Business Details
21 Years
experience
Premier Memory Care Services in Hawaii
Since 2005, Hale Kuike has been dedicated to redefining memory care through compassionate, person-centered solutions. Our mission is to honor the unique journey of individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia by creating environments that foster dignity, joy, and meaningful connections. With three specialized locations across Oahu, our team combines evidence-based practices like Positive Approach to Care (PAC) training with innovative design principles to address the evolving needs of residents. Our 24/7 care model integrates certified nursing staff, therapeutic activities, and nutrition-focused culinary programs to support both physical and cognitive well-being.Through continuous staff education and family engagement initiatives, we maintain industry leadership in dementia care excellence. Our facilities feature purpose-built environments with secure outdoor spaces, sensory-stimulating interiors, and ergonomic design elements that promote independence and comfort. By prioritizing individual strengths and personal histories, we craft personalized care plans that enhance quality of life for residents and provide peace of mind for families.
Services
24-Hour Dementia Care
Nursing Assistance
Therapeutic Activities
Nutritional Meal Programs
Outdoor Healing Gardens
Cognitive Support Services
Family Education Workshops
Tai Chi Therapy
Memory Care Residency
Staff Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Our staff receives specialized Positive Approach to Care training for dementia-specific needs
- 24/7 nursing care with certified professionals available day and night
- Innovative facility design optimized for cognitive and physical well-being
- Nutrition-focused culinary program featuring fresh, locally-inspired meals
- Comprehensive activity programs including unique tai chi therapy options
Associations and certifications
- Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Designated Organization
What people say
Loving care
Dedicated staff
Best facility
Happy residents
Peace of mind
Services
24-Hour Dementia Care
Our continuous care model ensures trained staff are available at all times to address residents' needs. Certified nursing assistants provide overnight monitoring while registered nurses oversee daytime care and remain on-call after hours. This comprehensive approach combines medical expertise with compassionate support to maintain residents' safety and well-being through the Positive Approach to Care training framework.
Therapeutic Activities
Daily programs balance productive, leisure, and wellness activities tailored to residents' abilities. We incorporate music therapy, aromatherapy, pet therapy, and specialized tai chi programs developed by certified instructors. These evidence-based interventions stimulate cognitive function while promoting physical mobility and social interaction in a supportive environment that celebrates individual strengths and past experiences.
Nutritional Meal Programs
Our chefs prepare fresh, nutritionally balanced meals daily using locally sourced ingredients. Menus reflect familiar comfort foods while addressing dietary requirements, with special attention to texture modification and presentation techniques that enhance appetite and dining enjoyment for individuals with cognitive impairments through sensory-stimulating meal experiences.
Healing Gardens
Secure, thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces feature gentle walking paths, sensory gardens, and comfortable seating areas. These therapeutic environments encourage physical activity, provide natural light exposure, and create opportunities for social engagement while incorporating safety features that allow independent exploration for residents with varying mobility and cognitive abilities.
Innovative Design
Our facilities incorporate evidence-based design principles from Scandinavia and global best practices. Features include ergonomic furniture, optimized lighting for cognitive needs, nostalgic decor elements, and spatial layouts that promote independence. Every design choicefrom antique furnishings to local artworkcreates a calming, familiar environment that supports residents' cognitive function and emotional well-being.
People
Dorothy Colby
Director of Community Engagement
With over 20 years of professional and personal dementia care experience, Dorothy leads our community education initiatives. A certified Positive Approach to Care trainer and national mentor, she develops programs that help families and professionals understand dementia progression and implement effective care strategies through workshops and direct resident support.
Questions
What makes Hale Kuike different from other memory care facilities?
We combine Positive Approach to Care training with innovative design and specialized programming, including Hawaii's only certified tai chi therapy for dementia residents.
What services are included in your memory care program?
Our comprehensive services include 24/7 nursing care, therapeutic activities, nutrition-focused meals, secure outdoor spaces, and personalized cognitive support programs.
How do you support residents' physical mobility and wellness?
We offer tailored mobility programs, ergonomic furniture, and specialized tai chi therapy to maintain physical capabilities and prevent decline.
Can families schedule tours of your facilities?
Yes, we encourage prospective families to book personalized tours to experience our environments and meet our dedicated care teams.
How do you handle medication management and medical needs?
Our registered nurses oversee medication administration and coordinate with physicians, while certified nursing assistants provide daily health monitoring and support.
Videos
Reviews (4)
Karen J.
Oct 03, 2020
Report
I absolutely love Hale Ku'ike it is a lovely and wonderful place, their service is amazing they took great care of one of my family members and they enjoyed their time there. Also, their dog pepper and cookie are well trained and cute. They keep the place clean and sanitary. And their DON at Nuuanu is so caring about her patients, and so polite, I absolutely love her attitude. 100% recommend this place!!!
Kelley F.
Feb 27, 2020
Report
The best care home in Hawaii! Specializes in dementia care with a family home style environment, great daily activities, beautiful gardens and walking paths, delicious home cooked food by professional chefs, sweet therapy dog, and awesome caregivers.
Jennie H.
Jan 14, 2019
Report
Since my review got removed here it is again since I didn't have a first hand experience. I first went to the Kaneohe location and interviewed Mr. Fitzgerald for my Music as Therapy class. We had the same teacher at KCC and I didn't know until I had reached out to Mr. Fitzgerald. I had just moved to Nuuanu and the HNL location is behind our house. Besides having a pleasant interview with Mr Fitzgerald at the Kaneohe location, I am not sure how that location compares to the HNL one. As a neighbor of this location I find Halekuike very inconserdate regarding being a good neighbor. My late
Jennifer J.
Jun 06, 2018
Report
My mom moved into Hale Ku'ike last year and she's positively flourished under the compassionate care of the highly-trained staff. All of the staff are trained in Teepa Snow's "Positive Approach to Care" style. They really get to know each of the guests individually. She now uses a walker and is walking more than she did while at home. Plus, she's engaged in activities throughout the whole day. She tells me "the food is really good" and "the people here are so nice". I took the best care of my mom while I could but she needed 24/7 help and it was
