Best Nursing Homes in Fairbanks, AK

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1 nursing home in Fairbanks, AK using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in AK
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Overview of Denali Center

Denali Center is a 71-bed SNF in Fairbanks, Alaska, situated in the South Fairbanks neighborhood at 1510 19th Ave. It’s located in an area with a Walk Score of 32, meaning some nearby services are walkable, but most trips require transportation.

The facility maintains robust nursing staffing all day. Residents get approximately 5 hours 57 minutes of total nursing care per resident day, broken down into registered nurse coverage of 1 hour 5 minutes, nurse aide support of 3 hours 12 minutes, and licensed practical nurse care of 1 hour 5 minutes per resident daily. This staffing structure ensures consistent hands-on support for occupants’ daily needs and medical care. Medicare and Medicaid are welcome, providing routes for short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term skilled nursing care. The facility accepts visiting family and community members to a place that, while car-dependent for almost all errands, remains accessible to people traveling by vehicle.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Fairbanks, AK

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 1 nursing home in Fairbanks, AK. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Fairbanks, AK?

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 Fairbanks, AK, 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 Fairbanks, AK?

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.

Nursing Homes in Fairbanks at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Fairbanks, AK. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 4.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Fairbanks, AK. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Fairbanks, AK. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5