GHHI

Hawaii

Group Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance, State Licensing Section

License: Adult Residential Care Home (ARCH)

Key Requirements & Qualifications

8 items
  • 1

    Resident of Hawaii

  • 2

    At least 21 years of age

  • 3

    At least a nurse aide

  • 4

    Home/facility meets HAR Title 11 Chapter 100.1

  • 5

    Completed department-approved ARCH training

  • 6

    One year experience providing direct nurse aide care

  • 7

    Knowledge of resident care social model

  • 8

    Proficient in English to comply with program objectives

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

Haw. Code R. tit. 11, subtit. 1, ch. 100.1View Official Text

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Official State Resource

Visit the official state government website to access current application forms, full regulatory text, and contact information for the licensing agency.

Open Official Website

https://health.hawaii.gov/ohca/state-licensing-section/

Fees & Costs

$225 (Licensure and Certification Renewal Fee for Adult Residential Care Home Type I and Type II)

Getting Started Checklist

Research state-specific requirements
Contact the licensing agency
Complete required training/education
Pass background checks
Secure appropriate facility/location
Obtain liability insurance
Submit license application
Pass facility inspection

Important Notice

Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the state licensing agency before submitting applications. This information is for educational purposes only.