Best Assisted Living in Anchorage, AK

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 assisted living communities in Anchorage, AK using AK Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AK
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19 homes
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Avg Monthly Cost: $10,815The average monthly cost across facilities in Anchorage, AK. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Anchorage, AK. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 48The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Anchorage, AK. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the AK Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Marlow Manor Assisted Living
AL
Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage)
54Yes 40 Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed11A+Roxanne HuzieffSourdough\\\'S Housing, LLC
Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla
AL
IL
MC
Wasilla
56Yes 31 1 Bed / 2 Bed8A+Tauna NormanPrimrose Senior Holdings, LLC
Baxter Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Anchorage (U-Med District)
120Yes 21 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed5A+Travis MerriganSabra Al Operations, LLC Dba Baxter Senior Living
Maple Springs of Anchorage
AL
MC
Anchorage
135Yes 15 Studio / 1 Bed4-Heather JacoxMs. M Anchorage, LLC
The Marietta House
AL
RC
Anchorage
5Yes 65 -11-Bonnie LommelBonnie & Alex Lommel
Living Stone Home Care
AL
Anchorage (Sand Lake)
30No 23 -20A+Arese Aruagbon-OgbomoLiving Stone Home Care, LLC
Thrive Assisted Living
AL
Anchorage (Mid-Hillside)
16No 4 Private Rooms7-Linequia FrazierThrive Assisted Living, LLC
Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home
AL
Anchorage (Sand Lake)
5Yes--13A+Lawana JohnsonLawana Johnson
Family Care Assisted Living LLC
AL
RESC
Anchorage (Sand Lake)
5Yes 25 -5-Menime SegaFamily Care Assisted Living LLC
McKinley Care LLC
AL
B Anchorage (Government Hill)
82No 39 -2-Jack PomerantzMckinley Care LLC

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AK community we track that reports that metric, not just the 19 analyzed for Anchorage. See how we rank facilities

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Marlow Manor Assisted Living

2030 Muldoon Rd #104, Anchorage, AK 99504
Overview of Marlow Manor Assisted Living

Tucked in the stunning natural beauty of Alaska, Marlow Manor has proudly served as a premier assisted living community in Anchorage for over two decades. With a minimum age requirement of 62, this esteemed establishment is committed to providing person-centered care. Marlow Manor takes special care of individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s, offering secure apartments that ensure their safety and well-being while fostering a sense of independence. The living options at Marlow Manor are designed with thoughtfulness, offering cozy studio alcoves and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, complete with kitchenettes that feature a microwave and refrigerator for added convenience.

At Marlow Manor, dining is truly a pleasure. Residents can savor delicious and nutritious meals in a restaurant-style setting, with special dietary needs carefully catered to. Family and guests are also warmly welcomed to join residents for meals. With a dedicated full-time activities coordinator, residents can look forward to a vibrant calendar of events and activities that cater to their interests and passions. From engaging social gatherings to fulfilling volunteer opportunities, there are endless possibilities for residents to find joy, purpose, and fulfillment.

Contact Marlow Manor Assisted Living

Overview of Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla

Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla is a premier senior living community that offers a comfortable and enriching environment for older adults seeking a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle. Situated in a scenic location, Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to its residents, ensuring their well-being and promoting a sense of independence. The thoughtfully designed apartments provide a cozy and private living space, while the inviting common areas create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for socialization, relaxation, and engagement in various activities. With a team of dedicated and compassionate staff members available round-the-clock, Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla offers personalized care plans tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of each resident, ensuring their comfort and peace of mind.

Residents at Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla have access to a wide range of amenities and activities designed to enhance their quality of life. From social events and educational programs to wellness activities and outings, there are abundant opportunities for residents to stay active, engaged, and connected within the community. The dining experience at Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla is a highlight, with nutritious and delicious meals prepared by skilled chefs and served in an elegant dining room, fostering both nourishment and social interactions. The beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces provide a serene setting for relaxation and enjoying nature, while the community’s commitment to personalized care, engaging programming, and a supportive environment ensures that residents feel valued, respected, and part of a vibrant community at Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla.

Contact Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla

Overview of Baxter Senior Living

Baxter Senior Living is a distinguished senior living community that offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for older adults seeking comfort, care, and companionship. Situated in a peaceful location, Baxter Senior Living is committed to providing exceptional personalized services to its residents, ensuring their well-being and enhancing their quality of life. The thoughtfully designed apartments provide a cozy and private living space, while the inviting common areas create a warm and friendly atmosphere for socialization, relaxation, and engagement in various activities. With a team of dedicated and compassionate staff members available round-the-clock, Baxter Senior Living offers assistance with daily living tasks, medication management, and personalized care plans tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of each resident.

Residents at Baxter Senior Living can enjoy a wide range of amenities and activities that are designed to promote an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Nutritious meals, prepared by skilled chefs, are served in the elegant dining room, fostering both nourishment and social connections. The community offers a diverse calendar of events, including fitness classes, educational seminars, cultural outings, and social gatherings, ensuring there is always something for everyone. The beautifully landscaped outdoor areas provide opportunities for residents to relax, stroll, and enjoy nature. With its focus on personalized care, vibrant programming, and a supportive community environment, Baxter Senior Living offers seniors a place to thrive and enjoy a fulfilling and enriching living experience.

