It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Oahu, HI is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“After years of refusing In-home Care due to cost, My dad finally agreed to try”
“I am a current client of this provider They help me out a lot. I have good”
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“Tyler and his team are great! Love working with them.”
“After hiring the services of Always Best Care for approximately 70 consecutive days, I wanted”
“Always Best Care Senior Services have helped me in caring for my uncle while I”
“The new care we have is the best one I could ever ask for!! ”
“The worker was professional,,caring and punctual.”
“The new care we have is the best one I could ever ask for!! ”
“My aunt has been living in a nursing home for the last five years. In”
“Highly skilled, reliable and loving caregivers. They are the only agency to provide consistent care”
“We feel very blessed to have found Always Best Care! Tyler and his staff are”
“We feel very blessed to have found Always Best Care! Tyler and his staff are”
“Thank you Always Best Care for being a trusted parter with our transportation company. Looking”
“Thank you Always Best Care for being a trusted parter with our transportation company. Looking”
“I am a current client of this provider She will clean and she cooks. I like that”
“I am a current client of this provider She will clean and she cooks. I like that”
“Best home care agency so far! My dad is a was veteran who has been”
“Always Best Care has been caring for my husband for almost a year now. The”
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“Staff was very professional and considerate of my needs. Response time and answering my questions”
“The best professional service!!!!”
“I love how office workers are reachable, friendly & helpful. I would love to get a service for them in the future. I worked here as a NA for almost 6 months already and this is the best agency out of 4 agencies I been to. They have a very efficient schedule, good team work, and appreciates or value their workers. I’m proud to say I’m part of this team.”
“After years of refusing In-home Care due to cost, My dad finally agreed to try Always Best Care to take him to see his doctors. At 95, my dad is not an easy person to get along with let alone for a stranger to be with him for a few hours and transporting him, with his walker, to and from the hospital. My dad just called and he is thrilled with his caretaker Madeleine for her kind attitude and helpfulness. I'm relieved that he has found a trusted person that can take him to see his doctors. I began talking to Ernel, the manager, about two months ago regarding this type of service for my dad and we stayed in touch. Ernel was always friendly and professional and was able to get Madeleine for my dad in very short notice. Tita, the administrator, followed up with all the contracts and statements and I'm now enrolled into their online system. Overall, the 5 star rating is well deserved. Aging is not fun. Watching my dad struggle with his daily routine is difficult. Having good people around like Always Best makes it a bit easier for the both of us. Thank you.”
“I am a current client of this provider They help me out a lot. I have good service from them that improves my health.”
“I am a current client of this provider With my dad's everyday needs, especially bathing they have helped. They are easy to work with, get ahold of, and communicate with us well. The people they sent have been good.”
“Tyler and his team are great! Love working with them.”
“After hiring the services of Always Best Care for approximately 70 consecutive days, I wanted to give the company a detailed review. I can honestly say I unequivocally and without hesitation, would recommend Always Best Care as a home health care agency. A vast majority of the caregivers are very conscientious and punctual. The company keeps our family very well informed via their "Family Room" function on their website. The administration and office staff are very thorough and meticulous. Special recognition to office staff (Marina, Abby, and Tita). A+++ company!!!!”
“Always Best Care Senior Services have helped me in caring for my uncle while I get more time to do my other affairs. I know he is in the best care and really appreciate their services.”
“The new care we have is the best one I could ever ask for!! She cares so much for my husband and is always there when he needs her to be. She is truly a angel that was sent to me by your company and I thank you so much for hiring her!! Aloha Jeff & Freda Pohaku”
“The worker was professional,,caring and punctual.”
“The new care we have is the best one I could ever ask for!! She cares so much for my husband and is always there when he needs her to be. She is truly a angel that was sent to me by your company and I thank you so much for hiring her!! Aloha Jeff & Freda Pohaku”
“My aunt has been living in a nursing home for the last five years. In the last year however, we have seen her health and cognitive abilities slowly decline. A social worker asked us to seek extra help from a home care agency to provide additional caregivers due to her growing needs. They provided our family with some options, but in the end, highly recommended Always Best Care. We asked other residents in the facility who were also using ABC, and they too recommended the agency . My aunt has been so pleased with her caregivers and we appreciate the entire staff at ABC. Their communication is outstanding, caregivers are compassionate and reliable and they always go out of their way to accommodate our changing needs. I highly recommend Always Best Care.”
