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Maluhia

1027 Hala Drive

4.9(56 ratings)· Honolulu average: 4.5

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Quick Facts

Total units
158
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Government, State
Certified beds
158
Adult Day Program
Also offers adult day health care services
Language Support
Free language assistance services in multiple languages
Operator
Part of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, a public entity
Rehab Option
Offers short-term rehabilitation stays, not just long-term care

What Families Think

Families describe Maluhia, a Honolulu skilled nursing and adult day health facility run by Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, as warm, attentive and staffed by people who treat residents like family. Reviewers highlight responsive nurses, individualized attention for residents with dementia and complex needs, and a genuinely caring interdisciplinary team.

The Good

  • Reviewers call nurses friendly and quick to respond
  • Staff described as treating residents with dignity and care
  • Individualized care plans built around medical, social, emotional needs
  • Interdisciplinary team of nurses, therapists, social workers, dietitians
  • Praised for supporting residents with dementia and behavioral needs
  • Therapy dog visits welcomed as part of resident engagement

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Maluhia is a senior living community in Honolulu, Hawaii offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 56 reviews.

About Maluhia

Maluhia is a nursing home located in Honolulu, Hawaii, offering a wide range of services including traditional long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and adult day health care. The facility serves residents with varying medical and support needs, providing quality medical care alongside restorative therapy.

The facility's interdisciplinary team approach to care includes nurses, nutritionists, therapists, dieticians, and social workers who collaborate with residents' physicians to develop comprehensive, individualized treatment plans. Care plans are tailored to meet each resident's physical, social, spiritual, and emotional needs, with the goal of restoring residents to their fullest practicable potential.

Maluhia's management team consists of experienced leaders in long-term care. The facility is part of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and complies with applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws. The facility is committed to accessibility and provides free language assistance services in multiple languages to residents and families.

Types of Care at Maluhia

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Religious Services
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Maluhia

4.9overall · 56 ratings combined

4.9★ on Google (56)

Candace Fujikane

May 2024

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Staff is very kind and works hard to o make sure that patients and visitors are comfortable and treated well. I also appreciate the Covid safety guidelines. So easy to visit my uncle.

Lynne Brunetto

May 2024

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I bring my therapy dog Sophie for monthly visits to Maluhia adult day care and long-term care. At both locations, the staff are always so kind and they treat each resident with care and dignity. Sophie and I instantly feel welcomed here as well. The residents (most importantly) are clearly loved, and their individual needs are gently and patiently tended to. Employees work together and help one another. I love our visits to Maluhia.

Kaipo Hanakahi

Feb 2024

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I recently entrusted my dad's care to Maluhia care home services, and I couldn't be happier with the decision. From the moment we walked in, I felt a sense of reassurance that my dad was in good hands. In just a short amount of time, I've already seen remarkable progress in his health, which speaks volumes about the quality of care provided. The staff goes above and beyond to accommodate both my dad's needs and mine, making us feel like a part of their extended family. It's incredibly comforting to know that my dad is not only receiving excellent care but is also surrounded by individuals who genuinely care about his well-being. Having Maluhia care for my dad feels like having a team of loving aunties helping me every step of the way. It's truly a blessing to have found such a wonderful place where my dad is not just a patient, but a cherished member of their community.

Collette Anderson

Jan 2024

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My first experience with Maluhia was in Oct 2020 when my mother's existing day care program of 3+ years was no longer able to care for her given her combative and wandering behavior. I was shocked to find out how few facilities would even consider taking in my mother and felt I may need to resign from work to care for her. I reached out to the State's Eldercare Services, the local chapter of Alzheimer's Association, asking for help. Why was there no laws and associated funding in place to help care facilities staff up and train for commonly known challenges among those with dementia? One alternative offered was placing Mom in a care home. Thankfully Mom's Kaiser geriatric doctor notified me that Maluhia had recently re-opened after being closed due to Covid. I met a very caring and professional team of people with a genuine heart for our kupuna. Thankfully they were willing to work closely with Mom's geriatric case manager and doctor on transitioning Mom into their program. Their comprehensive approach to assessing the individual entering their program is very thorough from the medical aspect, physical, mental and social aspect is impressive as their team made sure my mom was a good fit and would thrive at Maluhia. Now my father is attending their day program. Sandy who oversees the CNAs is thorough and, by her leadership, her staff knows each participant and their interaction is positive and personable. The program's social worker Sanford gave Dad a purpose which was to look after the Center's plants, an interest my Dad has. This made all the difference for my father. From their nurse Reika to their activities person Natasha, they are all great. The facility is clean, bright and welcoming. Stacy, the program's director, closely oversees all aspects of this program and is a pleasure to work with. Thanks to Maluhia, our parents are able to stay at home and thrive. Our family is very thankful to the entire team at Maluhia Adult Day Health program!

Karen Niki

Jan 2024

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Too early to say, but comparing previous facility Maluhia is better. Nurses are more friendly and quickly responds when we ask for help. I love that fct there is TV in the room, DVD/CD player connected. I brought in CD music to play while I am visit patient. I was impressed to see another patient in hallway and they provided TV in the hallway for her.

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 24 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jul 10, 2025Health Standard1 citation
  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 24, 2025

Apr 25, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2025

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2025

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 16, 2025

Jul 3, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 16, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 16, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 16, 2024

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 26, 2024

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 16, 2024

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 16, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 16, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 16, 2024

Jul 27, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 11, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

  • Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2023

Jul 22, 2022Fire Safety Standard2 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 4, 2022

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 4, 2022

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Maluhia offer?

Maluhia offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Maluhia located?

Maluhia is located at 1027 Hala Drive in Honolulu, Hawaii.

What do families say about Maluhia?

Families describe Maluhia, a Honolulu skilled nursing and adult day health facility run by Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, as warm, attentive and staffed by people who treat residents like family. Reviewers highlight responsive nurses, individualized attention for residents with dementia and complex needs, and a genuinely caring interdisciplinary team.

How did Maluhia do on recent health and safety inspections?

Maluhia had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 24 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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