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Best Senior Care in Hawaii

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026

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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Pearl City Nursing Home
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.

Pearl City (Lehua Avenue)
244
Facility 244
HI AVG 115
Rank #5 / 94
No
73
Facility 73
HI AVG 47
Rank #44 / 178
Private / Shared Rooms
-
Facility -
HI AVG
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Lunalilo Home
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.

Honolulu (Hawaii Kai)
40
Facility 40
HI AVG 115
Rank #34 / 94
No
40
Facility 40
HI AVG 47
Rank #104 / 178
Private / Shared Rooms
-
Facility -
HI AVG
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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).

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.

Kaneohe
28
Facility 28
HI AVG 115
Rank #40 / 94
No
36
Facility 36
HI AVG 47
Rank #111 / 178
Private / Shared Rooms
-
Facility -
HI AVG
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Care Homes By Hale Makua
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.

Kahului (Kaulana Street)
20
Facility 20
HI AVG 115
Rank #43 / 94
No
27
Facility 27
HI AVG 47
Rank #125 / 178
Private / Semi-Private / 3 Bed
-
Facility -
HI AVG
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Ka Malama Care Home
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.

Kaneohe
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 115
Rank #49 / 94
No
6
Facility 6
HI AVG 47
Rank #169 / 178
Private Rooms
23
Facility 23
HI AVG
Rank #13 / 44
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My Kind Heart
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.

Pearl City
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 115
Rank #49 / 94
No
65
Facility 65
HI AVG 47
Rank #59 / 178
Private / Shared Rooms
-
Facility -
HI AVG
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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)
153
Facility 153
HI AVG 115
Rank #8 / 94
Yes
96
Facility 96
HI AVG 47
Rank #11 / 178
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
13
Facility 13
HI AVG
Rank #31 / 44
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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.

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.

Kaneohe
60
Facility 60
HI AVG 115
Rank #24 / 94
No
78
Facility 78
HI AVG 47
Rank #33 / 178
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
7
Facility 7
HI AVG
Rank #36 / 44
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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.

N

Nursing

Honolulu (Waialae - Kahala)
-
Facility -
HI AVG 115
Rank #24 / 94
No
71
Facility 71
HI AVG 47
Rank #46 / 178
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
21
Facility 21
HI AVG
Rank #17 / 44
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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)
-
Facility -
HI AVG 115
No
67
Facility 67
HI AVG 47
Rank #54 / 178
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
HI AVG
Rank #20 / 44
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The Plaza at Pearl City
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 (Kuala Street)
158 Residents
Facility 158 Residents
HI AVG 115
No
69
Facility 69
HI AVG 47
Rank #52 / 178
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
12
Facility 12
HI AVG
Rank #32 / 44
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Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home
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).

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.

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.

Hilo (Piʻihonua)
95
Facility 95
HI AVG 115
Rank #17 / 94
No
9
Facility 9
HI AVG 47
Rank #158 / 178
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
21
Facility 21
HI AVG
Rank #17 / 44
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Aloha Nursing and Rehab Center
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).

Kaneohe
130
Facility 130
HI AVG 115
Rank #9 / 94
No
58
Facility 58
HI AVG 47
Rank #68 / 178
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
36
Facility 36
HI AVG
Rank #5 / 44
A+-6416.8
Aina Haina Quality Living
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.

Honolulu (Kuliouou - Kalani Iki)
8
Facility 8
HI AVG 115
Rank #46 / 94
No
49
Facility 49
HI AVG 47
Rank #87 / 178
Private / Couple Room
18
Facility 18
HI AVG
Rank #25 / 44
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Rodriguez Care Home, LLC
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
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 115
Rank #49 / 94
No
28
Facility 28
HI AVG 47
Rank #123 / 178
Private / Shared Rooms
4
Facility 4
HI AVG
Rank #38 / 44
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Overview of Pacific Care Home

Ideally situated near Lanikai Pillbox Trail in Kailua, HI, Pacific Care Home is a distinguished community that offers assisted living. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with a compassionate and highly skilled team attending to their needs 24/7. This community is founded by a nurse couple with a combined experience of over 50 years, dedicated to providing the highest quality of life in its cozy and nurturing environment.

Residents enjoy plenty of recreational activities and enriching programs curated for their leisure and wellness. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community also features comfort dogs to uplift residents’ moods. Here, residents make the most of their best years with the community’s exceptional services and friendly setting.

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Overview of Oililua Eldercare – Kailua

Peacefully nestled near Kalaheo Neighborhood Park and Kawainui Marsh Bike Trail in Kailua, HI, Oililua Senior Care, Inc., #II is an exceptional community that offers memory care. Those with memory-related needs will surely thrive with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities 24/7. Purposely designed and cozy accommodations are provided in a warm and nurturing environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

For a change of scenery, two outings per week are conducted, alongside stimulating activities to improve their mood and quality of life. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy nutritional needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Incontinence care, podiatrist, physician visits, and transportation services are available onsite, while therapy services can be arranged if needed. The community strives to maintain residents’ dignity and independence with its exceptional care and inviting spaces.