“Highly skilled, reliable and loving caregivers. They are the only agency to provide consistent care for my dad who is receiving VA benefits.”
“We feel very blessed to have found Always Best Care! Tyler and his staff are very helpful, caring and pleasant to work with. I love that they can be reached 24/7 and are quick to find a caregiver for my sweet 90 year old mother, even at the last minute! True to their name, they always give their best care! I highly recommend you check them out! ????”
“We feel very blessed to have found Always Best Care! Tyler and his staff are very helpful, caring and pleasant to work with. I love that they can be reached 24/7 and are quick to find a caregiver for my sweet 90 year old mother, even at the last minute! True to their name, they always give their best care! I highly recommend you check them out! ????”
“Thank you Always Best Care for being a trusted parter with our transportation company. Looking forward to working with you and the wonderful team at ABC in the many years to come.”
“Thank you Always Best Care for being a trusted parter with our transportation company. Looking forward to working with you and the wonderful team at ABC in the many years to come.”
“I am a current client of this provider She will clean and she cooks. I like that the caregiver is on time and she completes her job.”
“I am a current client of this provider She will clean and she cooks. I like that the caregiver is on time and she completes her job.”
“Best home care agency so far! My dad is a was veteran who has been receiving in home care for awhile now. Our past experiences with other agencies have always been inconsistent. It's been difficult finding an agency who can provide experienced and reliable caregivers. However, the VA introduced us to Always Best Care about 6 months ago. Since then, we have been so pleased with the services they've provided. The office staff are so accessible and easy to talk to and the caregivers are second to none. They really enjoy their work and love working for the company. This really says a lot about ABC as a company, who treats their employees well. We feel safe and in good hands.”
“Always Best Care has been caring for my husband for almost a year now. The caregivers are so companionate, respectful and extremely reliable. The office staff are wonderful to work with. They stay in constant communication with my family and are always willing to go above and beyond what they are required to do. I recommended ABC to many of my friends and family members. Thank you!”
“I highly recommend Always Best Care. When we needed their service, Marcus was able to get us set up right away. Their caregivers provide my mom with excellent care. They help her with task around the house, meal prep, exercise, etc. Their staff is very friendly and accommodating. My mom looks forward to seeing them every day. I know my mom is good hands with Always Best Care.”
“Staff was very professional and considerate of my needs. Response time and answering my questions was timely. The services are very affordable. I recommend you contact them at the earliest opportunity to get a medical professional assigned to you & confirmed. I had no issues with them here.”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local La Mer or visit Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Oahu, HI, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Oahu, HI understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Oahu, HI 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
UPDATE: 9 p.m.The flood advisories for Maui and Hawaii island have expired.The National Weather Service said that Hawaii’s rainy weather of the last two days will give way to more typical tradewind weather by the end of the weekLocally heavy showers and a few thunderstorms are possible with most shower activity over the coastal waters through early Wednesday morning, the weather service said.“Light to gentle tradewinds will gradually return Wednesday, providing a hybri...
UPDATE: 9 p.m.
The flood advisories for Maui and Hawaii island have expired.
The National Weather Service said that Hawaii’s rainy weather of the last two days will give way to more typical tradewind weather by the end of the week
Locally heavy showers and a few thunderstorms are possible with most shower activity over the coastal waters through early Wednesday morning, the weather service said.
“Light to gentle tradewinds will gradually return Wednesday, providing a hybrid sea breeze trade wind pattern where leeward and interior areas may still see some clouds build up in the afternoon as well as clouds and showers focusing along windward and mauka areas,” forecasters said. “Typical breezy tradewinds are expected Friday into early next week.”
7:15 p.m.
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The flood advisory for Maui has been extended and a separate advisory has been issued for the west side of Hawaii island as the scattered storms that have doused the islands over the last two days continue to move east.
Both advisories are in effect until 9:15 p.m
The Big Island advisory covers Kailua-Kona, Captain Cook, Waikoloa Village, Honalo,Kainaliu, Kealakekua, Holualoa, Honaunau, Kahaluu-Keauhou, Pohakuloa Training Area, Puuanahulu, Kalaoa, Puako, Kawaihae, Hawaiian Ocean View, Kona International Airport, Waikii, Waikoloa Beach, Mauna Lani and Milolii.