Contact Baxter Senior Living

Overview of Maple Springs of Anchorage

Maple Springs of Anchorage offers assisted living and memory care in Anchorage, AK. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident lives in a studio or one-bedroom home. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care levels share one campus, which may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community rather than start over elsewhere. The community has 135 beds, with studio and one-bedroom options that offer either a single private space or a layout with a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them. Heather Jacox serves as administrator, and MSM Anchorage operates the community.

Contact Maple Springs of Anchorage

Overview of The Marietta House

The Marietta House is an assisted living and respite care home in Anchorage, AK. Assisted living provides help with bathing, dressing, eating, and other daily activities, along with cognitive services. Respite care offers a short-term stay, so the home may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily support or a family caregiver who needs temporary coverage.

The Marietta House opened in 2014 and has five beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms provide each resident with an individual room rather than a shared sleeping space.

Staff assist residents with memory loss, orientation loss, and judgment loss, while home health care visits bring in a nurse, physical therapist, and occupational therapist. Rehabilitation services support residents who need physical or occupational therapy, and the large fenced-in yard provides outdoor space on the property. A salon and barber service are available, and pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet.

A Walk Score of 65 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain outings independently. Bonnie Lommel serves as administrator, and Bonnie & Alex Lommel operate the home.

Contact The Marietta House

Overview of Living Stone Home Care

Living Stone Home Care is a 30-bed assisted living community in Anchorage, Alaska. It caters to residents needing help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals. Operating for 20 years, the home brings long-standing experience to elder care in the Anchorage area. Found on West 86th Avenue, it stands in a car-dependent neighborhood where most errands need a vehicle. It’s then suitable for residents and visiting family with own transportation access

As an assisted living provider, the home is designed to support residents in maintaining as much independence as they comfortably can while delivering the personal care and daily oversight that’s a valuable differentiator. Such smaller communities typically give off a quieter, more intimate environment versus larger senior living campuses, which many families find especially beneficial when prioritizing individualized attention.

For families considering Living Stone Home Care, an on-site tour is a nice way to understand the home’s daily feel, see the layout and room options, and learn about the specific programs and services available.

Contact Living Stone Home Care

Overview of Thrive Assisted Living

Thrive Assisted Living provides assisted living in Anchorage, AK. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident lives in a private room. The community is in the Mid-Hillside neighborhood.

With 16 beds, Thrive Assisted Living may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller, more intimate community. Private rooms provide each resident with a single private living space. Linequia Frazier serves as the administrator.

Contact Thrive Assisted Living

Overview of Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home

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.

Contact Ark of Caring Assisted Living Home

Overview of Family Care Assisted Living

Family Care Assisted Living provides assisted living and Residential Care in Anchorage, AK, in the Sand Lake neighborhood. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while Residential Care offers another care setting within the community.

With 5 beds, Family Care Assisted Living is a small community that may suit a resident who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. Menime Sega serves as the administrator.

Contact Family Care Assisted Living LLC

McKinley Care LLC

337 East 4Th Avenue Unit B, Anchorage, AK 99501
Overview of McKinley Care

McKinley Care is an assisted living community in downtown Anchorage on East Fourth Avenue. It has easy access to nearby services and shopping. As a newer facility with 82 beds, it offers wide care options for older adults who need support with daily activities while being as independent as possible.

The community is built around 24-hour staffing with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on-site, backed by a doctor on staff to bolster residents’ health needs. That blend of continuous care and on-site medical oversight means residents don’t have to wait for appointments or transportation when queries surface. The facility also offers rehabilitation services and home care support, so residents have options for short-term recovery or transitional care on top of longer-term residential living. Daily life centers on good nutrition and wellness. McKinley Care supplies three meals and snacks daily, with flexibility to meet individual dietary needs and preferences, and meals can be brought in the community dining room or to a resident’s room. Support services span housekeeping and laundry, which free residents and families from such everyday tasks. Some nearby services and errands are reachable on foot as the location scores 39 on the walkability scale, but most trips necessitate a car. For visiting family members, the downtown location puts the community near shopping and services, so there’s often something to do while visiting.

McKinley Care, as a recently established community, brings a fresh, modern approach to assisted living in Anchorage. Touring the space and inquiring about move-in options and current availability may be necessary for families considering the facility.

Contact McKinley Care LLC

Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Anchorage, AK

What is the average cost of assisted living in Anchorage, AK?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Anchorage, AK is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Anchorage, AK?

Assisted living in Anchorage, AK typically ranges from $6,000–$8,600 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Anchorage, AK?

Assisted living facilities in Anchorage, AK typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Alaska?

Assisted living in Alaska supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Alaska?

Assisted living in Alaska is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Alaska Medicaid cover assisted living?

Alaska Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Alaska) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.