Northern Comfort Assisted Living
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Skilled Nursing · Wasilla, AK

Northern Comfort Assisted Living

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Skilled Nursing · Wasilla, AK

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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 16 Rank #9 / 12Bed count — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 9th out of 12 nursing homes we track in Alaska for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alaska facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alaska that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
4 years

About this community

License Details

StatusBiennial
IssuanceFebruary 7, 2025
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number101473
Year Opened2022-01-01

Ownership & Operating Entity

Northern Comfort Assisted Living is legally operated by Forays, Ltd. dba Northern Comfort, and administered by Anna Roehl.

OwnerForays, Ltd. dba Northern Comfort

Safety & Compliance

Automatic Sprinkler System

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type3-story

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Address 6.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wasilla's city center to Northern Comfort Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Alaska

Northern Comfort Assisted Living is located in Wasilla, Alaska.
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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.
AK

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.
AK

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.
AK

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.
AK

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.
AK

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Northern Comfort Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Northern Comfort Assisted Living in?

Northern Comfort Assisted Living is in the Lakes neighborhood of Wasilla.

Who is the owner of Northern Comfort Assisted Living?

Northern Comfort Assisted Living is legally operated by Forays, Ltd. dba Northern Comfort, and administered by Anna Roehl.

What is the license number of Northern Comfort Assisted Living?

According to AK state health department records, Northern Comfort Assisted Living's license number is 101473.

When does Northern Comfort Assisted Living's license expire?

According to AK state health department records, Northern Comfort Assisted Living's license expires on December 31, 2026.

How long has Northern Comfort Assisted Living been in business?

Northern Comfort Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Northern Comfort Assisted Living?

No, Northern Comfort Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Northern Comfort Assisted Living?

Anna Roehl is the administrator of Northern Comfort Assisted Living.

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