The Maui advisory covers the entire island but National Weather Service forecasters said that some locations that will experience flooding include Kahului, Kihei, Lahaina, Kula, Pukalani, Makawao, Keokea, Haliimaile, Paia, Puunene, Haiku-Pauwela, Wailea, Pauwela, Maalaea, Ulupalakua, Huelo, Makena, Waikapu, Wailuku and Waiehu.
5:29 p.m.
The flood advisory for Maui is now in effect until 9 p.m. today, while the flood advisory for Oahu remains until 7:45 p.m.
“At 5:29 p.m., radar indicated areas of moderate to heavy showers over the slopes of Haleakala. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour, with the heaviest showers over the southern slopes. Additional areas of heavy rain is possible through this evening,” according to the updated advisory.
Some locations that will experience flooding include Kahului, Kihei, Kula, Keokea, Pukalani, Makawao, Haliimaile, Keanae, Kipahulu, Kaupo, Huelo, Haiku-Pauwela, Nahiku, Ulupalakua, Wailea, Pauwela, Paia, Makena, Puunene and Hana.
5:20 p.m.
The flood advisory for Oahu has been extended until 7:45 p.m. while the Molokai advisory has been canceled.
”At 4:33 p.m., radar indicated areas of moderate to heavy showers over downtown Honolulu and east Oahu. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour. Additional areas of heavy rain is possible through this evening,” the updated National Weather Service advisory said.
Maui’s flood advisory is in effect until 6 p.m.
“At 4:35 p.m, radar indicated areas of moderate to heavy showers over the slopes of Haleakala. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour, with the heaviest showers over the southern slopes,” forecasters said.
The Maui advisory covers Kahului, Kihei, Kula, Keokea, Pukalani, Makawao, Haliimaile, Keanae, Kipahulu, Kaupo, Huelo, Haiku-Pauwela, Nahiku,Ulupalakua, Wailea, Pauwela, Paia, Makena, Puunene and Hana.
3:20 p.m.
Maui and Molokai are under flood advisories this afternoon as strong showers expand to the east.
The Maui island advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. “At 2:49 p.m., radar indicated areas of moderate to heavy showers developing over the interior of the island. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour, with the heaviest showers over the slopes of Haleakala., the advisory said.
For Molokai, the advisory is in effect until 5:45 p.m. with heavy showers developing over the interior of the island.
Oahu remains under a flood advisory until 4:45 p.m.
2:40 p.m.
The flood advisory for Oahu has been extended until 4:45 p.m.
“At 1:39 p.m, radar indicated areas of moderate to heavy showers persistently developing east of the Waianae Mountains,” the updated National Weather Service advisory said. “Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour. The heaviest showers are currently over Central Oahu and the Koolau Mountains. Additional areas of heavy rain is possible through this evening.
The advisory includes all of Oahu.
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The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood advisory for Oahu this afternoon with heavy showers hitting parts of the island for the second straight day.
“At 12:31 p.m., radar indicated areas of moderate to heavy showers persistently developing over areas east of the Waianae Mountains,” according to the advisory which is in effect until 3:30 p.m. but may be extended. “With the heavier showers, rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.” Heavy rain is possible through this evening for the island.
The advisory covers Honolulu, Waipio, Waiahole, Waikane, Pearl City, Aiea, Kahaluu, Ahuimanu, Halawa, Mililani, Waikele, Wahiawa, Moanalua, Salt Lake, Kaaawa, Waipahu, Wheeler Field, Kunia, Punaluu and Kalihi.
The “moist, unstable airmass” that has delivered scattered heavy showers to Oahu and Kauai over the last two days is expected to move on from the state by Wednesday, which will see a return of typical tradewind weather into early next week, forecasters said.
In the meantime, there remains a chance of locally heavy showers and possible thunderstorms this afternoon. Most of the showers will be over coastal waters or near the coast tonight, the weather service said.
