We can't afford care. What do I do?

Senior care can be quite expensive to pay for out-of-pocket, especially if someone does not have long-term care insurance or significant retirement savings. Here are a few resources to find assistance:

• The State Kupuna Care Program

  The State Kupuna Care Program provides services intended to help older adults live independently in the community, safely and healthily, for as long as possible. These services may include Adult Day Care, Assisted Transportation, Attendant Care, Case Management, Chore services, Home Delivered Meals, Homemaker, Transportation, and Personal Care. This program is administered by the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA). Call: (808) 643-ADRC (808-643-2372) or TTY (808) 643-0889 and your call will be directed to your local AAA based on the county you are calling from.

• Medicaid

  Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that provides health coverage and long term services and supports for some people with limited income and resources. The Medicaid program in Hawaiʻi is called Med-QUEST. These are the Long-Term Services and Supports that Med-QUEST may provide to members who qualify and meet appropriate level of care. Click here to get started on your application. This website has a quick Pre-Assessment to find out if you could qualify.

  • If interested in Medicaid Financial Consulting, this resource may be helpful: https://scottgardnerco.com/