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Best Assisted Living in Anchorage, AK

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 assisted living communities in Anchorage, AK using State of Alaska Department of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AK
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Jun 2026
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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: 47The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Anchorage, AK. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Anchorage (Metro Area)

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

Baxter Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Anchorage (U-Med District)
120 Yes 21 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 9 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 27 A+ Roxanne Huzieff Sourdough\\\'S Housing, LLC
East View Assisted Living
AL
MC
Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage)
- No 60 Private Rooms - - - -
Prestige Care and Rehabilitation Center of Anchorage
AL
IL
MC
Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage)
- No 15 - 29 A+ - -
Providence Horizon House
AL
MC
Anchorage (U-Med District)
- No 68 - 25 - - -
Providence Alaska Extended Care
AL
NH
Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage)
96 No 47 - - - - -
My Father‘s House
AL
Anchorage (Abbott Loop)
- Yes 21 Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms 17 - - -
Living Stone Home Care
AL
Anchorage (Sand Lake)
30 No 23 - 20 A+ Arese Aruagbon-Ogbomo -
McKinley Care LLC
AL
Anchorage (Government Hill)
82 No 39 - 1 - Jack Pomerantz -
Anchor House
AL
Anchorage (Midtown)
63 No 89 - 1 - Sk Son -
Overview of Providence Alaska Extended Care

Providence Extended Care in Anchorage, Alaska, is a senior care facility that prides itself on providing gracious and personalized nursing care. With a team of caregivers who deliver the best possible care, they ensure that each resident receives the support they need. From skilled and intermediate nursing care to rehabilitation therapies, social services, spiritual services, and even a hair stylist, they offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of their residents.

What’s more, the home partners with Providence Alaska Medical Center to provide the highest standard of care possible. Seniors can trust that they can receive top-quality care from a team of professionals who genuinely care about their well-being, punctuated by unmatched expertise. Providence Extended Care is truly meant to make retirement living worry-free and fulfilling. 

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Overview of My Father‘s House

Since 2006, My Father’s House has provided top-notch assisted living care for older Alaskans coping with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Located in the peaceful and beautiful city of Anchorage, Alaska, this facility offers a slow-paced lifestyle where residents can cherish every moment of their lives. They assist with daily living to help residents enjoy better days. 

The facility boasts a 24/7 awake staff, spacious bedrooms, comfortable beds, large dressers, and hot and cold showers, all designed to ensure residents’ safety and comfort. There is ambulation access throughout the entire house to further enhance safety. The facility also offers weekly housekeeping, recreational programs, utilities, assistance with bathing and hygiene care, and much more. 

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McKinley Care LLC

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

Mckinley Care LLC 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 LLC 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 LLC, 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.

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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.

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Overview of Anchor House

Anchor House is a 63-bed assisted living community in Anchorage, Alaska, on West 27th Avenue in a really walkable neighborhood. Here, most daily errands are accessible on foot. As a newer community now in its second year, Anchor House is designed to bolster older adults who need assistance with daily activities while maintaining independence and social connection.

The home spotlights activity and engagement, with a varied calendar including arts and crafts, games like bingo and bowling, entertainment like karaoke and movie nights, and outings being van tours and picnics. Swimming and basketball are available, along with walks that take advantage of the walkable surrounding neighborhood. The dining program is tagged as warm and welcoming, with an emphasis on good food and community conversation during meals. The location on West 27th Avenue puts the facility in a central part of Anchorage with easy access to nearby shops, services, and transit. For families visiting from around the state or beyond, the area’s walkability makes it convenient to explore the neighborhood with a resident.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Anchorage, AK?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~100–120 licensed assisted living facilities in Anchorage, AK.

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.