'Ilima at Leihano sits in a peaceful area in Hawaii's first pedestrian-oriented neighborhood and is part of the 40-acre Leihano mixed-use community, so residents can stroll or use public transportation to nearby shops and dining. This senior community provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing all in one place, so folks have choices that match their needs, ranging from spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with private lanais for independent residents to secure, specialized settings for people with Alzheimer's or dementia. The memory care environment uses familiar routines, secured indoor and outdoor gardens, and spaces that feel like home, plus activities that help with life skills and safety.
The staff and caregivers go through special training and provide 24-hour supervision, medication help, and support with daily activities, and care plans involve residents, families, and healthcare partners for a personalized approach. Services cover housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, grocery shopping, and errands to keep life comfortable and stress-free, and there's both complimentary and pay-as-you-go transportation for appointments and outings, as well as on-site parking for those who drive.
Meals cater for diverse needs, offering vegetarian, kosher, low-sodium, gluten-free, and organic options, all made by a professional chef, and residents can choose to eat in the restaurant-style dining room, a private room, order room service, or sit in the cafe or large shaded lanai. There's a full calendar of activities and outings, with wellness programs like The Art of Living Well®, devotional services offsite, arts and crafts, movies in the on-site theater, swimming, gardening in raised beds, group fitness, scheduled educational events, and social gatherings for friends to connect and share time together.
Residents and visitors find inside and outside areas for relaxing or keeping active, including a fitness center, beauty salon and barber shop, cafe, piano, TV lounge, meeting rooms, swimming pool, gardens, and an enclosed courtyard, with Wi-Fi and cable TV included. The facility keeps an eye on health and safety, with licensed staff, skilled care always available, and thoughtful design for safety, especially in memory care. Independent living residents have most utilities, daily chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and scheduled rides included in their monthly rent, which makes things a lot simpler. The overall feel of 'Ilima at Leihano is warm, friendly, and built around the idea of 'ohana-community and family-where folks can age with dignity among friends, enjoying the mountain views and open spaces, and knowing help's always nearby when it's needed.
