Hale Kupuna Heritage Home - Ohana Pacific Health

04/25/2026

Happy Aloha Friday! We started April by celebrating our amazing staff and their Years of Excellence in Service! From 3+ years of dedication, these honorees are more than colleagues. They are our friends and our ohana (family).

A big shout out and mahalo for your continued commitment to caring for others. You make a difference every single day at Hale Kūpuna, Ohana Pacific Health.

📢 Congrats to you all! 🙌🏽
🌟 Bagcal, Joselle
🌟 Galicinao, Lo**ta

The way you folks show up with heart, care, and aloha every day. That’s what healthcare is all about. 💯 We truly appreciate all you do for our residents and each other.

04/20/2026

📢 We’re seeking for the next 2027 cohort for our CNA to LPN Bridge Program! Interested in starting your health care career with us?

👉Join us on Wednesday, April 22, 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. to learn about Ohana Pacific Health’s fully sponsored 12-month CNA to LPN Bridge Program. 🩺 🏥

Drop in anytime during the session to:
⚡️ Learn about the program
⚡️ Review employment and school requirements
⚡️ Find out how you can become a nurse while working as a CNA

Take the next step in your nursing career! We hope to see you there! Learn more about the Program: ohanapacific.com/bridge


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04/17/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who came out to the 2026 Hiring Event in Kaua‘i, hosted by the State of Hawai'i Department of Labor & Industrial Relations at the Veterans Memorial Center in Līhuʻe.

🤙 Mahalo to Claire Hashimoto for representing Ohana Pacific Health and Joel Smith, Administrator of Hale Kūpuna Heritage Home, for highlighting the career opportunities, development programs, and essential services we provide as Kauaʻi’s long-term care provider!

😎 It was a nice and sunny day talking story, connecting with our Kaua‘i community and meeting lots of different people! We’re excited about the potential applicants we met and can’t wait to follow up soon.

Ready to join our team? Check us out at ohanapacific.com/careers

04/15/2026

👋🏽 Meet Joel, Administrator for Hale Kūpuna Heritage Home.

We believe real care comes straight from the heart and spirit of aloha. For over 28 years working alongside those facing health challenges and walking the road to recovery, Joel has come to understand what truly matters; showing up with aloha, kindness, and with a genuine heart to serve.

We bring the spirit of aloha into everything we do. Rooted in compassion, patience, and respect for every kūpuna we serve.

Mahalo to Joel and the staff! 🤙 Commitment like this shows up every day. Heart first, always. 🤍

📸 Photo 1: Left to right - Michelle G., Aiyana L.-L., Theresa B., Sweetie T., Julie F., and Joel S.

03/10/2026

✨ Major shoutout to our amazing team at Hale Kūpuna Heritage Home! Congrats to our CNA Preceptor grads! 🎉

In January 2026, our incredible CNAs leveled up by completing the CNA Level II Preceptor Development Program.👏

Congratulations to:
🌟 Florida
🌟 Catherine
🌟 Eden
🌟 Michelle (CD/IP)
🌟 Xiani
🌟 Kyrie
🌟 Kaylee-ann

Our dedicated and hard working CNAs are stepping into leadership, mentoring the next generation of CNAs, and continuing to raise the bar for resident care. 💪💙

Your dedication, compassion, and leadership make a huge difference for our kūpuna and our Hale Kūpuna ʻohana. Mahalo! 👏🌺

Learn more about the program: https://www.ohanapacific.com/post/growing-the-next-generation-of-certified-nurse-aide-leaders

02/28/2026

💪 Simple, safe exercises can help you stay strong, steady, and independent longer.

✅ Build strength: Chair squats, leg lifts, and wall push-ups support everyday movements.
✅ Improve balance: Heel-to-toe walks, toe stands, or marching in place help prevent falls.
✅ Stay flexible: Gentle stretches ease stiffness and keep joints moving.
✅ Boost endurance: Walking, seated marches, or biking support heart and lung health.

🐌 🏁 Start slow, use support, and check with your doctor or Physical Therapist for guidance. It’s never too late to build strength and confidence at home. ♥️

02/27/2026

Woohoo! Julie Favret, our Director of Nursing at Hale Kūpuna Heritage Home, proudly represented our kūpuna at the 49th Annual Waimea Town Celebration Fun Run (10k) in Kauaʻi! 💙🏃‍♀️ Strong steps for a strong community! Mahalo, Julie! 🌺👏

📸 Photo 1: Julie (left) ran alongside Xiani M. (right), our CNA II at Hale Kūpuna! Mahalo! 👏

01/30/2026

✨ Every champion in healthcare leaves a legacy that resonates through generations. Meet our 2025 Ohana Champion, Connie R., Maintenance Manager! 💕 As a humble Maintenance Manager, Connie always sees how critical it is to ensure our facility provides comfort and safety. 🫶 Mahalo, Connie, for your commitment, dedication, and compassion to improving the lives of our kūpuna, residents, and the Kauaʻi community.

🎥 Watch and learn more what Connie does for Hale Kūpuna: https://youtu.be/V5RJ7BpBrE8

Ohana Pacific Health

Connie Rita is the Maintenance Manager at Hale Kūpuna Heritage Home. She fulfills our mission, “Caring for Kūpuna,” by going above and beyond the call of dut...

12/19/2025

🎄✨ Celebrating Our Ohana ✨🎄

We were honored to celebrate our incredible employees at the annual OPH O’ahu Christmas party! From delicious food and dancing to games, contests, and amazing prizes, the evening was filled with laughter, gratitude, and plenty of holiday cheer.

A special highlight of the celebration was recognizing Ohana Pacific Health’s 2025 Ohana Champion, a team member who was nominated and voted by their peers for consistently going above and beyond the call of duty. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment truly reflect the heart of our Ohana.

Big congratulations to, 2025 Ohana Champion, Connie Rita, Maintenance Manager at Hale Kūpuna Heritage Home!! She is known to always go above and beyond, and she even helped organize the beautiful decorations at the Christmas party.

Mahalo to all our team members for the care you provide and the heart you bring to our community every day. We are so grateful for you. 💙

12/08/2025

The Kauaʻi Nursing & Kūpuna Scholarship is open! Applications are open to Kauaʻi residents who are pursuing education in nurse aide and nursing fields. Rolling applications are accepted through May 2026! Apple now: https://forms.gle/DAfJ9vD5YW1P2bdV9

Ohana Pacific Health | Kauaʻi Economic Development Board

10/08/2025

📢 Ohana Pacific Health CNAs: Ready to become an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)? Apply now for the CNA to LPN Bridge Program! 🎓 Earn your PN certificate in just ⚡12 months with 100% tuition covered for OPH employees. Deadline to apply is Oct. 15, 4 p.m. HST.

👉 Learn more & apply here: https://maui.hawaii.edu/cna-to-pn-bridge-program/

09/16/2025

✨ Happy Environmental Services Week! 🎉 Let's take a moment to appreciate our amazing EVS Team! You work tirelessly to maintain a clean, safe environment at Hale Kūpuna! Your dedication makes all the difference! 💚 🙌 Thank you for keeping our spaces clean, safe, and a healthy community!

📸 Photo 1 (left to right): Judy Y., Marilyn L., Nora P.
📸 Photo 2: Lo**ta G., Nora P., Marilyn L., Wilma L.