Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home

Overview of Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home

Tucked into the Westgate neighborhood on Sunset Drive, Debbie’s Assisted Living Home combines memory care and assisted living under one roof in Fairbanks, Alaska. The building is single-story, which matters for residents who have trouble with stairs. It sits in a moderately walkable stretch of the city, Walk Score 51, so getting to a nearby shop or pharmacy on foot is doable, even if a car still comes in handy for most errands.

Staff are present around the clock here. That means help doesn’t stop at 5 p.m., and residents get support whenever they actually need it, day or night. The home also handles pharmaceutical services and medication management directly, plus oxygen assistance for residents whose care plans call for it.

On the therapy side, there’s real range: physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and radiation therapy are all available. That’s a fairly comprehensive rehab and recovery lineup for a home this size, and it suggests residents with more complex medical needs aren’t automatically routed elsewhere. Housing comes in private or semi-private rooms, so families can weigh cost against privacy.

Outside of direct care, transportation services and fitness and recreation programming round out daily life, giving residents a way to stay engaged and get where they need to go.

Between the staffing model, the therapy lineup, and the dual memory care and assisted living designation, this is a home built for residents who need consistent hands-on support and a broader range of medical services than a typical assisted living community offers.

Facility Direct Line (907) 479-8349

Walk Score: 51 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

2.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Fairbanks's city center to Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Alaska Department of Health, Division of Health Care Services.


Denali Center – Nursing Home	MC NH SNF	Fairbanks (South Fairbanks)	90 Facility 90 AK AVG 43 Rank #8 / 43	No	32 Facility 32 AK AVG 40 Rank #54 / 91	-	-	-	-	-
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Eagle Wings II	MC AL	North Pole	16 Facility 16 AK AVG 43 Rank #27 / 43	No	7 Facility 7 AK AVG 40 Rank #79 / 91	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	11 Facility 11 AK AVG 13 Rank #18 / 42	-	Timothy Opperman	Eagles Wings, LLC
Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home	MC AL	Fairbanks (Westgate)	-	No	51 Facility 51 AK AVG 40 Rank #35 / 91	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	-	-	-	-
Care Bridges Assisted Living	MC AL	Fairbanks	-	No	68 Facility 68 AK AVG 40 Rank #11 / 91	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	23 Facility 23 AK AVG 13 Rank #8 / 42	A+	-	-

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Alaskans Living Independently Waiver

Alaska Medicaid ALI Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Alaska resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual), adjusted for AK cost of living. Higher income limits due to cost of living; rural focus.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Benefits

Home health aides (4-8 hours/day) Chore services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Home modifications (e.g., ramps, ~$1,000 covered)

Senior Benefits Program

Alaska Senior Benefits

Age 65+

General Alaska resident for 12+ months.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,841/month (individual), ~$2,483/month (couple).

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Tiered payments based on income.

Benefits

Monthly cash payments ($76-$250/month based on income) for care or living costs Free; no repayment

Senior Access Program (SAP)

AK SAP

Age 55+

General Alaska resident, primary residence, documented accessibility need.

Income Limits ≤100% area median income e.g., ~$74,850-$92,200 individual, varies by region

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Higher grants in high-cost, remote areas; no new funding currently, but applications accepted.

Benefits

Grants for modifications (e.g., ramps, grab bars; $15,000-$35,000 owner-occupied, $10,000-$30,000 renters, $10,000-$20,000 small ALFs)

Senior In-Home (SIH) Services

AK SIH

Age 60+

General Alaska resident, physical/cognitive impairment, not Medicaid-eligible.

Income Limits Low-income, above Medicaid threshold ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies

Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven.

Prioritizes Alzheimer’s/dementia, rural, or isolated seniors.

Benefits

In-home care (up to 10 hours/week) Respite (varies) Minor home mods (e.g., $500 avg.) PERS

Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP)

AK HAP

Age —

General Alaska resident, priority for 60+, heating bill ≥$200/month.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,950/month (1-person), $2,641/month (2-person), scales up.

Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in winter; rural areas often qualify due to fuel costs.

Benefits

One-time payment (avg. $500-$1,000/year, varies by need and fuel type)

Alaska CARES Program

AK CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of Alaska residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

Focus on high-need caregivers; complements other respite programs.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

What neighborhood is Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home in?

Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home is in the Westgate neighborhood.

Is Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home in a walkable area?

Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home?

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What is the address of Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home?

Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home is located at 1173 Sunset Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99709.

What is the phone number of Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home?

(907) 479-8349 will put you in contact with the team at Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home.

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Overview of Debbie‘s Assisted Living Home