Best Memory Care in Alaska

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 24 memory care communities in AK using AK Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in AK
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24 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Alaska. 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: 42The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Alaska. 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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. 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.
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.
Riverview Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Juneau (Mendenhall Valley)
106
Facility 106
AK AVG 42
Rank #3 / 42
No
54
Facility 54
AK AVG 44
Rank #27 / 81
Studio / 1 Bed
3
Facility 3
AK AVG 12
Rank #35 / 43
A+Jessica DiamondTpd Riverview, LLC
Primrose Retirement Community of Wasilla
MC
AL
IL
Wasilla
56
Facility 56
AK AVG 42
Rank #14 / 42
Yes
31
Facility 31
AK AVG 44
Rank #55 / 81
1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
AK AVG 12
Rank #24 / 43
A+Tauna NormanPrimrose Senior Holdings, LLC
Baxter Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Anchorage (U-Med District)
120
Facility 120
AK AVG 42
Rank #2 / 42
Yes
21
Facility 21
AK AVG 44
Rank #66 / 81
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
AK AVG 12
Rank #30 / 43
A+Travis MerriganSabra Al Operations, LLC Dba Baxter Senior Living
Aspen Creek Senior Living
MC
AL
Anchorage (Campbell Park)
92
Facility 92
AK AVG 42
Rank #6 / 42
Yes
63
Facility 63
AK AVG 44
Rank #17 / 81
Suite
6
Facility 6
AK AVG 12
Rank #29 / 43
-Kendall JensenSpringcreek Dowling, LLC
Maple Springs of Anchorage
MC
AL
Anchorage
135
Facility 135
AK AVG 42
Rank #1 / 42
Yes
15
Facility 15
AK AVG 44
Rank #69 / 81
Studio / 1 Bed
4
Facility 4
AK AVG 12
Rank #32 / 43
-Heather JacoxMs. M Anchorage, LLC
Tranquility Manor Estates
MC
AL
Palmer (Matanuska-Susitna Borough)
17
Facility 17
AK AVG 42
Rank #24 / 42
No
21
Facility 21
AK AVG 44
Rank #66 / 81
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
14
Facility 14
AK AVG 12
Rank #14 / 43
-Melissa SimmermanTranquility Manor LLC
Harbor View Manor
MC
AL
IL
NH
Wasilla
17
Facility 17
AK AVG 42
Rank #24 / 42
No
8
Facility 8
AK AVG 44
Rank #77 / 81
-
17
Facility 17
AK AVG 12
Rank #12 / 43
A+Melissa SimmermanTranquility Manor LLC
Eagle Wings II
MC
AL
North Pole
16
Facility 16
AK AVG 42
Rank #26 / 42
No
7
Facility 7
AK AVG 44
Rank #78 / 81
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
11
Facility 11
AK AVG 12
Rank #17 / 43
-Timothy OppermanEagles Wings, LLC
The Peaks Estate Assisted Living
MC
AL
Palmer
5
Facility 5
AK AVG 42
Rank #31 / 42
No
2
Facility 2
AK AVG 44
Rank #80 / 81
Private Suite / Shared Suite
3
Facility 3
AK AVG 12
Rank #35 / 43
-Janelle BurkleoThe Peaks Estate Alh LLC
Aspen Creek Riverside
MC
AL
Soldotna (Kenai Peninsula Borough)
79
Facility 79
AK AVG 42
Rank #9 / 42
No
48
Facility 48
AK AVG 44
Rank #35 / 81
-
2
Facility 2
AK AVG 12
Rank #38 / 43
-Ashley Nicols-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AK community we track that reports that metric, not just the 24 on this page.

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Overview of Riverview Senior Living

Located in Juneau, Alaska, Riverview is an assisted living community with memory care services offering its residents a variety of senior lifestyle options. This includes an array of supportive care services within its Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments. Their senior residents benefit from the attention and assistance provided by Riverview’s supportive team who are committed to delivering exemplary service.

At Riverview, seniors can embrace a vibrant and engaging environment where their needs and preferences are met, allowing them to live with comfort and dignity. With a focus on promoting independence and enriching experiences, Riverview Senior Living is here to create an ideal senior lifestyle for every resident. 

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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.

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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.

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Overview of Aspen Creek Senior Living

Understanding that the tranquility of nature plays an integral role in setting a peaceful environment for seniors in the Anchorage, Kenai, and Soldotna areas of Alaska, Aspen Creek offers a holistic assisted living community that bolsters freedom and fulfillment among residents. With a genuine commitment to providing residents with the best life in their retirement, the hassle and worry of daily living activities such as housekeeping, cooking, as well as personal care and medical management when needed, are provided in setting that feels like home, but with a touch of more lush landscaping to view and relax in.

With tailored care plans established for each resident, Aspen Creek seniors can enjoy bright, cozy yet stylish interiors at this assisted living home that grants privacy and comfort in their living quarters. Savor delectable meals prepared with fresh ingredients, catch a movie from the convenience of the on-site theater room, develop a fitness routine at the gym, and engage in activities, events geared toward stimulating the mind and body, while socializing with fellow residents, for a complete golden years experience.

