12 Assisted Living Facilities near Honolulu, HI
There are 12 Assisted Living Facilities in the Honolulu area, with 9 in Honolulu and 3 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Honolulu is $5,188 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 77 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Honolulu. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Honolulu 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Kaneohe with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 10 families in Honolulu find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Honolulu, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Honolulu, HI
Hawai'i Kai Retirement Community
Lunalilo Home
The Plaza at Waikiki
The Plaza at Punchbowl
Manoa Senior Care
One Kalakaua Senior Living
The Plaza at Moanalua
Manoa Cottage
Kalakaua Gardens
Kina Ole Estate
Good Samaritan Society "“ Pohai Nani
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Honolulu
Hawaii's capital city Honolulu offers seniors breathtaking ocean and mountain views and a rich cultural history to explore. Honolulu also has seven assisted living facilities (ALF), sometimes called adult residential care homes (ARCH), and there are four more in the nearby cities of Kaneohe, Pearl City and Kailua. These facilities promote independence and provide 24-hour access to staff support. Both ALFs and ARCHs help residents with activities of daily living, medication, meals, recreation and home upkeep. Residents of ARCHs typically share rooms and bathroom facilities, while residents of ALFs reside in apartment units.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Honolulu
- Honolulu is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership "has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or county a great place for people of all ages," according to AARP.
- Honolulu scores a high 95 out of 100 on the comfort index for its year-round pleasant weather. The low average temperature in January is 67 degrees, and the high average in August is 89 degrees. The city has less rain and more sunny days than the national average.
- The American Lung Association gave Honolulu an A for its excellent air quality, and it ranked Urban Honolulu at the number two spot on its Top 25 Cleanest U.S. Cities list for year-round particle pollution.
- The violent crime rate in Honolulu is lower than average for Hawaii and the United States; however, the rate of property crime is slightly higher. Crime is considerably worse in a couple of the surrounding areas, such as Waimanalo.
- On average, living in Honolulu costs twice as much as living elsewhere in the United States. Residents pay more than the national average for most goods and services, including housing, groceries, health care, transportation and utilities. Housing prices show the biggest difference, with homes in Honolulu costing more than three times the national average.
- The city's public transit system, called TheBus, offers reduced fare and lower-cost annual passes to seniors 65 and older. Seniors with disabilities may be eligible to use TheHandi-Van paratransit service.
Paying for Assisted Living in Honolulu
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Hawaii
Assisted Living costs in Honolulu start around $5,175 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Honolulu and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Honolulu
Elderly Medicaid recipients in Hawaii may receive benefits through MED Quest for long-term care. This program offers less coverage for ALFs than it does for ARCHs, and it doesn't pay for rent or meals. An optional supplement may be available to people receiving Social Security Income (SSI).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Hawaii page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Hawaii page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Honolulu
Honolulu and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Honolulu, please visit our Assisted Living in Hawaii page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Honolulu
Honolulu-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Hawaii are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Hawaii page for more information about these laws.
Other Options in Honolulu, HI
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Honolulu
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Review of Hawai'i Kai Retirement Community
We visited Hawaii Kai. They were informative. We saw the residents, and they seemed happy. We toured a couple of the individual units to see what it would be like, and it's good. I toured a studio ... Read more
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Review of Hawai'i Kai Retirement Community
We went to see Hawaii Kaii. It's very nice, they offer swimming and eating. They have a nice cafeteria and dining area. The food was very good, was very delicious, and it wasn't filthy, it was just... Read more
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Review of Hawai'i Kai Retirement Community
I went to Hawaii Kai. It's very good, very professional, and very clean. The people were very nice, and had my father been able to go there for his level of care, we would definitely have put him t... Read more
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