Ark of Caring extends a warm invitation to all seniors looking for compassionate assisted living in Anchorage, Alaska. Since 2013, Ark of Caring has been a trusted choice for seniors seeking a welcoming and supportive environment. The home provides handicap-assisted bathrooms for safety and comfort. The facility also boasts a smoke-free environment, promoting a healthy and comfortable living space for all.
Upon entering Ark of Caring, visitors will be impressed by the cleanliness and attention to detail throughout the entire facility. The spacious living rooms and dining areas provide ample space for socializing and creating cherished memories. The private outdoor area, complete with a ramp for easy accessibility, offers a serene space to enjoy the natural beauty of Alaska. At Ark of Caring, holistic well-being is a priority. The facility offers a variety of health and exercise programs to promote physical fitness and mental wellness, along with social programs that foster a sense of community and engagement among residents.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
5Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home is legally operated by Lawana Johnson, and administered by Lawana Johnson.
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Two-story
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5.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Anchorage's city center to Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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| Maple Springs of Anchorage | AL MC | Anchorage | 135 | Yes | 15 | Studio / 1 Bed | 4 | - | Heather Jacox | Ms. M Anchorage, LLC |
| Baxter Senior Living | AL MC RC | Anchorage (U-Med District) | 120 | Yes | 21 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 5 | A+ | Travis Merrigan | Sabra Al Operations, LLC Dba Baxter Senior Living |
| Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla | AL IL MC | Wasilla | 56 | Yes | 31 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 8 | A+ | Tauna Norman | Primrose Senior Holdings, LLC |
| Marlow Manor Assisted Living | AL | Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage) | 54 | Yes | 40 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed | 11 | A+ | Roxanne Huzieff | Sourdough\\\'S Housing, LLC |
| Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home | AL | Anchorage (Sand Lake) | 5 | Yes | - | - | 13 | A+ | Lawana Johnson | Lawana Johnson |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AK community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home is located in Anchorage, Alaska.
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Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home is in the Sand Lake neighborhood of Anchorage.
Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home is legally operated by Lawana Johnson, and administered by Lawana Johnson.
According to AK state health department records, Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home's license number is 100994.
According to AK state health department records, Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home's license expires on September 30, 2027.
Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home has been operating for approximately 13 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Yes, Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home allows residents to bring their pets.
Lawana Johnson is the administrator of Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home.
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