Iwilei Senior Residence
Independent Living & Adult Day Care · Honolulu, HI

Iwilei Senior Residence

Independent Living & Adult Day Care · Honolulu, HI

Overview of Iwilei Senior Residence

Beautifully set in the harmonious neighborhood of Honolulu, HI, Iwilei Senior Residence is a vibrant community that offers independent living. Designed for the comfort of those 62+, the community provides affordable and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with maintenance services and laundry spaces.

Thriving local amenities and leisure sites surround the area, providing residents with plenty of recreational and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy delightful and well-balanced dining options with restaurants and shops nearby. The community is a great option for those looking to downsize in retirement, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #20 / 174Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th out of 174 homes we track in Hawaii for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Hawaii facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Hawaii that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
92 / 100

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesControlled Access, On-Site Security

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Laundry
Wellness Center
Wellness ProgramAdult Day Care Wellness Center, Live Well At Iwilei
Touring HoursMonday 08:00:00-17:00:00; Tuesday 08:00:00-17:00:00; Wednesday 08:00:00-17:00:00; Thursday 08:00:00-17:00:00; Friday 08:00:00-17:00:00

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Honolulu's city center to Iwilei Senior Residence's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. HMC (Haliʻa Memory Care): SR (Short-Term Respite): LEC (Lamakū Extended Care):
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.
How many inspections had one or more citations recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Plaza at Waikiki
IL
AL
HMC
SR
Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili)
153
Facility 153
HI AVG 43
Rank #6 / 84
Yes
96
Facility 96
HI AVG 50
Rank #11 / 174
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
HI AVG 19
Rank #30 / 43
A+
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 56
15
Facility 15
HI AVG 25
Rank #27 / 56
3.8
Facility 3.8
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #24 / 56
Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing
IL
Honolulu (Manoa)
80
Facility 80
HI AVG 43
Rank #20 / 84
No
16
Facility 16
HI AVG 50
Rank #146 / 174
Studio / 1 Bed-----
Iwilei Senior Residence
IL
ADC
Honolulu (Kalihi - Palama)-No
92
Facility 92
HI AVG 50
Rank #20 / 174
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
The Plaza at Moanalua
IL
AL
HMC
LEC
RC
Honolulu (Moanalua)-No
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 50
Rank #138 / 174
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite
16
Facility 16
HI AVG 19
Rank #27 / 43
A+---
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg – Philip Street Apartments
IL
Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili)-Yes
96
Facility 96
HI AVG 50
Rank #11 / 174
1 Bed-----

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Hawaii

Iwilei Senior Residence is located in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Hawaii.

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QUEST Integration

Hawaii Medicaid QUEST Integration

Age 65+ or disabled
General Hawaii resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
HI

High cost of living adjustments.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Nursing home Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

Kupuna Care

Hawaii Kupuna Care

Age 60+
General Hawaii resident, unable to perform 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
HI

Limited funding; island-specific delivery.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Hawaii Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Hawaii resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
HI

Limited to Oahu (e.g., Maluhia in Honolulu); few providers.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Hawaii Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Hawaii resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
HI

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Hawaii NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Hawaii resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
HI

Four county AAAs; prioritizes low-income.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($80/day) Counseling

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Hawaii VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/surviving spouse
General Hawaii resident, wartime service, need for aid with ADLs (A&A) or homebound status.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 2025 net worth limit
HI

Applies statewide; high demand due to veteran population.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Companion Program (SCP)

Hawaii Senior Companion Program

Age
General Volunteers: 55+, low-income, Hawaii resident, able to work 20 hours/week. Recipients: Frail elders needing companionship.
Income Limits (2025) Volunteers: ~$24,980/year (200% FPL); recipients: no limit.
Asset Limits Not specified for volunteers; need-based for recipients.
HI

Statewide; managed by DHS Social Services.

Benefits
Volunteers paid ~$4/hour for companionship (~20 hours/week); recipients get free support (~4-6 hours/week)

Frequently Asked Questions about Iwilei Senior Residence

What neighborhood is Iwilei Senior Residence in?

Iwilei Senior Residence is in the Kalihi - Palama neighborhood of Honolulu.

Is Iwilei Senior Residence in a walkable area?

Iwilei Senior Residence has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at Iwilei Senior Residence?

No, Iwilei Senior Residence has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Iwilei Senior Residence?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Iwilei Senior Residence in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Iwilei Senior Residence?

Iwilei Senior Residence is located at 888 Iwilei Rd, Honolulu, HI 96817.

What is the phone number of Iwilei Senior Residence?

(808) 523-1888 will put you in contact with the team at Iwilei Senior Residence.

Does Iwilei Senior Residence provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Iwilei Senior Residence is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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