Holiday Kalama Heights is an independent senior living community situated in Kihei, Hawaii. The facility offers independent living services for older adults, with an emphasis on providing residents with daily meals, housekeeping, complimentary transportation, and a variety of social activities. The community is noted for its appealing location, offering access to ocean and mountain views, as well as amenities such as a swimming pool, garden areas, and exercise rooms. Although there is mention of assisted-living and senior-living services in some descriptions, Holiday Kalama Heights does not provide on-site assisted living or memory care services. Nursing and personal care, if needed, are available through contracted providers rather than in-house staff.
The care and wellness offerings at Kalama Heights focus on supporting an active and engaging lifestyle for residents. Organized clubs and community groups provide opportunities for socializing, recreational interests, and developing new friendships. Fitness programs are part of the scheduled activities, ranging from instructor-led exercise classes to group physical therapy, accommodating a variety of ability levels. Onsite amenities include a barber and beauty salon available to all residents. The primary language used within the community is English, with some staff able to accommodate Spanish-speaking residents as well. While the facility itself does not directly provide hands-on assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, or toileting, residents who require these services may arrange for third-party, contracted caregivers to assist with activities of daily living as needed.
Transportation at Holiday Kalama Heights is available as a complimentary service for both medical and non-medical purposes. The community provides scheduled rides to medical appointments, shopping destinations, social outings, and other activities, facilitating access to local services and events without the need for resident-owned vehicles.
Reviews from residents and families highlight the facility’s welcoming environment, with staff known for their friendliness and willingness to support individual resident needs. Many residents appreciate the robust schedule of social activities, cleanliness and comfort of accommodations, and efforts to accommodate mobility-related needs. However, some families and residents have expressed concerns regarding administrative responsiveness, communication, food quality, and maintenance issues. Contracted nursing and care services mean that medical support is not always immediately available on-site, which may be a consideration for residents with higher care needs. Despite these operational challenges, the majority of residents cite a high level of satisfaction with the community’s amenities and the supportive atmosphere fostered by staff. As of June 2024, no major changes in care or service offerings have been reported for Holiday Kalama Heights.
Costs at this community start at $3,439 and range up to $10,038. The average price in the community is $6,878, which is less than the average price in the area of $7,293. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
