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Life Care Center Of Kona

78-6957 Kamehameha Iii Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $9,008

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $9,008
  • Average State Price: $9,008
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Life Care Center Of Kona Description

    Life Care Center Of Kona is a community that offers nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 3.3 miles outside the small town of Hƍlualoa, Hawaii and is part of the Life Care Centers of America network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    9.1
    Life Care Center Of Kona
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 24 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 2 communities in Kailua-Kona
  • Ranking in State: 14 out of 59 communities in HI
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    5.8
    Life Care Centers of America
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1468 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Hawaii

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Experiences:

    • Patients receive excellent rehabilitation care and appreciate the staff's efforts.
    • Facilities are praised for their cleanliness, comfort, and cheerful environments, including multiple dining areas and outdoor spaces with ocean views.
    • Staff, including physical and occupational therapists, nurses, and aides, are described as outstanding, attentive, kind, and caring.
    • Special mention of the speech therapists for their patient, persistent, caring, and creative work.
    • Community events and activities, such as a pre-Thanksgiving dinner buffet and Christmas celebrations, are appreciated.
    • Long-term residents, such as a 93-year-old, have had wonderful years at the facility, indicating satisfaction with the care provided over extended periods.
    • Professional and responsive staff make transitions into and out of the facility smooth and pleasant.

    Negative Experiences:

    • One case of a patient being rejected twice for long-term care despite doctor and care coordinator referrals, leading to disappointment and difficulty for the family.
    • Some local families have shared negative stories about the facility, though these are not detailed in the reviews.

    General Feedback:

    • The facility is recommended for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, with many reviewers expressing gratitude for the care received.
    • Staff across various roles are commended for their dedication and kindness, contributing to a positive atmosphere and recovery outcomes.
    • Activities and special events are highlighted as positive aspects, enhancing the living experience for residents.


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    Health

    Physical Therapy

    Occupational Therapy

    Speech Therapy

    24/7 Easy Admissions

    24-hour Skilled Nursing Care

    Case Management


    Services

    Flexible Visiting Hours

    Housekeeping and Laundry Services


    Activities

    Daily Activity Schedule

    Full-time, Certified Activity Director

    Community Re-entry Program

    Family/Resident Councils

    Religious Services

    Patient/Family Education Program


    Community Amenities

    24-hour Security and Fire Safety Systems

    Beauty Salon and Barber Shop

    Complimentary Wireless Internet

    Homelike Setting

    Housekeeping and Laundry Services

    Landscaped Grounds and Courtyards


    Room Amenities

    Bedside and Bathroom Call Lights

    Flat-screen TVs

    Private and Semiprivate Rooms

    Private Bathrooms

    Telephone and Cable Television Hookups


    Dining

    Certified Dietitian

    Fine Dining Program

    Dining Area


    Transportation

    Transportation Services


    Pet

    Pet Visitors Allowed



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 4
    Health inspection rating: 3
    Staffing rating: 2
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Oct. 23, 2001
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 94
    Total current residents: 63
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 1
    Number of substantiated complaints: 2
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $14008


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-06-08 2022-09-28 F Egress Deficiencies Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    2022-06-08 2022-09-28 F Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2022-06-08 2022-09-28 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2018-08-30 2018-11-09 E Smoke Deficiencies Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentñ€ℱs preferences and goals.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 C Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 E Infection Control Deficiencies Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-06-09 2022-07-30 C Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Post nurse staffing information every day.
    2022-02-23 2022-03-25 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, residentñ€ℱs preferences and goals.
    2022-02-23 2022-03-25 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-02-23 2022-03-25 D Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
    2019-07-26 2019-09-09 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2019-07-26 2019-09-09 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2019-07-26 2019-09-09 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2019-07-26 2019-09-09 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2018-08-31 2019-01-16 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2018-08-31 2019-01-16 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2018-08-31 2019-01-16 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2022-02-23 $14,008

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Hƍlualoa which is 3.3 miles away and has a population of 8,538 (very small town).
    • The average income is $74,121, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 79
      • Low Temperature: 74
      • Average Temperature: 77.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 145 days of rain and 219 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.73 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 207.0, Moderate Days 2.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    KTA Super Stores
    0.3 miles away
    Karuho Store
    2.0 miles away
    Kona Town Market
    4.2 miles away
    Safeway
    5.3 miles away
    Sack 'n Save
    5.4 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    Bank of Hawaii
    0.3 miles away
    American Savings Bank
    5.3 miles away
    Central Pacific Bank
    5.3 miles away
    First Hawaiian Bank
    5.4 miles away
    First Hawaiian Bank-Waikoloa Village Branch
    26.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Kona Community Hospital
    4.5 miles away
    Crossroads Medical Center
    5.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Longs Drugs
    0.2 miles away
    Safeway
    5.3 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    5.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Kona Dental Office
    6.8 miles away

    Parks

    Kahaluu Beach Park
    0.6 miles away
    White Sands Beach Park
    1.6 miles away
    Kamakana playgrounds
    2.0 miles away
    Keolonāhihi State Historical Park
    2.1 miles away
    Sadie Seymour Botanical Gardens
    2.9 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Mokuaikaua Church
    5.1 miles away

    Shopping

    Keauhou Shopping Center
    0.1 miles away
    Coconut Grove Marketplace
    4.6 miles away
    Aliʻi Sunset Plaza
    4.7 miles away
    Kona Center
    5.1 miles away
    Kopiko Plaza
    5.2 miles away

    Culture

    Lava Light Galleries
    5.1 miles away
    Ampitheatre
    10.9 miles away
    Waikoloa Bowl at Queens' Gardens
    24.0 miles away
    Lahaina Galleries
    26.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Sam Choy's Kai Lanai
    0.1 miles away
    Royal Thai Café
    0.2 miles away
    Kenichi Pacific
    0.2 miles away
    Los Habaneros
    0.2 miles away
    Bianelli's
    0.3 miles away

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