HILO >> The top two finishers in the 62nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival hula competition were wahine halau.During the awards ceremony following Saturday night’s Group Hula ‘Auana (modern hula) competition, Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela, an Oahu halau under the direction of na kumu hula Kunewa Mook and Kau‘ionalani Kamana‘o, were called for first place in wahine hula kahiko (ancient hula) with 605 points and second place in wahine hula ‘auana with 611 points.Their overall score of 1,216 points ...
HILO >> The top two finishers in the 62nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival hula competition were wahine halau.
During the awards ceremony following Saturday night’s Group Hula ‘Auana (modern hula) competition, Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela, an Oahu halau under the direction of na kumu hula Kunewa Mook and Kau‘ionalani Kamana‘o, were called for first place in wahine hula kahiko (ancient hula) with 605 points and second place in wahine hula ‘auana with 611 points.
Their overall score of 1,216 points gave them both the wahine overall title and the group overall win and the Lokalia Montgomery Perpetual Trophy.
It was a narrow victory, only three points, as Kauai’s Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina‘ala, under the direction of kumu hula Leina‘ala Pavao Jardin scored 1,213 points to earn them first runner-up in both the wahine overall and group overall competition. The Kauai halau also produced 2025’s Miss Aloha Hula, Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao, a 23-year-old registered nurse who is the niece of the kumu.
In third place was the kane overall winners, Oahu’s Halau Na Kamalei No Lililehua, under the direction of kumu hula Robert Cazimero, with 1,205 points.
Cazimero, who also is a beloved singer and musician, is celebrating his 50th year as a kumu hula. At 76, he has said that this will be his last Merrie Monarch Festival hula competition.
Below are the winners and runners-up from the event at Hilo’s Edith Kanaka‘ole Multi-Purpose Stadium:
GROUP OVERALL
1. Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela, na kumu hula Kunewa Mook and Kau‘ionalani Kamana‘o — 1,216 points (wahine)
2. Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina‘ala, kumu hula Leina‘ala Pavao Jardin — 1,213 points (wahine)
3. Halau Na Kamalei O Lililehua, kumu hula Robert Uluwehi Cazimero — 1,205 points (kane)
WAHINE OVERALL
1. Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela, na kumu hula Kunewa Mook and Kau‘ionalani Kamana‘o — 1,216 points
2. Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina‘ala, kumu hula Leina‘ala Pavao Jardin — 1,213 points
3. Halau Hula Ka Lehua Tuahine, kumu hula Ka‘ilihiwa Vaughan-Darval — 1,191 points
KANE OVERALL
1. Halau Na Kamalei O Lililehua, kumu hula Robert Uluwehi Cazimero — 1,205 points
2. Halau Hi‘iakainamakalehua, na kumu hula Robert Keano Ka‘upu IV and Lono Padilla — 1,187 points
3. Halau Kekuaokala‘au‘ala‘iliahi, na kumu hula Haunani and ‘Iliahi Paredes — 1,184 points
WAHINE KAHIKO
1. Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela, na kumu hula Kunewa Mook and Kau‘ionalani Kamana‘o — 605 points
2. Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina‘ala, kumu hula Leina‘ala Pavao Jardin — 598 points
3. Halau Hula Ka Lehua Tuahine, kumu hula Ka‘ilihiwa Vaughan-Darval — 594 points
4. Halau Hi‘iakainamakalehua, na kumu hula Robert Keano Ka‘upu IV and Lono Padilla — 593 points
5. Halau Kekuaokala‘au‘ala‘iliahi, na kumu hula Haunani and ‘Iliahi Paredes — 581 points
KANE KAHIKO
1. Halau Na Kamalei O Lililehua, kumu hula Robert Uluwehi Cazimero — 596 points
2. Halau Hi‘iakainamakalehua, na kumu hula Robert Keano Ka‘upu IV and Lono Padilla — 591 points
3. Halau Kekuaokala‘au‘ala‘iliahi, na kumu hula Haunani and ‘Iliahi Paredes — 587 points
4. Halau I Ka Wekiu, na kumu hula Karl Veto Baker and Michael Lanakila Casupang — 585 points
WAHINE ‘AUANA
1. Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina‘ala, kumu hula Leina‘ala Pavao Jardin — 615 points
2. Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela, na kumu hula Kunewa Mook and Kau‘ionalani Kamana‘o — 605 points
3. Halau Hula O Kauhionamauna, kumu hula Theresa Kauhionamauna Ramento Tehiva — 600 points
4. Halau Hula Ka Lehua Tuahine, kumu hula Ka‘ilihiwa Vaughan-Darval— 597 points (won tie-breaker)
5. Halau Hi‘iakainamakalehua, na kumu hula Robert Keano Ka‘upu IV and Lono Padilla — 597 points
KANE ‘AUANA
1. Halau Na Kamalei O Lililehua, kumu hula Robert Uluwehi Cazimero — 609 points
2. Kawai‘ulaokala, kumu hula Keli‘iho‘omalu Puchalski — 601 points
3. Halau Kekuaokala‘au‘ala‘iliahi, na kumu hula Haunani and ‘Iliahi Paredes — 597 points
4. Halau Hi‘iakainamakalehua, na kumu hula Robert Keano Ka‘upu IV and Lono Padilla — 596 points
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A new victim is stepping forward sharing details of a heated encounter at an Oahu gym with a man dubbed the serial “Tesla Road Rage Driver.”Fearing for her safety, she spoke to Hawaii News Now on the condition of anonymity.She says she was working out at Planet Fitness Kahala on Good Friday when she was threatened by a man she later learned was ...
