Frequently Asked Quesitons
King Lunalilo Trust FAQ
How long has King Lunalilo Trust been in existence?
King Lunalilo Trust has been in existence for more than 140 years.
Please refer to the History of King Lunalilo Trust to learn about its regal beginning.
Residential Care and Respite Care FAQs
Does the Lunalilo Home Residential Care program admit persons of all ancestries?
Yes. Our Residential Care program admits persons of Hawaiian and non-Hawaiian ancestry, while maintaining its commitment to subsidize Native Hawaiians who are unable to pay for their residence at its adult residential care home, to the extent allowed by available funds or resources.
Does the Lunalilo Home Residential Care program accept Medicare and Medicaid?
Our Residential Care program does not participate in Medicaid or Medicare at this time; however, our residents may utilize Medicare and Medicaid as well as other health insurance for their medical needs.
Is there a waiting list for admission to the King Lunalilo Trust Residential Care program?
The waiting list for admission to our Residential Care program fluctuates as accommodations become available. Please contact the Admissions Office at (808) 395-1000 ext. 224 or admissions@lunalilo.org for information on the current waiting list.
Can the Lunalilo Home Residential Care program accommodate residents with dementia?
While Lunalilo Home is not a memory care facility, we do provide care to residents with dementia.
What determines an applicant’s Level of Care (LOC)?
Residential Care rates are based, in part, on a resident’s degree of need and amount of services necessary to meet those needs. A Level of Care (LOC) evaluation is performed by an applicant’s Primary Care Physician (PCP) prior to admission and periodically thereafter to determine the degree of services needed. Factors taken into consideration when determining the resident’s LOC are:
Primary Care Physician’s completion of Hawai‘i State LOC Form OHCA ARCH N2
Functional status
Ability to manage daily routines
Medical/health condition, and whether chronic or severe
Behavior, and the need for monitoring and/or management
Frequency of contact by licensed professionals
For more information, see the How to Apply sections of our Residential Care and Respite Care pages.
Adult Day Center FAQs
What is the difference between adult day care and adult day health?
The difference between adult day care (ADC) and adult day health (ADH) is the level of care that the day care provides. In our Adult Day Centers, we offer adult day care, where the level of care is minimal with mostly stand-by assistance. An ADC’s focus is based on a social model that promotes being active through various activities. Adult day health provides services for a higher level of care.
What is the time commitment for the Adult Day Center program?
The initial commitment to enroll in our Adult Day Center is one month. Two weeks notice is required to discontinue services.
What is the minimum number of days per week required for enrollment?
Clients are required to sign up for a minimum of two (2) days per week.
What are the requirements for enrollment?
To eligible for adult day care, kūpuna must meet the following requirements:
Kūpuna must be continent.
Kūpuna must not have unmanageable psychiatric or behavioral conditions, such as wandering or elopement.
Kūpuna must have an annual physical examination with tuberculosis (TB) clearance.
For more information, see the How to Apply section of our Adult Day Center page.
Meals to Go FAQs
Who is the program for?
Meals-to-Go is ideal for:
Seniors living independently
Individuals recovering from surgery, chemo, or illness
Homebound kūpuna or disabled individuals
Anyone who wants convenient, nutritious, local-style meals
What areas do you deliver to?
Our Meals-to-Go home-delivery service is available Monday through Saturday (including holidays) in the following zip codes:
96825 – Hawai‘i Kai
96821 – ʻĀina Haina, Niu Valley, and surrounding areas
What does each meal include?
A hot entrée, fresh fruit or dessert, a cold salad, and a beverage (milk or juice).
What special diets can you accommodate?
We can prepare meals based on your provider’s Diet Order. Available options include:
Modified diets: Regular, No Added Salt (NAS), Heart-Healthy, and No Concentrated Sweets (NCS).
Texture diets: Pureed, Minced & Moist, Chopped, Soft, or Regular texture.
Liquid modifications: Thin, Nectar-thick, Honey-thick, and Pudding-thick.
We can also adjust meals to avoid specific allergies.