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Hilo Medical Center in Hilo, HI

Hilo Medical Center is a nursing home community in Hilo, HI.

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Hilo Medical Center in Hilo, HI

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  • Interior

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  • Building

    The entrance to Hilo Medical Center, surrounded by palm trees and a modern architectural design.
  • Architecture

    A modern building featuring sleek lines and palm trees in the background.
  • Bedroom

    A hospital room featuring a bed, medical equipment, and artwork on the wall.
  • Landscaping

    A sunny day with palm trees swaying under the bright sky.
  • Entrance

    A set of double wooden doors with glass windows, featuring a metal panel, commonly found in a hospital or institutional setting.
  • Nature

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  • Palm Trees

    The exterior of Hilo Medical Center with palm trees lining the front.
  • Waiting Area

    Entrance to a medical facility featuring a waiting area and informational signage.
  • Healthcare

    A medical cart equipped with monitoring devices in a hospital environment.

1190 Waianuenue Avenue, Hilo, HI 96720

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.3 from 116 reviews
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59
4 stars
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3 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Hilo Medical Center

common 2 reviews mention this

Parking options are available

Parking is described as available, including covered and valet options.

Several reviewers mention parking as a practical point, with one noting lots of parking and covered spots. Another describes valet parking during construction.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Food quality and timing vary

Dining experiences can be uneven, including slow service and mix-ups with dietary needs.

One review says cafeteria service was poor for dietary needs, describing allergy-related problems and long waits for items. Another mentions food service being uneven during a serious hospital visit, even while noting it was better than some other experiences.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

ER waits can be long

Some ER visits involve long waits before care begins.

Multiple reviewers describe waiting in lobbies or hallways before being brought back, including a two-plus-hour wait after ER check-in. Others mention longer delays such as being left without pain relief for a period, waiting in a waiting room for about an hour, or saying the ER wait time is too long.

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Features

Housing

  • 35 resident community capacity 35 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Hilo International (4 miles away) Hilo International (4 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Hilo, Hawaii, offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle in the area. With healthcare facilities such as East Hawaii Health Clinic and Hawaii Pacific Oncology Center nearby, residents have access to quality medical care. The proximity of Hilo Medical Center ensures easy access to hospital services. The abundance of parks like Wailuku River State Park and Rainbow Falls Park provide opportunities for leisurely strolls and enjoying nature. Various places of worship are within a few miles, including Kaumana Drive Baptist Church and New Hope Christian Fellowship. Additionally, there are several dining options ranging from local eateries like Pete's Belly Bustazs to familiar chains like McDonald's. Pharmacies like CVS Pharmacy and Longs Drugs are easily accessible for medication needs. Transportation options such as AA Marshall's Taxi and U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer make getting around town convenient. Overall, this area offers a well-rounded community environment for seniors to enjoy their golden years in Hilo.

Physicians

  • Okamura, Charles East Hawaii Health Clinic (0 miles)
  • East Hawaii Health Clinic - Primary Care (0 miles)
  • East Hawaii Health - Cancer Center (0.1 miles)
  • East Hawaii Health - Otolaryngology (ENT) (0.1 miles)
  • Hawaii Pacific Oncology Center (0.1 miles)
  • ATM at Kaiser Hilo (0.2 miles)
  • Hra Womens Imaging Cen (1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Hilo Medical Center (0.1 miles)

Parks

  • Wailuku River State Park (0.2 miles)
  • Rainbow Falls Park (0.3 miles)
  • Peā€˜epeā€˜e Boiling Pots (1.2 miles)
  • Mo’oheau Park (1.8 miles)
  • University Heights Park (2 miles)
  • Isles Beach Park (2.8 miles)
  • Liliā€˜uokalani Park And Gardens (2.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Kaumana Drive Baptist Church (0.7 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (2.2 miles)
  • Crossnet Ministries (2.4 miles)
  • New Hope Christian Fellowship (3.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Pete's Belly Bustazs (1 miles)
  • Kozmic Cones (1.5 miles)
  • Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill Hilo (1.7 miles)
  • The Temple Bar (1.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.7 miles)
  • L & L Drive Inn (1.7 miles)
  • Hilo Town Tavern (1.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Kta Super Stores (1.8 miles)
  • Pharmerica (1.8 miles)
  • Shiigi Drug Co. (2 miles)
  • Longs Drugs (2.1 miles)
  • Kta Super Stores (3.5 miles)
  • KTA Puainako Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Transportation

  • AA Marshall's Taxi (1.6 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (3.1 miles)
  • Aiona U-Rent Car (3.3 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (3.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Nector Cafe (1.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Just Cruisin Coffee (2.3 miles)
  • Big Island Pearl Tea (2.9 miles)
  • Popover (3.2 miles)
  • VIBE Cafe & Health Bar (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Prince Kuhio (3.5 miles)

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