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Overview of Fujii Care Home

Tucked between the beautiful Kailua Beach Park and Kailua District Park in Kailua, HI, Fujii Care Home is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. Residents can ease their worries with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. The community also handles daily chores and maintenance, ensuring residents can maintain their independence without the busy work.

A carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted so residents can live actively and remain socially connected. There’s no need to worry about meal preparation, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its intimate and welcoming setting, residents will surely thrive and live up to their potential.

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Overview of Sera, Aurora

Enjoy the best of your golden years with Sera, Aurora, a distinct community located near Kawainui Marsh Bike Trail and Oneawa Hills, offering assisted living. With a kind and highly skilled team available 24/7, residents experience the highest quality of care for their unique needs. The community also promotes a cozy and nurturing environment for residents to thrive and live up to their potential.

Here, residents meet new friends and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of fun events and engaging programs, highlighting their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can maintain their independence without the busy work amidst the community’s exceptional services and welcoming spaces.

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Overview of Lani Huli Elderly Apartments

Live a hassle-free retirement with Lani Huli Elderly Apartments, an outstanding 62+ community in Kailua, HI, offering independent living. Featuring beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom accommodations, residents can rest their worries. The community also promotes a warm and welcoming environment so residents can downsize without hassles.

With its ideal location near Kailua District Park and shipping districts like Target, residents have easy access to their needs and leisure. Delightful restaurants are also available nearby, ensuring residents have the finest dining experience. Here, residents enjoy their independence with its award-winning amenities and affordable income-based rents.

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Meheula Vista

95-1060 Lehiwa Drive, Mililani, HI 96789
Overview of Meheula Vista

Enjoy independence in retirement with Meheula Vista I to IV, a purposely designed 55+ community in Lehiwa Drive, Mililani, HI, offering independent living. Featuring cozy and sophisticated one-bedroom floor plans in four different buildings, residents have many choices for accommodation to ensure comfort and safety. The community also provides supportive services, alongside affordable rents, so residents can enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and vibrant common areas. The community also provides rent and food assistance through Catholic Charities social workers for residents’ convenience. The community promotes a friendly and nurturing environment for residents to experience the best of their golden years.

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Valdez Care Home

94-1031 Lumiauau Street, Waipahu, HI 96797
Overview of Valdez Care Home

Peacefully nestled in Lumiauau Street, Waipahu, HI, Valdez Care Home is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. Residents can ease their worries with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. With its cozy and specially designed accommodation, residents can rest their worries and feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching programs and stimulating activities is conducted, encouraging residents to live an active lifestyle and interact with their surroundings. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also served for residents to enjoy hassle-free dining, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides move-in coordination, medication management, and transportation services for residents’ convenience. Residents have the finest retirement experience, accompanied by the community’s dedicated care and specially designed amenities.

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Overview of Hale Mohalu Ii

Hale Mohalu Ii is a distinguished community situated in the thriving neighborhood along Kamehameha Highway, Pearl City, HI, that offers independent living. Featuring specially designed and wheelchair-accessible two- and three-bedroom floor plans, the community prioritizes residents’ comfort and safety. Residents maintain their dignity and independence with the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

With its ideal location near delightful restaurants and shopping areas, residents have easy access to their needs and preferences. Residents also enjoy leisure and wellness with the community’s cozy amenities, including a recreation room. The community is ideal for those seeking a stress-free setting to downsize without worries in retirement.

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Overview of Olaloa Retirement Community – Mililani

Overlooking the peaceful community of Mililani, HI, Olaloa Retirement Community – Mililani is a tranquil senior living community for individuals 55+, offering excellent independent living. The community features 120 units of well-designed accommodations, ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments. Olaloa Retirement Community – Mililani is an ideal haven for seniors seeking a serene and safe town to live in with features that foster an active living environment.

Residents are provided with a full menu of activities, including dance, exercise, games, crafts as well as a community garden for those with a green thumb. The community also provides access to an array of delightful amenities, including an exercise room, meeting room, and walking/jogging paths. With a secured entry system, residents can live confidently knowing they are living in a safe environment.

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Overview of The Plaza at Punchbowl

The Plaza at Punchbowl is one of the trusted assisted living communities in the heart of Honolulu because of its approach to luxury care. Residents can receive a more modernized and holistic approach to senior care. They ensure that residents can have a balanced well-being regarding a healthy lifestyle. The community boasts astonishing and pleasing interiors that make it a resort-like facility that keeps everyone busy. The Plaza at Punchbowl is an ideal place to reside because it doesn’t only offer luxurious service but it celebrates every resident.

The Plaza provides extensive amenities and services that ensure a comfortable and easy living experience for seniors; these include their restaurant-style dining with special dining programs, a restaurant, private dining room, fitness center, meeting room, game room, library, and beauty salon. The apartments include air conditioning, cable, housekeeping, and laundry services; some essential services include transportation, religious services, educational programs, and activities to keep them active.

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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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