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A new victim is stepping forward sharing details of a heated encounter at an Oahu gym with a man dubbed the serial “Tesla Road Rage Driver.”
Fearing for her safety, she spoke to Hawaii News Now on the condition of anonymity.
She says she was working out at Planet Fitness Kahala on Good Friday when she was threatened by a man she later learned was Nathaniel Radimak, 38.
“I walked past the machine he was using and he came up behind me and said, ‘Hey do me a favor. Don’t ever --- walk past my machine when I’m using it again.’”
Shocked at what she heard in that moment, which she says was completely unprovoked, the woman stood her ground.
“I’m not one to be spoken to like that, so I just said, ‘Don’t talk to me like that.’ And then he said, ‘You wanna try me ---? I’ll sock you right in your --- face.’”
That’s when she took out her phone to record. As tension quickly mounted, the man then took a swing at the woman, alarming bystanders.
She said he was dangerously close to striking her, but missed.
“It happened so quick. I saw him getting close to me so I was automatically, I guess in defense mode,” she said.
After the run-in, the woman used a screenshot of the video to do an image search of the man. His face was matched with headlines of Nathaniel Radimak, who was convicted in Southern California in a string of road-rage attacks.
He was sentenced to a five-year term, but out on parole after just 10 months.
The 38-year-old then made headlines on Oahu after an assault on May 7 in Kakaako. According to court records, he allegedly assaulted two women who were parallel parking on Halekauwila Street.
“I heard somebody say ‘Slow down’ or ‘Hey!’ I couldn’t really hear it, but that’s what it sounded like,” Guy Martinez of Honolulu Bimmer said.
His security cameras captured the assault.
“A few seconds later, I saw the car make a U-turn and come back and then I saw the guy go across the street and reach into the car. Looked like he punched her,” Martinez said.
On Monday, Radimak appeared in court on unrelated traffic charges.
Following his appearance, he was later charged with three felony offenses for the May 7 attack: first-degree unauthorized entry into a motor vehicle, and two counts of third-degree assault.
As for the woman who shared the frightening Planet Fitness encounter with Radimak, she hopes he will remain locked up.
“I wanted him to be caught and I did not want him to hurt another woman because I knew it was just a matter of time if no one did anything, he was going to do it again,” she said.
Radimak is expected to appear in court on the new felony charges on Thursday. It’s unclear at this point if he will be extradited back to California for possible parole violations.
He remains behind bars with bail set at $100,000.
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Hawaii offers a range of breathtaking landscapes to its residents, from golden beaches and clear blue waters, to the volcanic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and lush forests. And with local cuisines, a relaxed lifestyle, and year-round warm climate, there are plenty of reasons that make Hawaii stand out. If you’ve been living on one of the Hawaiian islands and are ready to buy a home, you also probably have a budget you’d like to stay under. As of April, the ...
Hawaii offers a range of breathtaking landscapes to its residents, from golden beaches and clear blue waters, to the volcanic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and lush forests. And with local cuisines, a relaxed lifestyle, and year-round warm climate, there are plenty of reasons that make Hawaii stand out. If you’ve been living on one of the Hawaiian islands and are ready to buy a home, you also probably have a budget you’d like to stay under. As of April, the median home sale price in Hawaii is $742,600.
