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Compare Nursing Homes around Alaska
The information below is reported by the Alaska Department of Health, Division of Health Care Services.
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| Maple Springs of Wasilla |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Wasilla | 67
Facility
67
AK AVG
41
Rank
#4 / 7 |
79.1%
Facility
79.1%
AK AVG
190.4%
Rank
#4 / 4 | -58% | 5.44
Facility
5.44
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#4 / 7 | -17% | -25% | $0
Facility
$0
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#1 / 7 | 36
Facility
36
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#5 / 7 | 7.2
Facility
7.2
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#4 / 7 | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
0.6 | 62 | A+ |
22
Facility
22
AK AVG
32
Rank
#5 / 7 | Maple Springs Of Matsu Holdings, LLC | $16.4M
Facility
$16.4M
AK AVG
$23.7M
Rank
#4 / 4 | $8.0M
Facility
$8.0M
AK AVG
$6.2M
Rank
#4 / 4 | 48.9%
Facility
48.9%
AK AVG
26.1%
Rank
#1 / 4 | 25038 | ||||
| Providence Alaska Extended Care |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage) | 96
Facility
96
AK AVG
41
Rank
#2 / 7 |
98.9%
Facility
98.9%
AK AVG
190.4%
Rank
#1 / 4 | -48% | 5.35
Facility
5.35
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#5 / 7 | +33% | -26% | $220.4k
Facility
$220.4k
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#7 / 7 | 73
Facility
73
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#7 / 7 | 14.6
Facility
14.6
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#7 / 7 | 7
Facility
7
AK AVG
0.6 | 92 | - |
47
Facility
47
AK AVG
32
Rank
#3 / 7 | - | $44.9M
Facility
$44.9M
AK AVG
$23.7M
Rank
#1 / 4 | $17.3M
Facility
$17.3M
AK AVG
$6.2M
Rank
#1 / 4 | 38.4%
Facility
38.4%
AK AVG
26.1%
Rank
#3 / 4 | 25036 | ||||
| Denali Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fairbanks (South Fairbanks) | 71
Facility
71
AK AVG
41
Rank
#3 / 7 | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
190.4% | - | 5.94
Facility
5.94
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#3 / 7 | -39% | -18% | $0
Facility
$0
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#1 / 7 | 26
Facility
26
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#4 / 7 | 8.7
Facility
8.7
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#5 / 7 | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
0.6 | 73 | - |
32
Facility
32
AK AVG
32
Rank
#4 / 7 | - | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
$23.7M | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
$6.2M | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
26.1% | 25020 | ||||
| South Peninsula Hospital |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Homer (Bartlett Street) | 28
Facility
28
AK AVG
41
Rank
#6 / 7 | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
190.4% | - | 9.04
Facility
9.04
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#1 / 7 | - | +25% | $0
Facility
$0
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#1 / 7 | 6
Facility
6
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#1 / 7 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#1 / 7 | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
0.6 | 27 | - |
15
Facility
15
AK AVG
32
Rank
#6 / 7 | - | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
$23.7M | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
$6.2M | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
26.1% | 25031 | ||||
| Petersburg Medical Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Petersburg (Fram Street) | 15
Facility
15
AK AVG
41
Rank
#7 / 7 | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
190.4% | - | 6.31
Facility
6.31
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#2 / 7 | +17% | -13% | $0
Facility
$0
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#1 / 7 | 11
Facility
11
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#2 / 7 | 5.5
Facility
5.5
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#3 / 7 | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
0.6 | 14 | - |
48
Facility
48
AK AVG
32
Rank
#1 / 7 | - | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
$23.7M | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
$6.2M | -
Facility
-
AK AVG
26.1% | 25019 |
Maple Springs of Wasilla is truly in a class of its own, providing first-class service to its patients. Their skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and hospice house services are all delivered with the utmost care and compassion. Here, they understand that healing extends beyond just medical care. That’s why they offer patients access to therapies, fun activities, and delicious food options. They also have thoughtfully curated floor plans so each patient has a comfortable and personalized experience.
The facility features an impressive array of amenities, including a movie theater, piano or music hall, library bistro, and even church services. Patients can take advantage of the physical therapy rehab gym, enjoy the beautiful landscaping, or spend time in one of the many courtyards. Patients can enjoy field trips, take the breathtaking scenery, or relax in the whirlpool spa room. Choosing Maple Springs means not settling for less.
Sunrise House is an idyllic senior living community in Wasilla, Alaska, offering a home-like atmosphere for assisted living. Residents here enjoy the solitude and serenity of beautifully designed accommodations that offer an inviting feel for resting or hosting families over. A compassionate and kind care team is available to provide residents with the help and care services they need to spend their retirement years comfortably, including support with their daily routines, massage therapy services, and more.
