Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

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Age with dignity with at Life Care Center of Hilo, an exceptional community situated near Ahualani Park and Ainaola Park in Hilo, HI, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. Purposely designed and spacious accommodations are available in a warm and nurtuiring environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.
Residents are encouraged to live actively with a robust calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs, highlighting their interests and strengths. Delicious and well-balanced meals are served for residents to enjoy a satisfactory dining experience that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those seeking exceptional care to recover quickly and live up to their potential.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
1,158 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 98 | 0 | 98 | 40,400 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 41 | 0 | 41 | 16,473 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 2 | 22 | 9,578 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 22 | 0 | 22 | 5,586 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,085 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,627 | 71 | 77% | 8.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,146 | 89 | 97% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1,821 | 81 | 88% | 7.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,584 | 73 | 79% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,156 | 64 | 70% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1,108 | 81 | 88% | 6.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 886 | 76 | 83% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 814 | 68 | 74% | 6.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 509 | 63 | 68% | 8.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 68 | 9 | 10% | 7.6 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 53 | 8 | 9% | 6.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 3 | 3% | 14.5 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 2% | 5.9 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
49% of new residents, often for short stays.
26% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Hilo based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
3.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Hilo's city center to Life Care Center of Hilo's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Life Care Center of Hilo is located in Hilo, Hawaii.
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The information below is reported by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance.
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Life Care Center of Hilo has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Life Care Center of Hilo's occupancy is 81.7%.
Yes — there is 1 photo of Life Care Center of Hilo in the photo gallery on this page.
Life Care Center of Hilo is located at 944 W Kawailani St, Hilo, HI 96720, United States.
(808) 959-9151 will put you in contact with the team at Life Care Center of Hilo.
Yes — Life Care Center of Hilo is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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