Kalākaua Gardens stands as a 17-story senior living community near Waikiki, made of strong concrete and licensed under state license 21-alf, which means it's built to last and has to follow the rules for assisted living facilities. The place has 167 units for seniors and offers quite a few living choices including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care, so folks can get more assistance if their needs change over time. They've got a 24-hour health care center with staff on duty all the time for medical supervision, and their skilled nursing staff handles wound care, rehabilitation, therapy, and personal health management. For people facing memory loss or conditions like Alzheimer's or dementia, the Memory Care program provides help with daily tasks, social activities, and specialized care inside a secured area. Some units are one-bedroom apartments, while others are private studios or companion suites, and they're fully furnished to make moving in easier and cut out the usual work of maintaining a home.
Whenever someone needs therapy, the state-of-the-art gym offers equipment that's simple for seniors to use, plus open sliding glass doors let in fresh air, and after therapy, there's even a stylish full-service beauty salon. The dining area serves meals in a restaurant-style setting, with extra options for room service and meals brought to apartments if that's preferred. Folks can bring their pets, and sometimes the community brings in pet therapy animals, which seems to make many people happy. Devotional activities happen onsite for those who want to practice their faith, and there are plenty of indoor and outdoor common areas, like Ohana style living rooms, outdoor patios with manicured plants, and a water feature. Windows from many rooms have great views of the Manoa Valley or Waikiki, and with covered parking and Wi-Fi on the property, practical needs are covered.
There's also a three-level parking garage with 78 spaces, an adjacent office building, and secure spaces set aside for moving or deliveries. The community holds activities to keep people mentally, physically, and socially active, both onsite and offsite, helping residents enjoy their days and feel connected. Safety stands out with staff trained for Covid precautions and special care for those needing help with their medicines or conditions like diabetes, incontinence, or mobility issues. Residents get personalized care in a friendly environment, with staff offering conversation and smiles, and the community got recognized as a finalist for Hawaii's Best Senior Living Facility in 2022. Kalākaua Gardens is set up so seniors can move in at any care level and remain comfortable, knowing there's a plan for when more care becomes necessary, and everything from therapy to skilled nursing, activities, and meals happens in one convenient setting.
