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Best Nursing Homes in Kahului, HI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 nursing homes in Kahului, HI using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in HI
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 4.5/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kahului, HI. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 5.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kahului, HI. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.5/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kahului, HI. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Kahului (Metro Area)

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

3 facilities compared · CMS & HI Dept. of Health data

Hale Makua Health Services-
NH
ADC
AL
HC
NC
RC
Kahului (Kaulana Street)
252
Facility 252
HI AVG 43
Rank #1 / 87
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
HI AVG 74.2%
Rank #6 / 28
+24%
4.78
Facility 4.78
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #9 / 33
----7%+14%
$170.2k
Facility $170.2k
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #34 / 34
63
Facility 63
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #33 / 34
7.0
Facility 7.0
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #16 / 34
7209-
27
Facility 27
HI AVG 49
Rank #125 / 178
Grant Chun
$47.3M
Facility $47.3M
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #1 / 29
$20.7M
Facility $20.7M
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #1 / 29
43.8%
Facility 43.8%
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #25 / 29
125007
Lanai Community Hospital
NH
Lanai City (7Th Street)
10
Facility 10
HI AVG 43
Rank #45 / 87
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$0
Facility $0
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #1 / 34
21
Facility 21
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #4 / 34
7.0
Facility 7.0
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #16 / 34
-9-
58
Facility 58
HI AVG 49
Rank #68 / 178
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Kula Hospital
NH
Kula (Keokea Place)
105
Facility 105
HI AVG 43
Rank #11 / 87
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5.73
Facility 5.73
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #1 / 33
+20%+36%
$0
Facility $0
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #1 / 34
32
Facility 32
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #17 / 34
6.4
Facility 6.4
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #12 / 34
193-
25
Facility 25
HI AVG 49
Rank #127 / 178
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Overview of Care Homes by Hale Makua

Serenely tucked between Kahului Community Center Park and Kahului Park at Kaulana Street, Kahului, HI, Care Homes by Hale Makua is an outstanding community that offers assisted living. Residents experience exceptional care with a responsible and highly skilled team attending to their personal needs 24/7. The community also handles housekeeping and laundry, so residents can enjoy hassle-free living.

Residents spend their days as they please with a well-thought-out calendar of recreational activities and group events, highlighting their interests and capabilities. Delicious and well-balanced meals, alongside delightful snacks, are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides medication management and arrangements for medical and dental appointments for residents’ convenience and safety. Residents do not have to worry about their special needs amidst the community’s well-maintained amenities and beautiful setting.

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Overview of Hale Mahaolu Luana Gardens

Located at 711 S. Kamehameha Avenue in Kahului, Hawaii, Hale Mahaolu Luana Gardens is an independent living community. It is led by Executive Director Anders Lyons and operates as a 2-story residential facility, offering a range of housing configurations for households of different sizes and preferences. Residents can choose from one- to four-bedroom units.

With a walk score of 9 out of 100, Visiting families will need a car to reach the neighborhood, especially for daily errands and activities. This is common for the Kahului area, but the central location has good road access.

Those considering Hale Mahaolu Luana Gardens should take an in-person tour to evaluate the community, explore the available floor plans, and discuss move-in options with the staff.

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Overview of Hale Makua Health Services

Wonderfully nestled between Kahului Park and Kahului Disc Golf Course in Kahului, HI, Hale Makua Health Services is an outstanding community offering a wide range of care, including adult day health, residential care, home health, long-term care, and rehabilitation. The community strives to meet residents’ needs with a compassionate and well-trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Whether at home or in our stress-free setting, residents can keep their peace of mind and receive exceptional care.

Aside from their healthcare needs, residents’ leisure and wellness are also taken into consideration, so fun recreational activities and enriching programs are also conducted. The community also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy to enhance residents’ living experiences. With continuum of care services, residents age with dignity wherever they prefer.

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Overview of Lanai Community Hospital

Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Lanai City, HI, at 7th Street, Lanai Community Hospital is a distinguished community that offers long-term care and inpatient acute care. The community also features emergency medicine, ensuring residents’ urgent needs are well cared for. Residents can ease their worries with a compassionate and highly trained team helping with their needs.

Residents have quick access to their necessities and leisure with the community’s ideal location near delightful restaurants and recreation sites. The community ensures residents’ fast recovery with top-notch care and state-of-the-art amenities. Here, residents make the most of their golden years, accompanied by the community’s wide range of care.

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Overview of Kula Hospital

Kula Hospital is a one-of-a-kind community in Kula, HI, offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Residents do not have to worry about their medical needs with a compassionate and highly qualified team helping whenever necessary. The community also provides emergency care to ensure residents’ convenience and safety.

Physical therapy and imaging services are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community strives to provide the highest quality of care for residents to recover quickly and make the most of their best years. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community’s exceptional services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Kahului, HI

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Hawaii Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 5 nursing homes in Kahului, HI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Kahului, 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 Kahului, 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 nursing homes in Kahului, 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.