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Independent Living in Hawaii

Overview of Independent Living in Hawaii

Nicknamed the “Aloha State,” Hawaii is a tropical paradise known for its white sand beaches, crystal blue waters, majestic volcanoes, and dense rain forests which are home to a plethora of flora and fauna. Hawaii is one of the premier vacation destinations in the United States, making it an excellent spot to retire and relax in the sun. Many seniors enjoy exploring the local culture and historic sites of the islands, especially Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 5 retirement homes in Hawaii that provide independent living.

The median monthly cost of independent living in Hawaii is about $4,100.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Hawaii

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The Ivy at Hawaii Kai

428 Kawaihae Street, Honolulu, HI 96825
9.1
Review Score
75 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Yvonne Y - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Clean facilities, weekly room cleaning and laundry service, helpful staff, reasonable meals, suitable activities, and friendly residents make living at the Ivy Hawaii Kai a very comfortable experience.

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13
13 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available

'Ilima at Leihano

739 Leihano St, Kapolei, HI 96707
8.0
Review Score
46 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one has only been here a short period of time, but they get 5 stars for everything so far. We like it much better than her previous facility. It is smaller. The staff all know my mom by name. ...

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20
20 Photos available
39
39 Floor plans available

Holiday Kalama Heights

101 Kanani Road, Kihei, HI 96753
7.5
Review Score
13 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

I am currently a resident at Holiday Kalama Heights and most everything has been great for me here at this facility, so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The activities and the value for cost...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Kapolei

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13 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available

'Ilima at Leihano

739 Leihano St, Kapolei, HI 96707
8.0
Review Score
46 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one has only been here a short period of time, but they get 5 stars for everything so far. We like it much better than her previous facility. It is smaller. The staff all know my mom by name. ...

Get Pricing
24
24 Photos available
40
40 Floor plans available

The Ivy at Hawaii Kai

428 Kawaihae Street, Honolulu, HI 96825
9.1
Review Score
75 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Yvonne Y - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Clean facilities, weekly room cleaning and laundry service, helpful staff, reasonable meals, suitable activities, and friendly residents make living at the Ivy Hawaii Kai a very comfortable experience.

Get Pricing

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Kaneohe

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24
24 Photos available
40
40 Floor plans available

The Ivy at Hawaii Kai

428 Kawaihae Street, Honolulu, HI 96825
9.1
Review Score
75 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Yvonne Y - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Clean facilities, weekly room cleaning and laundry service, helpful staff, reasonable meals, suitable activities, and friendly residents make living at the Ivy Hawaii Kai a very comfortable experience.

Get Pricing
13
13 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available

'Ilima at Leihano

739 Leihano St, Kapolei, HI 96707
8.0
Review Score
46 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one has only been here a short period of time, but they get 5 stars for everything so far. We like it much better than her previous facility. It is smaller. The staff all know my mom by name. ...

Get Pricing
8
8 Photos available

Kina 'Ole Estate

45-225 William Henry Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744
Angela Y - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My dad has only been at Kina Ole for a few weeks but it is hard to imagine him getting better care anywhere else. The staff has spent countless hours getting to know him and his likes/dislikes-even asking...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Honolulu

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24
24 Photos available
40
40 Floor plans available

The Ivy at Hawaii Kai

428 Kawaihae Street, Honolulu, HI 96825
9.1
Review Score
75 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Yvonne Y - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Clean facilities, weekly room cleaning and laundry service, helpful staff, reasonable meals, suitable activities, and friendly residents make living at the Ivy Hawaii Kai a very comfortable experience.

Get Pricing
13
13 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available

'Ilima at Leihano

739 Leihano St, Kapolei, HI 96707
8.0
Review Score
46 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one has only been here a short period of time, but they get 5 stars for everything so far. We like it much better than her previous facility. It is smaller. The staff all know my mom by name. ...

Get Pricing
8
8 Photos available

Kina 'Ole Estate

45-225 William Henry Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744
Angela Y - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My dad has only been at Kina Ole for a few weeks but it is hard to imagine him getting better care anywhere else. The staff has spent countless hours getting to know him and his likes/dislikes-even asking...

Get Pricing

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Kapolei

See top facilities
13
13 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available

'Ilima at Leihano

739 Leihano St, Kapolei, HI 96707
8.0
Review Score
46 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one has only been here a short period of time, but they get 5 stars for everything so far. We like it much better than her previous facility. It is smaller. The staff all know my mom by name. ...

Get Pricing
24
24 Photos available
40
40 Floor plans available

The Ivy at Hawaii Kai

428 Kawaihae Street, Honolulu, HI 96825
9.1
Review Score
75 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Yvonne Y - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Clean facilities, weekly room cleaning and laundry service, helpful staff, reasonable meals, suitable activities, and friendly residents make living at the Ivy Hawaii Kai a very comfortable experience.

Get Pricing

Hawaii laws and regulations for independent living communities

Independent living communities in Hawaii don’t have specific laws or regulations. Unlike assisted living communities or nursing homes, independent living communities aren’t licensed and don’t offer supportive services to residents that require a standardized regulations.

However, several independent living communities in Hawaii share a campus with other senior care facilities, such as assisted living, and may adhere to specific licensing qualifications that regulate those facilities. To explore Hawaii’s assisted living regulations, see our overview to assisted living in Hawaii.

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Stand-alone independent living communities

Hawaii’s stand-alone independent living communities follow the state’s rental statutes, which are outlined in the Hawaii Residential Landlord-Tenant handbook. The following list provides examples of guidelines to creating equally beneficial agreements between tenants and landlords.[01]

  • A rental contract should be agreed upon by both parties and include the term of the rental, amount of rent, and payment date.
  • The landlord must provide safe and healthy premises.
  • The landlord must ensure all electrical, plumbing, and other facilities are in good working condition.
  • The landlord must give the tenant at least two days’ notice before entering property and shall enter only during reasonable hours, except in emergencies.
  • The tenant must keep the rental property in good condition and must obey laws and regulations governing cleanliness, health, and safety.
  • The tenant must allow the landlord entry into the unit for inspections, to make repairs, and to show the property to prospective purchasers and tenants.

Local governments, such as city or county governments, may have additional guidelines regulating the landlord-tenant relationship.

It’s also important to note that independent living communities may have an age requirements. It’s common for communities to set different age minimums. For example, some communities accept residents 55 and older, while others require residents to be at least 62. Age requirements can typically be found on the community’s website.

Hawaii Department of Health contact information

Hawaii State Department of Health

1250 Punchbowl St.

Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

Phone: 808-586-4400

Hawaii Tenant Resources

Hawaii Public Housing Authority

1002 N School St.

Honolulu, Hawaii 96817

Phone: 303-864-7810

References

  1. Hawaii Office of Consumer Protection. Handbook for the Hawaii residential landlord-tenant code.

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