Makamae House

08/23/2021

Taking a few extra minutes today to exercise, eat mindfully, or spend extra time with family or friends can greatly increase longevity and overall quality of life. So take your time, it’s worth it!

08/17/2021

Aging as part of a supportive community and family system allows individuals to maintain their spirit, live out their dreams, and maybe even create some new ones 🌈

08/17/2021

‘Iolani School celebrated becoming the first school in the U.S. to achieve Blue Zones Project® certified worksite status on Tuesday, April 6. Blue Zones creates health and wellness programs that fo…

08/02/2021

Number 9 of the Blue Zone Power 9: Right Tribe. A tribe is a social circle that supports healthy behaviors and allows you to be the best version of you. Makamae House provides opportunities for active seniors to connect over meals, exercise, while attending church service, or just talking story around our lush open campus.

08/02/2021

A few simple lifestyle changes may add many more happy years to your life.

It's "extremely likely" for people to live past 120 years old in this century, says a new study from University of Washington. That means someone alive today could make it past 120.

07/12/2021

As we age, we may not always be able to remain in our familiar, physical home, but that doesn’t mean we have to leave behind the FEELING of home.

At Makamae House, we aim to create a new (or additional) home for our residents that can address their evolving needs and recreate the sense of community, security, and HOME that everyone needs.

07/05/2021

This collection of gifts and letters demonstrates the outpouring of love and support that my own mother received from her group of friends or moai. This group is largely responsible for her excellent quality of life during her final years, despite being diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. I extend my deepest gratitude to this community for all their support, and I know that my mother felt the same ❤

Family support and community connection are so important as we age, especially when dealing with changing physical or mental states, or in my mother's case, difficult diagnoses. At Makamae House, we aim to provide aging individuals with a community consisting of both staff and other residents that will support each other through joyful as well as challenging times.

07/01/2021

Proponents of the Blue Zone diet recommend eating about two handfuls or 2 oz. of nuts per day. As for the type? It’s almonds in Ikaria and Sardinia, pistachios in Nicoya, and all varieties for the Adventists in Loma Linda.

At Makamae House diet and nutrition are integral components of our program. We integrate a variety of local and international foods exclusively prepared by a Blue Zone certified chef to make sure that our residents are receiving the highest quality (and most delicious!) food available in Hilo, Hawaii.

06/29/2021

Join us in celebrating!

"The East Hawaii and North Hawaii communities on Hawaii Island celebrated becoming named Certified Blue Zones Communities® Saturday, joining only 13 other communities with the designation across the country."

06/14/2021

Ikigai. The word consists of “iki” meaning “to live” and “gai” meaning “reason.” This concept is another that is near and dear to us and very much in line with the a Blue Zone lifestyle. In particular, the idea that finding ones meaning and purpose can greatly contribute to longevity and overall contentment. It’s not too late to start living the life you want to lead.

06/01/2021

Sure, the Blue Zone lifestyle promotes movement and exercise, but it also values connection and community. Maintaining close relationships with family and friends while continuing to build new ones contributes greatly to longevity and overall happiness as we age.

At Makamae House we aim to provide a warm and welcoming environment where seniors can live independently, but as part of a larger community of like-minded individuals who are interested in thriving and leading long, healthy lives.

05/17/2021

As plans continue to unfold for the opening of Makamae House in early 2022, we are excited to connect with local universities and students who may serve as volunteers with us.

Intergenerational learning and exchange is so important in Hawaiian culture and is also in line with Blue Zone living principles.