 Private / Semi-Private Rooms21A+---
Kisco Ilima at Leihano
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Kapolei (City Center)
-No 67 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed19--439
The Plaza at Mililani
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mililani (Mililani Mauka - Launani Valley)
-No 12 Studio / Shared Suite19A+-423
The Plaza at Moanalua
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Honolulu (Moanalua)
-No 19 -16A+---
Rose Hwang’s Care Home
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Pearl City
4No 29 ---Rose Hwang462
Hale Nohea
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Honolulu (Kaimuki)
8No 9 ---Patricia Mosher--
Mastercare Homecare and Healthcare
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Honolulu (Makiki/Lower/ Punchbowl/Tantalus)
-No 98 ------
Altres Home Care
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Honolulu (Kaka'ako)
-No 96 ------
Simpliciano’s ARCH
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Waipahu
-No 11 Private / Shared Rooms-----
Angel Home For Seniors
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kailua (Enchanted Lake)
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Overview of Angel Home for Seniors

Cherish every moment with Angel Home for Seniors, a specially designed community in Kailua, HI, offering memory care. The community strives to accommodate up to five residents, providing top-tier care for their memory-related needs with a respectful and well-trained team available 24/7. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community’s beautifully furnished accommodations in a warm and nurturing environment.

To enhance residents’ cognition, stimulating programs and engaging activities are conducted according to their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. The community is great for those seeking to live their golden years without worries.

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Overview of Simpliciano’s Arch

Enjoy the highest quality of life with Simpliciano’s ARCH, a distinct community set in the historic Waipahu, HI, offering assisted living. Alongside beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, top-tier care and assistance from a compassionate and highly trained team are provided to optimize residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents can ease their worries with the community’s 24-hour care and assistance with housekeeping and daily living activities.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a full calendar of exciting programs and engaging events for their enjoyment and wellness. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for residents’ healthcare needs. The community is ideal for those seeking a place to spend their golden years, especially with its warm and nurturing environment.

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Overview of Altres Home Care

Altres Home Care is an exceptional homecare provider located in Kapiolani Boulevard, Honolulu, HI, that offers a wide range of care services including senior care and companionship, memory care, care for people with disabilities, surgery care, and respite care. Taking pride in a team of certified, kind, and well-trained care providers, Altres Home Care ensures top-notch care and assistance. Age comfortably in a place where you can fully be yourself, and age gracefully at the comforts of your home.

Committed to a trustworthy relationship with seniors and their loved ones, the homecare agency is a member of several local trusted healthcare associations. For the seniors’ peace of mind, Altres Home provides a system of care to devise a care plan specifically tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

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Overview of Mastercare Homecare and Healthcare

With over two decades of providing home care, Mastercare located in South King Street, Honolulu, HI, commits to delivering exceptional care in the comforts of home. Offering various care services including Alzheimer’s care, private duty nursing, homecare, and medical staffing, the homecare agency ensures comfortable and safe aging. Mastercare believes that home is always the best place to be, providing seniors with the assistance they need to live with confidence.

Focusing on home care, Mastercare features companionship, personal care, senior care, senior transportation, and skilled nursing care. With the seniors’ needs taken care of, they experience a worry-free lifestyle. Boasting a team of detail-oriented, compassionate, and friendly caregivers, Mastercare ensures trusted and exceptional care and assistance. Live freely and comfortably at the place you’re most familiar with- home.

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Hale Nohea

5071 Maunalani Cir, Honolulu, HI 96816
Overview of 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.

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Overview of Oililua Eldercare – Waipahu

Create meaningful moments with Oililua Eldercare – Waipahu, a trusted community in Waipahu, HI, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team attending to their needs 24/7, ensuring their comfort and safety. The community also provides purposefully designed and cozy accommodations in a welcoming and nurturing environment for the finest retirement experience.

For a change of scenery, two exciting trips are conducted, alongside a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities for residents’ leisure and wellness. Here, residents do not have to worry about their dietary preferences with delightful and healthy dining options prepared for a satisfactory dining experience. The community also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy whenever necessary. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s charming setting and inviting spaces.

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Overview of The Plaza Moanalualani

Situated at the core of Honolulu, HI, the Plaza Moanalualani greets the seniors and guests with enchanting sceneries of the ocean and the city. The community provides a wide range of living options including independent living, assisted living, Hali’a memory care, short-term respite, and Lamaku extended care. Featuring convenient and well-designed floor plans such as a private studio, private one-bedroom, and shared companion suite, the Plaza Moanalualani ensures a comfortable and safe residence.

The Plaza Moanalualani fosters a vibrant community that provides seniors with opportunities to thrive. With a round-the-clock supportive and caring environment, residents maximize their independence and enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community is equipped with recreation and game rooms, a fitness and physical therapy center, a full-service salon, a media room, computer stations, a library, living rooms and outdoor sitting areas for the seniors’ enjoyment and welfare.

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed

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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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L&M ARCH

1164 Hind Iuka Dr, Honolulu, HI 96821
Overview of L&m Arch

Peacefully nestled in the harmonious neighborhood of Hind Luka Drive, Honolulu, HI, L&M Arch is a unique community that offers memory care. Residents here receive the highest quality of care for their special needs with a compassioante and well-trained team available around the clock. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to accompany residents and encourage them to live an active lifestyle. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. Residents can spend their golden years without worries amid the community’s intimate and nurturing setting.

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Overview of Paranada #2

Ideally situated in the serene neighborhood of Hoolaulea Street, Hilo, HI, Paranada #2 is a distinguished community that offers residential care. Residents receive top-notch care for their unique needs from a kind and highly trained team avaialble around the clock. With its cozy and welcoming setting, the community strives to accommodate up to five residents and maintain their independence.

There’s no dull moment with a full calendar of exciting events and engaging programs, highlighting their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Residents enjoy a worry-free retirement with the community’s exceptional services and stress-free environment.

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Weighting overview

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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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

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Community Stability 10%

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

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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.

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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 1 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.