Don’t worry if that price doesn’t fit in your budget – we’ve got options to help you find a home that does. Redfin has collected 7 of the most affordable places to live in Hawaii. And the best part is that they all have a median home sale price under $742,600. From Hilo to Honolulu, read on to see what cities you may want to consider moving to.
Median home price: $197,500Average sale price per square foot: $282Median household income: $71,681Waianae, HI homes for saleWaianae, HI apartments for rent
In the first spot is the city of Waianae where the median home sale price is $197,500. Waianae is located along the west side of Oahu, about 32 miles from Honolulu. There is plenty to do in Waianae like spending the day at Pokai Bay Beach or Pokai Beach, enjoying the views from P?ka?? Bay Beach Park, or having a meal near the waterfront.
Median home price: $369,000Average sale price per square foot: $562Median household income: $70,356 Waimalu, HI homes for saleWaimalu, HI apartments for rent
The second city to make our list is Waimalu, located on Oahu. With roughly 13,800 residents in Waimalu, make sure to bike along the Pearl Harbor Bike Trail, check out Neal S. Blaisdell Park, and have an amazing meal at one of the restaurants.
Median home price: $410,000 Average sale price per square foot: $559Median household income: $114,359 Aiea, HI homes for saleAiea, HI apartments for rent
Next up is another well-known city, Aiea, where the median home sale price is about $330K less than the state’s average. Aiea has about 10,400 residents and is a great city to consider buying a house this year. There are lots of activities to do in this city, such as taking in the views at ?Aiea Bay State Recreation Area, hiking the ?Aiea Loop Trail, and checking out the local shops and restaurants, among many other local favorites.
Median home price: $433,000 Average sale price per square foot: $692 Median household income: $70,356 Waipio, HI homes for sale Waipio, HI apartments for rent
Another great affordable place to consider moving to is Waipio, located on Oahu. With 12,100 residents, moving to this affordable city gives you the perks of city-life without living in a major metropolitan area. Living in Waipio, you can visit the nearby Patsy T. Mink Central O?ahu Regional Park.
Median home price: $490,000 Average sale price per square foot: $389 Median household income: $74,741 Hawaiian Paradise Park, HI homes for saleHawaiian Paradise Park, HI apartments for rent
With a median home sale price of $490,000, Hawaiian Paradise Park takes the fifth spot on our list as the most affordable place to live in Hawaii. Located on the island of Hawaii, Hawaiian Paradise Park is home to roughly 14,900 residents. Living in Hawaiian Paradise Park, you can hike along Paradise Cliffs, take in the views at Maku?u Point, and visit Haena Beach.
Median home price: $525,000Average sale price per square foot: $719 Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $3,694 Median household income: $92,600 Honolulu, HI homes for saleHonolulu, HI apartments for rent
The next city on our list of affordable places to live in Hawaii is none other than Honolulu. With a population of nearly 350,900, living in Honolulu is a great option for those looking for a bigger city to live in. Don’t miss out on visiting the iconic Waikiki Beach to see the sparkling water and golden sands, hiking to the top of Diamond Head, taking a tour of Iolani Palace, and exploring the local shops, restaurants, and sites in downtown Honolulu once moving here.
>> Read: Popular Honolulu, HI, Neighborhoods to Live in
Median home price: $530,000Average sale price per square foot: $432Median household income: $70,356 Hilo, HI homes for saleHilo, HI apartments for rent
Claiming the seventh spot, our final affordable city to live in Hawaii is Hilo, on the east side of the Big Island, Hawaii. When living in this city of 44,200 people, you can explore the Lili?uokalani Gardens and spend the afternoon at Hilo Bayfront Beach Park. Make sure to check out the local produce and vendors at the Hilo Farmers Market and hike through Wailuku River State Park to Rainbow Falls.
Methodology: All cities must have over 10,000 residents per the US Census and have a median home sale price under the average median home sale price in Hawaii. Median home sale price and median sale price per square foot from the Redfin Data Center during April 2025. Average rental data from Rent.com April 2025. Population and median household income data sourced from the United States Census Bureau.
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