The community designed their environment to be accessible and provide plenty of opportunities for social interaction and recreation. There are several community events and activities to engage in, combined with access to an array of amenities, such as a theater room, walking trails, and beauty shop. Delicious meals with accommodations for special dietary needs or eating assistance are offered to make sure residents are full and energized to take on a bright and dynamic daily life.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Two-story
A community that strives to make its residents comfortable, Bright Horizon Homes Ii offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday living. The senior living home practice a resident-centered approach to personal care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and dementia care is delivered with compassion and integrity. As its name suggests, the elegant senior living home aims to enhance and enrich the lives of residents of Bright Horizon.
Bright Horizon offers independent living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Their engaging activities and programs are, to name a few, recreational activities, fitness activities, housekeeping, concierge services, and scheduled transportation.
The Marietta House provides residents with an environment that is warm and intimate, allowing them to receive personal attention and genuine care from the dedicated staff. Offering assisted living services in a convenient area, the home is close to pharmacies, parks, and the Providence medical campus, making it easy for residents to access medical care and recreational activities. The caring staff at Marietta House regularly checks on residents and provides assistance with memory loss. They also coordinate health care visits to ensure residents receive the best care possible.
Unlike other facilities, The Marietta House has a smaller capacity, which means it offers a more personal touch. Each resident enjoys a private room and the 24/7 assistance of trained staff, including skilled nursing. In addition, the home provides housekeeping, laundry services, and well-balanced meals that cater to each resident’s dietary needs. Experience serenity at The Marietta House, where mornings and nights are filled with peace and relaxation.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
Located in Anchorage, the Prestige Care and Rehabilitation Center is a premier healthcare facility that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitative care to seniors. Situated near hospitals, patients have access to specialized medical care if needed. The center holds a comprehensive range of services, including stroke rehabilitation, pain management, tracheostomy care, bariatric care, and cancer recovery, among others. They believe in delivering holistic care that takes into account the physical, emotional, and social well-being of seniors.
Moreover, the home provides patients with a vibrant atmosphere in which to rest, recover, and rediscover. Patients can relish the many amenities available, ensuring a comfortable and pleasing experience. With their highly skilled clinical team, wide range of services, and commitment to holistic care, Prestige Care and Rehabilitation Center remains a top choice for those seeking the best in senior healthcare.
Tucked away in the neighborhood of Wasilla, AK, Harbor View Manor is an inviting senior living community that offers compassionate assisted living services. Residents here enjoy a clean and tranquil living environment with carefully curated accommodations equipped with convenient features. The community encourages freedom and independence while giving residents just the right amount of support with their daily living activities or anything they may need help with.
Focused on providing its residents with well-rounded lives, the community also conducts a wide range of fun and engaging activities that are carefully curated to offer enriching experiences. Three delicious meals are also served daily with snacks in between to keep residents nourished and healthy. With round the clock supervision from a reliable team, residents can keep their peace of mind knowing that they are in great hands.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Two-story
Located adjacent to the Fairbanks Memorial Hospital in Alaska, Denali Center is a skilled nursing facility that offers exceptional care and an engaging community for its residents. It is widely regarded as one of Alaska’s hidden gems, situated in a lively neighborhood that exudes personality. At Denali Center, privacy and individualism are deeply valued, and residents can access community conveniences. The center offers long-term, short-term, and memory care services, catering to the diverse needs of its seniors.
For more than 20 years, Denali Center has been organizing the annual “Denali Center Prom,” a formal ball that is a highly-anticipated event for its residents and families. The center also hosts a variety of activities throughout the year, ensuring that its residents remain engaged and entertained with their newfound cliques. With compassionate and dedicated staff, Denali Center provides personalized care to its residents, assuring that each receives the support they need to thrive in their sunset years.
Located adjacent to the Fairbanks Memorial Hospital in Alaska, Denali Center is a skilled nursing facility that offers exceptional care and an engaging community for its residents. It is widely regarded as one of Alaska’s hidden gems, situated in a lively neighborhood that exudes personality. At Denali Center, privacy and individualism are deeply valued, and residents can access community conveniences. The center offers long-term, short-term, and memory care services, catering to the diverse needs of its seniors.
For more than 20 years, Denali Center has been organizing the annual “Denali Center Prom,” a formal ball that is a highly-anticipated event for its residents and families. The center also hosts a variety of activities throughout the year, ensuring that its residents remain engaged and entertained with their newfound cliques. With compassionate and dedicated staff, Denali Center provides personalized care to its residents, assuring that each receives the support they need to thrive in their sunset years.
Located in the beautiful coastal town of Homer, Alaska, South Peninsula Hospital is a non-profit organization committed to providing exceptional care to their residents, accepting both Medicare and Medicaid. Their medical professionals are some of the best in the business, with a wealth of experience and knowledge in the healthcare field.
From their van for outings to personal massage and hairdressing services, they go the extra mile to make residents feel cared for. In addition to our nursing home services, South Peninsula Hospital is a full-service hospital, providing a wide range of medical treatments and services to patients. They have a team of onsite doctors, nurses, and specialists who are available to provide emergency care or ongoing treatment for chronic conditions. At South Peninsula Hospital, they strive to create an environment that fosters connection and support.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
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Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Alaska
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 nursing home care?
Yes — Alaska Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 2 nursing homes in Alaska. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.
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