Compare Nursing Homes around Alaska
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.
| Maple Springs of Wasilla | NH HOS RC SNF | Wasilla | 67
Facility
67
AK AVG
42
Rank
#12 / 42 |
79.1%
Facility
79.1%
AK AVG
89.1
Rank
#5 / 5 | -11% | 5.44
Facility
5.44
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#4 / 6 | -21% | -25% | $0
Facility
$0
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#1 / 6 | 36
Facility
36
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#5 / 6 | 7.2
Facility
7.2
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#4 / 6 | - | 53 | A+ |
22
Facility
22
AK AVG
40
Rank
#65 / 91 | Maple Springs Of Matsu Holdings, LLC | $10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
$23.7M
Rank
#3 / 3 | $8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
$6.2M
Rank
#3 / 3 | 77%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
77%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
26.1%
Rank
#1 / 3 | 25038 | ||||
| South Peninsula Hospital | NH SNF | Homer (Bartlett Street) | 28
Facility
28
AK AVG
42
Rank
#23 / 42 |
93.2%
Facility
93.2%
AK AVG
89.1
Rank
#2 / 5 | +5% | 9.04
Facility
9.04
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#1 / 6 | - | +25% | $0
Facility
$0
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#1 / 6 | 6
Facility
6
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#1 / 6 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#1 / 6 | - | 26 | - |
15
Facility
15
AK AVG
40
Rank
#70 / 91 | - | - | - | - | 25031 | ||||
| Petersburg Medical Center | NH HC SNF | Petersburg (Fram Street) | 15
Facility
15
AK AVG
42
Rank
#29 / 42 |
87.3%
Facility
87.3%
AK AVG
89.1
Rank
#4 / 5 | -2% | 6.31
Facility
6.31
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#2 / 6 | +49% | -13% | $0
Facility
$0
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#1 / 6 | 11
Facility
11
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#2 / 6 | 5.5
Facility
5.5
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#3 / 6 | - | 13 | - |
48
Facility
48
AK AVG
40
Rank
#36 / 91 | - | - | - | - | 25019 | ||||
| Denali Center | NH MC SNF | Fairbanks (South Fairbanks) | 71
Facility
71
AK AVG
42
Rank
#11 / 42 | - | - | 5.94
Facility
5.94
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#3 / 6 | -38% | -18% | $15.9k
Facility
$15.9k
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#4 / 6 | 26
Facility
26
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#4 / 6 | 8.7
Facility
8.7
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#5 / 6 | - | 72 | - |
32
Facility
32
AK AVG
40
Rank
#54 / 91 | - | - | - | - | 25020 | ||||
| Providence Transitional Care Center | NH SNF | Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage) | 50
Facility
50
AK AVG
42
Rank
#16 / 42 |
95.8%
Facility
95.8%
AK AVG
89.1
Rank
#1 / 5 | +7% | 4.54
Facility
4.54
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#5 / 6 | +25% | -37% | $109.4k
Facility
$109.4k
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#5 / 6 | 20
Facility
20
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#3 / 6 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#2 / 6 | 1 | 48 | - |
48
Facility
48
AK AVG
40
Rank
#36 / 91 | Providence Health & Services - Washington | $15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
$23.7M
Rank
#1 / 3 | $11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$11.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
$6.2M
Rank
#2 / 3 | 74.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
74.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
26.1%
Rank
#3 / 3 | 25018 | ||||
| Prestige Care and Rehab Center of Anchorage | NH HOS PC RC SNF | Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage) | 102
Facility
102
AK AVG
42
Rank
#4 / 42 |
90.2%
Facility
90.2%
AK AVG
89.1
Rank
#3 / 5 | +1% | 4.43
Facility
4.43
AK AVG
7.24
Rank
#6 / 6 | +2% | -39% | $316.4k
Facility
$316.4k
AK AVG
$86.8k
Rank
#6 / 6 | 62
Facility
62
AK AVG
25.1
Rank
#6 / 6 | 10.3
Facility
10.3
AK AVG
6.7
Rank
#6 / 6 | 1 | 92 | A+ |
15
Facility
15
AK AVG
40
Rank
#70 / 91 | Brian Delamarter | $19.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$19.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
$23.7M
Rank
#2 / 3 | $12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
$6.2M
Rank
#1 / 3 | 63.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
63.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AK AVG
26.1%
Rank
#2 / 3 | 25025 |
Overview of Northern Comfort Assisted Living
Helping seniors since 2002, Northern Comfort is an idyllic senior living community located in the countryside setting of North Lagoon Drive, Wasilla, AK, that offers assisted living, intermittent nursing care, and short-term skilled nursing. The community features homey and purposely built accommodations in variations of private and semi-private rooms, seniors experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. With the community handling daily chores and maintenance, residents have more time to explore new interests and make the most of their days.
Northern Comfort boasts a combined 100 years of experience in caring for seniors to ensure they experience the best things in their golden years. Blanketed by lush nature and warm trees, the community is great for relaxation and peace of mind. Moreover, residents are encouraged to keep living an active and well-engaged life with fun recreational activities conducted all year round. Northern Comfort strives to provide seniors with a blissful retirement by providing them with a community that is warm and welcoming.
Nestled in the serene surroundings of Wasilla, Alaska, Arctic Rose Assisted Living Facility provides compassionate senior living options catered to each resident’s needs. Individualized care plans are given to residents with the goal of enhancing their mental, emotional, and spiritual health and sense of community. The community’s committed team, consisting of trained nursing assistants and registered nurses, offers round-the-clock support with daily living activities and medication administration to guarantee residents’ comfort and safety at all times.
At Arctic Rose, they provide various services and amenities that foster convenience and comfort, including laundry and housekeeping services, excellent home-style meals, appointments, and travel assistance. To promote socializing and mental stimulation, residents participate in activities including Senior University, volunteer work, and companion time. Arctic Rose maintains the highest standards while ensuring every resident feels home, surrounded by care, support, and meaningful connections.
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
01
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 12 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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