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Ka Punawai Ola in Kapolei, HI

Ka Punawai Ola is an independent living community in Kapolei, HI.

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91-575 Farrington Highway, Kapolei, HI 96707

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

4.8 from 119 reviews
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Overall Review of Ka Punawai Ola

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Staff care is consistently praised

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring, friendly, and professional.

Many reviewers highlight staff who stay attentive to residents’ needs and treat people with respect, dignity, and patience. Multiple comments also note staff are responsive during visits and help families feel informed and supported. A few reviews also flag that understaffing can slow certain responses, but they still credit teams for trying to do their best.

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Facility cleanliness and upkeep stand out

Reviewers repeatedly mention a clean, well-kept facility.

Cleanliness comes up often, with reviewers describing the property as neat, orderly, and well maintained. Several also connect that upkeep to a comfortable, welcoming environment for both residents and visitors. A small number of comments focus more on operations and communication than cleanliness, but they do not dispute the facility being kept up.

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Rehab therapy is a major focus

Families frequently credit therapy staff for helping recovery progress.

Several reviewers describe rehab experiences that include physical and occupational therapy, with improvements that helped residents return home or make strides after injury or surgery. A number of comments also praise the professionalism of nursing and therapy support during intake and throughout the stay. Some reviews discuss operational friction (like communication at shift change), but the overall theme is that care during rehab is taken seriously.

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Understaffing can delay assistance

Some residents and families report delays in getting help due to staffing.

While many reviewers express appreciation, a recurring concern is that staffing levels can affect how quickly residents receive help, especially for mobility and personal care needs. One reviewer describes waiting about an hour for restroom assistance, and another mentions issues after hours with door access and cleaning support when staffing is thin. There are also comments about needing better communication and more streamlined shift-change updates.

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Convenient access and nearby options

Reviewers mention it’s easy to find and has convenient access.

Multiple visitors describe the facility as easy to locate, with clear check-in and directions, along with convenient parking. Reviewers also emphasize being able to access the building and settle in smoothly during visits. Nearby, there are multiple healthcare options and everyday destinations within short drives, such as Naro Luke Torres and Kaiser Permanente.

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Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Honolulu International (10 miles away) Honolulu International (10 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 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
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Kapolei, Hawaii, offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With a variety of physicians' offices and pharmacies in close proximity, medical care is easily accessible. The area also features a selection of restaurants offering different cuisines to cater to various tastes, as well as cafes for socializing or enjoying a quiet cup of coffee. For outdoor activities, there are several parks nearby for leisurely walks or relaxation. Additionally, transportation options like the bus facility provide easy access to other parts of the island. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment with essential services and recreational opportunities that can enhance a senior's quality of life.

Physicians

  • Naro Luke Torres (0.1 miles)
  • Queen's Health Care Centers (0.1 miles)
  • Kapolei Pediatric (0.3 miles)
  • Keiki Korner Pediatrics (0.3 miles)
  • Pali Women's Health Center and Pali MediSpa (0.6 miles)
  • Island Orthopaedics (4 miles)
  • McMann Eye Institute (4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Kaiser Permanente (0.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
  • Longs Drugs (0.1 miles)
  • Longs Drugs (3.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • Safeway Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
  • Longs Drugs (4.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Sushi Bay (0.2 miles)
  • Zippy's Kapolei (0.4 miles)
  • Dickey's Barbecue Pit (0.4 miles)
  • Brick Oven Pizza (0.5 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (0.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (1 miles)
  • Denny's (1.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Chief's Luau (0.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Ulu CafĂ© (3 miles)
  • Island Vintage Coffee (3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.3 miles)
  • The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Kaiser Permanente Hospital (7.9 miles)

Parks

  • Mililani District Park (8 miles)
  • Neal S. Blaisdell Park (8.4 miles)
  • Manana Neighborhood Park (8.6 miles)
  • Manana District Park (8.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Pearl City Manana Bus Facility (8.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Sharkey Theater (8.8 miles)
  • Consolidated Theatres Mililani 14 (9.1 miles)

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