Caregivers are repeatedly described as compassionate, patient, and respectful in residents’ homes.
Many reviewers describe caregivers who show patience and kindness, and who treat their loved ones with respect. Several also mention caregivers creating a calmer mood or helping residents feel comfortable and safe. Even when families raise scheduling or billing concerns, the good experiences with individual caregivers still stand out.
Reviewers frequently credit the team’s scheduling process and timely communication with making it easier to coordinate care. Multiple families mention being kept informed day-to-day, getting clear updates, and finding the process flexible around changing needs. Several also describe relief from having a dependable point of contact when questions come up.
common12 reviews mention this
Care includes assistance with daily needs
Care services described in reviews include hands-on help with everyday routines and support during mobility and care tasks.
Residents’ families describe caregivers assisting with day-to-day needs like exercises, transfers, and household support such as cleaning and laundry. The community’s listed care services also cover help with bathing, dressing, and transfers, along with meal preparation and medication management. Several reviewers specifically call out the difference caregivers made in comfort, stability, and daily participation.
common6 reviews mention this
Special diets and meal support
Meal planning for special dietary needs is part of the care approach described.
The dining and care details emphasize support for diabetes diets and special dietary restrictions. Reviews that discuss individualized care also align with that theme, with families noting caregivers adjusting to what their loved one needed. Together, this points to meal support as a handled piece of care rather than a one-size-fits-all routine.
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Scheduling reliability and billing concerns
Some families report reliability problems with scheduling and occasional issues around pricing or invoices.
A few reviewers describe missed visits, late arrivals, or uncertainty about whether a caregiver would show up on time. There are also mentions of pricing not being clearly explained, unexpected total costs, and concerns about invoices or fees. While many families are satisfied, these recurring complaints are the main reasons some reviewers would not recommend services.
common2 reviews mention this
Near medical and everyday errands
The area includes nearby hospitals, clinics, and everyday stops.
Families can access common destinations without traveling far, including nearby medical facilities and everyday essentials. The proximity of options for errands and care-related visits is consistent with the community’s local setting in Honolulu.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
3 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Honolulu International (3 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Honolulu, Hawaii offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors. There are several restaurants nearby, including Ani's Bake Shop, McDonald's, and Anna Miller's Restaurant, providing options for dining out. Additionally, there are cafes such as Starbucks and The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf for those looking to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Pharmacies like Longs Drugs and CVS Pharmacy are easily accessible for medication needs. Places of worship such as Community Lutheran Church Wels and St Philomena Church offer spiritual support, while parks like Salt Lake District Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation. For healthcare needs, there are physicians' offices like Aloha Vision Consultants and hospitals like Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center in close proximity. Transportation options from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to car rentals at Hertz Rent A Car are also readily available. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment with essential services and conveniences for senior living.
Restaurants
Ani's Bake Shop (0.6 miles)
McDonald's (0.7 miles)
Restaurant 604 (1.1 miles)
McDonald's (1.5 miles)
Anna Miller's Restaurant (2.1 miles)
McDonald's (2.1 miles)
Wendy's (2.4 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (0.7 miles)
Starbucks (1.1 miles)
Starbucks (2.1 miles)
The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (3.8 miles)
The Bishop Museum Café by Highway Inn (3.9 miles)
Pharmacies
Longs Drugs (1 miles)
Times Supermarkets (1.1 miles)
Zee Medical Service (1.2 miles)
Longs Drugs (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Good Neighbor Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Longs Drugs (1.9 miles)
Places of Worship
Community Lutheran Church Wels (1.1 miles)
St Philomena Church (1.4 miles)
Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii (5.1 miles)
Parks
Salt Lake District Park (1.1 miles)
Neal S. Blaisdell Park (2.8 miles)
Manana Neighborhood Park (4.3 miles)
Manana District Park (4.3 miles)
Physicians
Aloha Vision Consultants (1.2 miles)
Women's Health Clinic - VA Honolulu (1.4 miles)
Pali Momi Neurology Clinic (1.7 miles)
Melanie M Lau MD - Lau & Shigezawa MDS (1.7 miles)
Community Living Center (Formerlly Center for Aging) (2 miles)
McKoy, James Dr-Kaiser Mapunapuna Clinic (2.1 miles)
Randall Nitta, MD (2.7 miles)
Hospitals
Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center (1.3 miles)
Margee's Care Home is located at 1547 Haloa Drive, Honolulu, HI 96818 in Honolulu County, Hawaii
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3 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Honolulu International (3 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Intimate, small-capacity community providing personalized care with comprehensive services (24-hour supervision, ADL assistance, medication management, and healthcare coordination).
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