Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance
Home Care · Hawaii, HI

Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance

Home Care · Hawaii, HI

Overview of Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance

Experience exceptional in-home care with Malama Maikai. Their dedicated team of professionals is always ready to serve seniors, around the clock, 24/7. Not only that, they also offer respite care, providing much-needed relief to both seniors and their families. Established in 2021, Malama Maikai has quickly become one of Hawaii’s premier providers of in-home care. They take a client-centered approach, tailoring their services to meet individual needs and preferences. 

With flexible scheduling, their team is available 24/7, ready to cater to the unique requirements of seniors. When you choose Malama Maikai, you’re choosing a home where quality care knows no boundaries. Discover a place where seniors are valued, respected, and cherished. Trust in their exceptional team to provide the care and support your loved ones deserve. Experience the difference between Malama Maikai’s comprehensive in-home care services.

Types of Care at Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance

Home Care
Years in operation
5 years in operation Rank #37 / 44Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 44 homes in Hawaii. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Hawaii SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 99 / 100 Rank #1 / 178Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 178 homes in Hawaii. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Hawaii SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Gwendolyn Villanueva, Member

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPersonal Care, Companion Care, Transportation, Hospice & End of Life, 24-Hour Home Care Service, Post-Surgery Care
Operating Hours24/7

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Address 13.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Honolulu's city center to Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.39 miles to nearest hospital (The Queen's Medical Center oncology)

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Home Care in Hawaii

Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance is located in Honolulu, 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)

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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.

Honolulu (Downtown)-No 99 -5A+
Home Instead Senior 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.

Honolulu (Ala Moana)-No 98 -16-
FirstLight Home Care of Honolulu
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.

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.

Honolulu (Waikiki)-No 96 ---
Kupuna Care Hawaii
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.

Honolulu (Ala Moana)-No 97 ---
Attention Plus 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.

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 (Ala Moana)-No 98 -42A+

Frequently Asked Questions about Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance

What neighborhood is Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance in?

Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance is in the Downtown neighborhood of Honolulu.

Is Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance in a walkable area?

Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance has a walk score of 99. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are there photos of Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance?

(808) 207-7600 will put you in contact with the team at Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance.

Is Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Mālama Maika‘i Health and Wellness Alliance is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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