About Pulama Ola Kaua‘i

A place to heal, stabilize, and reclaim dignity

For many people on Kauaʻi, a hospital stay is only the beginning of the healing journey. When someone is medically fragile — but not sick enough to stay admitted — returning to the streets, a car, or an unsafe living situation can quickly undo the progress they’ve made.

Pūlama Ola Kauaʻi provides short-term medical respite for adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability who are recovering from illness, injury, or hospitalization. In partnership with local healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations, we offer a safe, supportive setting where people can heal while connecting to the resources they need for long-term stability.

Our name — Pūlama Ola — reflects our purpose:
to nurture life, restore health, and care for each person with dignity and aloha.

What Medical Respite Provides:

At Pūlama Ola Kauaʻi, guests receive coordinated, wrap-around support designed to promote recovery and stability.

Health & Healing

  • A safe, clean place to rest and recover

  • Medication support and health monitoring

  • Care coordination with hospitals, clinics, and primary care providers

  • Transportation to essential medical appointments

Daily Stability

  • Nutritious meals

  • Hygiene, showers, laundry, and basic supplies

  • Case management and goal-setting

  • Help obtaining identification, benefits, and insurance when appropriate

Pathways Forward

  • Connection to behavioral health and substance use services

  • Housing navigation and placement support

  • Referral to employment and supportive programs

  • Warm handoffs to community partners across Kauaʻi

Our team walks alongside each guest — making sure they are seen, heard, and supported.

Referrals

We accept referrals from hospitals, clinics, case managers, shelters, and community partners across Kauaʻi.

Download the referral form below and email to kauhale@projectvisionhawaii.org

If you have questions or would like to consult on a potential referral, please contact our team:

  • Email: kauhale@projectvisionhawaii.org

  • Phone: (808) 201-3937

Referral Form

Why Medical Respite Matters

Without a safe place to recover, people are more likely to:

  • Return to the emergency room

  • Experience complications or infections

  • Lose medications and follow-up care

  • Remain trapped in cycles of homelessness and poor health

Medical respite reduces hospital stays and costs, improves outcomes, and helps people transition toward stability — while treating every person with compassion and respect.

For hospitals and providers, Pūlama Ola Kauaʻi is a trusted partner — helping ensure patients are discharged safely with continued care.

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