Hawai‘i Care Choices, formerly Hospice of Hilo

Hawai‘i Care Choices, formerly Hospice of Hilo Hawai‘i Care Choices, formerly Hospice of Hilo, works to improve the lives of those we touch by of

Hospice of Hilo is non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate, quality care to serious and terminally-ill patients through support, counseling and education to our East Hawai‘i Community. We envision a community where everyone is touched by compassionate care, finding comfort and peace in a time of need. Hospice of Hilo brings together the support services of physicians, nurses,

social workers, spiritual and grief counselors and trained volunteers to provide care focused on the whole person: body, mind and spirit. Hospice of Hilo provides care for patients in East Hawai‘i spanning Laupāhoehoe to South Point, Ka‘ū. We are a private, non-profit agency, governed by a 15-member board of directors from the East Hawai‘i community. Hospice of Hilo is a member agency of the Hawaii Island United way and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.

04/14/2026

“What is going on?!” Is what she is thinking 🤣

She is the sweetest because we have so much going on and I know these 40 seconds were stressful!

🫂Expansion of Palliative Care services to North Hawai’i in partnership with North Hawaii Hospice

🦋Celebration of Life on May 24th for all those in our community navigating the loss of a loved one.

👷Renovations on our offices to improve the spaces for our clinical staff

And so much more!

Mahalo Brenda Ho for taking a break with us… now back to work!

04/08/2026

This is the best👏🏽💪🏽

When families call or come in and we get to help and talk story about what you need most.

Mahalo for trusting us🥹🫶🏽

03/30/2026

Period.

Being a non-profit in the healthcare space isn’t something we take for granted. We sit at the intersection of community and care, and that kuleana means everything to us.

Partnering with lets us bring the services we’ve spent decades building to more community beyond our East Hawaiʻi districts. More families. More access. More support where it’s needed.

To everyone who has trusted us and walked alongside us, mahalo. This is for you.

03/11/2026

THATS WHAT CALCULATORS WERE INVENTED FOR🤣🤯

Sometimes you just gotta✊🏽 and we get it! double checks all the time 👀

When you are facing serious illness or the loss of a loved one, knowing what to expect can make all the difference. Take the time to learn, ask questions, and understand the path forward.

We want to be a resource and a way to double check if you have what you need throughout the process.

We can be your calculator! We were invented to help you🤍

If you are ready for some kōkua, call us we’re ready to be on this journey with you🥹

02/26/2026

Sometimes we have to be brave and do the hard things! 💪

Our team takes on new challenges all the time and we fully understand that sometimes you don’t always know what to do next. We’re so excited for this new expansion of services to and we will bring our best.

We also know that stepping out of your normal is hard. Reaching out for help when things are scary is hard. Trusting new people is hard. But you are amazing, and we know that reaching out for support with a serious illness is the first step to having a team of people with you to help remind you how amazing you are when things get hard again.

We are with you. 🤙

What is this trend?

This is that iconic Barbie audio where Ken is hovering and Barbie needs her space. Our staff recreated the scene in the HCC office, and honestly? The comedic timing is chef’s kiss. But here’s what it really shows: how tight we are as a team and how much we care about getting this expansion right. Because you deserve our best, and we’re committed to bringing it.

02/10/2026

Trust is everything when it comes to caring for our kūpuna and loved ones.

When someone recommends Hawaii Care Choices, know that we’re committed to providing the highest quality hospice care with aloha at the center of everything we do.

Your ʻohana deserves compassionate support. We’re honored to serve our Hilo community.

📞 (808) 969-1733
🌺 www.hawaiicarechoices.org

EndOfLifeJourney TrustTheCare

01/28/2026

We get it. Caring for someone you love is one of the most beautiful, challenging journeys you’ll ever take. But here’s what we wish more families knew: you don’t have to wait until you’re burnt out to call us.

The moment you receive that serious diagnosis or illness news for your kupuna (or yourself), that’s when we want to hear from you. Not when you’ve exhausted every option. Not when you’re running on empty. Not when crisis mode has become your new normal.

Here’s why early connection matters:

We help you understand what’s coming so you can plan ahead instead of react in crisis. We connect you with resources and support systems before you desperately need them. We guide families through difficult conversations about care wishes while everyone still has the emotional capacity to really listen. We provide education on what to expect so the journey feels less scary and more manageable. We help coordinate care early, preventing that overwhelming feeling of trying to do everything alone.

Hawaii Care Choices is here for the entire journey, not just the final chapter. We’re here to walk alongside you, support your family, and ensure your kupuna receives compassionate, culturally grounded care that honors their life and legacy.
You don’t have to carry this alone. You don’t have to wait until breaking point. Call us early. Let us help you create a care plan that supports everyone, kupuna and ohana alike.

Because the best time to call us? The moment you realize you might need us. 💚

Hawaii Care Choices: Here for you, every step of the way.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​🫶🏽🥹

01/13/2026

It’s week 2 of 2026 and while our team is jammin’ and getting things done, we’re also in full gratitude mode.

As we look ahead to the year in front of us, we can’t help but pause and look around at what we’ve built together. Every step forward is rooted in the strength, heart, and dedication of this team.

Whether you’re navigating a serious illness yourself or receiving hospice services for a loved one, know that our team is here with you. Because of these incredible hammahs, we’re able to grow, expand our services, and continue showing up for our community in meaningful ways.

More info coming soon 👀

Until then, mahalo to our wonderful Hawaii Care Choices Hammahz 🔨💙

01/07/2026

Did you know our Aloha Mau newsletter is out now?! Of course you did!

Mahalo for the amazing response so far to our new look and format🥹 we are so grateful you have taken the time to read and cnnect with the stories of our community🫶🏽

If you haven’t yet head to our website to learn more!

01/05/2026

This is what our staff look like when they get a call from you 🤍

It is not easy to reach out for help and support when things are difficult and feel overwhelming. So when you call us this is how we are!

You deserve the world🌎

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1011 Waianuenue Avenue
Hilo, HI
96720

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