HI HR35

Requests the Executive Office of Aging to conduct a study on the adequacy of elder care services on Molokai, Lanai, and East Maui.

Directs the study to investigate how to provide and finance long-term care services including skilled nursing facilities, adult residential care homes, assisted living facilities, and in-home elder care, considering best practices.

Requires the Executive Office of Aging to submit a report with findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the start of the 2024 Regular Session.

Addresses concerns that rural neighbor islands lack adequate senior care facilities and services to meet the needs of their growing elderly populations.