Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing

Overview of Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing

Located on Kahaloa Drive, Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing is a senior housing community in Honolulu, Hawaii, dedicated to adults 62+. With an 80-bed capacity, the community offers a variety of studio and one-bedroom apartments. A resident manager, laundry rooms, and wellness programs are also available for residents’ convenience. The community also follows income restrictions, requiring older adults to have gross incomes not exceeing 60%, 80%, or 120% of area median income.

Recreational opportunities are provided, encouraging residents to live actively and promote socialization. A garden, a spa, and walking paths are among the amenities available on-site for residents’ leisure. A car is also generally required to access most services, as it is located in a car-dependent neighborhood with limited services available within walking distance.

Bed community size
80-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaApplicants must be 62 years or older with gross incomes not exceeding 60%, 80%, or 120% of Area Median Income.
Minimum Age62+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Courtyard
Garden
Walking Paths
Laundry
Wellness Center

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Managed by Audrey E. Awaya

Executive Director

Over 30 years of experience

Audrey E. Awaya is the Executive Director responsible for managing all activities of Pacific Housing Assistance Corporation. She brings over 30 years of affordable housing development experience and holds degrees in human development and urban and regional planning from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Audrey’s leadership supports the mission to develop affordable homes for seniors and families across Hawaiʻi.

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Financial Assistance for
Senior Living in Hawaii

Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing 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 Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing

What neighborhood is Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing in?

Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing is in the Manoa neighborhood.

Is Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing in a walkable area?

Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing?

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What is the address of Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing?

Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing is located at 2790 Kahaloa Dr, Honolulu, HI 96822.

What is the phone number of Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing?

(808) 589-1845 will put you in contact with the team at Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing.

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