About Us
About Us
A New Approach To Elder Care
Caring for a loved one is a beautiful act of love, but it can also be exhausting and isolating. That’s why for Eme, the Caregiver is the focus.
While your family member may be receiving care from you, the truth is that you deserve care and support, too. Eme is here to help you navigate the many challenges that come with caring for your aging family and loved ones, through a safe and nurturing environment.
Whether you are managing daily responsibilities, facing tough care planning decisions, or just feeling burned out, Eme’s Care Counseling services are designed to strengthen your resilience, improve your emotional well-being, and ensure you’re not walking your caregiving journey alone. Because when you’re supported, your entire Ohana benefits as well!
Meet Emelyn Kim
Aloha! As the owner of Elder Care 808. I am a dedicated advocate for Hawaii’s kupuna.
With more than 20 years of professional experience in elder care, I believe I fill a critical need for support and counseling services for families caring for aging loved ones, as well as kupuna who
are preparing for retirement.
I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Hawaii and went to San Francisco State University to earn my Master of Science degree in Gerontological Counseling. After returning to Oahu in 2007, I established Elder Care 808 to provide comprehensive support and counseling for caregivers and families. I like to say that my approach is rooted and influenced by my traditional Japanese upbringing, which includes a strong family legacy of
caregiving and teaching.
I draw inspiration from the bonsai tree, which in Asian cultures, represents balance, harmony and, most importantly, patience. Taking years of training and care, in order to flourish, bonsai
trees require a delicate balance of sunlight, water and guidance. In the same way, I believe that families can be gently guided to overcome difficulties and to find balance between caring for
their loved ones, as well as themselves.
