Home Instead – Anchorage

Overview of Home Instead – Anchorage

Home Instead represents a compassionate community dedicated to enhancing the aging experience in Anchorage, Alaska. Their mission centers on crafting a personalized elder care plan that aligns with the family’s unique needs, ultimately bringing comfort, connection, and an enhanced quality of life to those who cherish the familiarity and warmth of their home. Senior care services offered by Home Instead® are designed to provide practical support at home, infused with a human touch.

Their professional caregivers fully immerse themselves wherever home may be, offering invaluable assistance with everyday activities of daily living while forging lasting and meaningful relationships. With a commitment to keeping aging adults engaged in the tapestry of everyday life, Home Instead® delivers tailor-made support through a team of skilled caregivers, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in the comfort of their homes.

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Types of Care at Home Instead – Anchorage

Home Care

Walk Score: 92 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

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2.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Anchorage's city center to Home Instead – Anchorage's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.2 miles to nearest hospital (Mended Hearts)

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Alaskans Living Independently Waiver

Alaska Medicaid ALI Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Alaska resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual), adjusted for AK cost of living. Higher income limits due to cost of living; rural focus.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Benefits

Home health aides (4-8 hours/day) Chore services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Home modifications (e.g., ramps, ~$1,000 covered)

Senior Benefits Program

Alaska Senior Benefits

Age 65+

General Alaska resident for 12+ months.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,841/month (individual), ~$2,483/month (couple).

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Tiered payments based on income.

Benefits

Monthly cash payments ($76-$250/month based on income) for care or living costs Free; no repayment

Senior Access Program (SAP)

AK SAP

Age 55+

General Alaska resident, primary residence, documented accessibility need.

Income Limits ≤100% area median income e.g., ~$74,850-$92,200 individual, varies by region

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Higher grants in high-cost, remote areas; no new funding currently, but applications accepted.

Benefits

Grants for modifications (e.g., ramps, grab bars; $15,000-$35,000 owner-occupied, $10,000-$30,000 renters, $10,000-$20,000 small ALFs)

Senior In-Home (SIH) Services

AK SIH

Age 60+

General Alaska resident, physical/cognitive impairment, not Medicaid-eligible.

Income Limits Low-income, above Medicaid threshold ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies

Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven.

Prioritizes Alzheimer’s/dementia, rural, or isolated seniors.

Benefits

In-home care (up to 10 hours/week) Respite (varies) Minor home mods (e.g., $500 avg.) PERS

Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP)

AK HAP

Age —

General Alaska resident, priority for 60+, heating bill ≥$200/month.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,950/month (1-person), $2,641/month (2-person), scales up.

Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in winter; rural areas often qualify due to fuel costs.

Benefits

One-time payment (avg. $500-$1,000/year, varies by need and fuel type)

Alaska CARES Program

AK CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of Alaska residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

Focus on high-need caregivers; complements other respite programs.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

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Home Instead – Anchorage	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.	Anchorage (Midtown)	-	No	92	-	A+
Comfort Keepers – Anchorage	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.	Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage)	-	No	58	-	-
Providence Anchorage Home Health	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.	Anchorage (U-Med District)	-	No	62	-	-
TLC Care Services	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. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Anchorage (Midtown)	-	No	62	-	-
Preferred Care at Home of Alaska	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.	Anchorage (Midtown)	-	No	79	-	-

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What neighborhood is Home Instead – Anchorage in?

Home Instead – Anchorage is in the Midtown neighborhood of Anchorage.

Is Home Instead – Anchorage in a walkable area?

Home Instead – Anchorage has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the phone number of Home Instead – Anchorage?

(778) 924-7613 will put you in contact with the team at Home Instead – Anchorage.

Is Home Instead – Anchorage Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Home Instead – Anchorage is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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