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Assisted Living in Hilo

Cua, Lilia

Assisted Living in Hilo

Cua, Lilia

Overview of Cua, Lilia

Maintain dignity in retirement with Cua, Lilia, a dependable community nestled near serene parks in Heahea Street, Hilo, HI, that offers residential care. With its intimate and nurturing setting, the community features beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations to optimize residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents can rest their worries with a respectful and highly trained team attending to their personal needs and household responsibilities around the clock.

A robust calendar of engaging activities and fun recreational programs is conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Residents can look forward to mealtimes with delicious and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those seeking to spend their golden years in a cozy and welcoming environment dedicated to their welfare and comfort.

(808) 808-5733

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 5
Bed community size
5-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 23 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType I Adult Residential Care Home
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026

Additional Licensing Details

License Number597-C
Approved for WheelchairNo
IslandBig Island

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cua, Lilia is legally operated by Lilia Cua.

Current Vacancies

Female Residents 1 available

Care & Accommodations

Ambulatory Type: Ambulatory
Diet Type: Special

What does this home offer?

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Total Residents: 5 Residents

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Building Type: Single-story

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Dining Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

Types of Care at Cua, Lilia

Assisted Living

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Inspection History

In Hawaii, the Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance performs regular inspections and unannounced surveys to verify that healthcare facilities maintain high standards of resident care.

3 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date August 21, 2024
Annual Inspection

2 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Hawaii average: 25 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Cua, Lilia

The most recent inspection on August 21, 2024, identified two deficiencies related to documentation, including the use of white correction liquid on a resident’s policy signature page and a lack of a current inventory of resident belongings. Earlier inspections in August 2023 and August 2022 found no deficiencies, indicating mostly clean compliance in prior years. The main issues noted have involved record-keeping and documentation practices. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The record suggests a generally positive compliance trend with a few isolated documentation issues in the latest inspection.

Compare Assisted Living around Hilo The information below is reported by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance.

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QUEST Integration

Hawaii Medicaid QUEST Integration

Age 65+ or disabled, Hawaii resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High cost of living adjustments.

Kupuna Care

Hawaii Kupuna Care

Age 60+, Hawaii resident, unable to perform 2+ ADLs.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited funding; island-specific delivery.

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

Hawaii Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Hawaii resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Hawaii Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Hawaii resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual, adjusted annually.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Hawaii SCSEP (Federally Funded, State-Administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Hawaii resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

~800 slots; prioritizes veterans, rural residents.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Hawaii NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Hawaii resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

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

Hawaii VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/surviving spouse, Hawaii resident, wartime service, need for aid with ADLs (A&A) or homebound status.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).

Applies statewide; high demand due to veteran population.

Senior Companion Program (SCP)

Hawaii Senior Companion Program

Volunteers: 55+, low-income, Hawaii resident, able to work 20 hours/week. Recipients: Frail elders needing companionship.

Volunteers: ~$24,980/year (200% FPL); recipients: no limit.

Not specified for volunteers; need-based for recipients.

Statewide; managed by DHS Social Services.

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