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Overview of Maple Springs of Anchorage

Located on Sukdu Way in Anchorage, Alaska, Maple Springs of Anchorage is a residential care community that has operated for four years, with a two-story setting. It offers 135 studio and one-bedroom apartments for older adults seeking independent living, assisted living, or memory care. The community is also in a car-dependent neighborhood near parks and public transportation.

Restaurant-style dining is paired with daily classes, outings, and recreational activities that encourage an active lifestyle. Residents also have access to a movie theater, ice cream parlor, library, and fitness programs, while shuttle services provide transportation for appointments, errands, and other trips throughout Anchorage.

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Overview of Tranquility Manor Estates

Tranquility Manor Estates is a small assisted living home in Palmer, Alaska. It has been open for 14 years. The building has one floor and 17 beds. It sits in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough.

Staff watch over residents all day and all night. They help residents with daily tasks. They help residents get to doctor visits. They also give out medicine when it’s needed. This kind of care is good for people who need regular help but don’t want a place that feels like a hospital.

There is no sidewalk system nearby, so getting around means driving a car. The Walk Score is only 21 out of 100. If your family is visiting from out of town, plan to rent a car or set up a ride before you arrive.

Someone plans activities for residents every day. This means there is always something to do. Meals are served three times a day. A nutritionist checks the meals to make sure they are healthy. This matters for residents who need to eat certain foods for their health.

The building has sprinklers built into the ceiling in case of fire. This helps keep residents safe.

Melissa Simmerman manages the home day-to-day. The company Tranquility Manor LLC owns the property.

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Overview of Harbor View Manor

For seventeen years, Harbor View Manor has occupied the same stretch of Birch Cove Drive in Wasilla, Alaska. It’s a small operation: a two-story building holding 17 beds, run by Tranquility Manor LLC and administered by Melissa Simmerman. That’s a modest footprint compared to the larger regional facilities in the state, and it points toward a more intimate setting, the kind where staff and residents likely know each other by name rather than by room number.

The Walk Score sits at 8, which lands the neighborhood firmly in car-dependent territory, so getting there means driving. Errands, appointments, and visits all mean someone gets behind the wheel first.

Seventeen years is long enough for a place to develop its own rhythms, its own staff culture, its own way of doing things. What’s confirmed is straightforward: a long-tenured, compact nursing home in a car-dependent pocket of Wasilla, under stable local ownership. Anyone weighing it seriously will find the address and history solid, but the daily particulars are a conversation that starts in person.

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Overview of Eagle Wings II

Eagles Wings II is a 12-bed assisted living and memory care community located at 2793 Perimeter Drive in North Pole, Alaska. Managed by Eagles Wings, LLC under administrator Timothy Opperman, the community has served the Fairbanks North Star Borough area since opening in 2014. Its small, single-story layout offers an intimate residential scale where seniors can choose between private and semi-private rooms.

Daily life focuses on home-style comfort and individual preferences. An on-site kitchen staff prepares custom meals tailored to personal tastes, while daily housekeeping keeps the residence clean and comfortable. Each bedroom is equipped with cable TV and phone hookups, and secure outdoor garden beds and walking paths give residents spaces to spend time outdoors safely. Ongoing social and fitness programs provide recreational engagement, and transportation services are available for medical appointments and off-site excursions.

The surrounding neighborhood is heavily car-dependent, carrying a walk score of 7, which means daily chores and visits require a vehicle. State regulatory oversight through the Alaska Department of Health’s Residential Licensing division shows the community maintains a solid licensing history with no recent critical enforcement actions or civil penalties.

Interested families considering the home are encouraged to contact the Perimeter Drive campus directly to discuss memory care plans and current room availability.

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Overview of The Peaks Estate Assisted Living

Take in the scenic views of Palmer, AK with the blissful senior living community of The Peaks Estate that provides assisted living, personal care, memory care, and medication assistance. With bright and welcoming accommodations, the community ensures seniors live in comfort and style. Moreover, residents can rest assured of receiving the care and assistance they need with a kind and compassionate team.

Working closely with the residents and their loved ones, the community strives to help seniors in a way that best fits them. Enjoy a relaxing alone time in the garden or socialize with friends through various enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Surrounded by tranquil lands and picturesque sceneries, The Peaks Estate is ideal for seniors seeking solace in their retirement while receiving support for their daily living.

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Overview of Aspen Creek Riverside

Nestled on Lovers Lane with a 79-bed capacity, Aspen Creek Riverside is a relatively new assisted living community in Soldotna, Alaska. As an assisted living provider, the community supports older adults needing a hand with everyday activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals. It encourages independence appropriate to each resident’s needs.

Staffed with licensed nurses and nursing assistants, the community delivers daily support and supervision. A notable feature is the presence of dedicated memory care services, making it a suitable option for families seeking specialized support for residents with dementia or cognitive decline. The neighborhood scores 48 out of 100 for walkability, signaling a typical semi-rural Alaska setting where some nearby services are reachable on foot, though most errands and appointments need driving. Such a location suits families and residents who value access to a quieter, more spacious community environment typical of Alaska’s towns.

For families contemplating Aspen Creek Riverside, touring on-site is a good way to get a feel of the community, see its room options and daily activities, and talk in detail about payment options and services.

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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 Memory Care in Alaska

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.

Does Alaska Medicaid cover memory care?

Alaska Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 24 memory care communities in Alaska. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Alaska?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Alaska, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Alaska?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.