Sunrise House
Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Nursing Home · Wasilla, AK

Sunrise House

Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Nursing Home · Wasilla, AK

Overview of Sunrise House

Five beds define the scale of Sunrise House, a small community in Wasilla, Alaska covering memory care, assisted living, independent living, and nursing home care at 801 S. Hermon Rd. That small footprint tends to mean something specific: staff who know residents well, and a quieter day-to-day rhythm than a larger building could offer. Getting around outside the property takes some planning, since the Walk Score here is 39, somewhat walkable at best.

Daily support covers routine assistance along with massage therapy services, an amenity that shows up less often at this scale. The building itself includes a theater room, walking trails, and a beauty shop, giving residents a handful of on-site options without needing to leave or rely on members of their families to be free to drive them to outside appointments. Meals come with accommodations built in, both for special dietary needs and for residents who need help eating, a detail that matters for a community this size, where meal planning can flex around individual residents rather than a standard menu.

This is a small, closely-staffed community built around personalized daily support and a handful of on-site amenities, suited to residents and families who want a more intimate setting over a larger, more institutional one.

Bed community size
5-bed community Rank #31 / 42Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 42 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alaska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #48 / 91Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 91 homes in Alaska for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Alaska facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alaska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Compare Memory Care around Wasilla

Info below is compiled from 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.

Sunrise House
MC
AL
IL
NH
Wasilla
5
Facility 5
AK AVG 42
Rank #31 / 42
No
39
Facility 39
AK AVG 40
Rank #48 / 91
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Primrose of Wasilla
MC
AL
IL
Wasilla-Yes
31
Facility 31
AK AVG 40
Rank #56 / 91
1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
AK AVG 12
Rank #24 / 42
A+
Hope – Resolution Bay
MC
AL
HC
IL
RC
Wasilla-No
47
Facility 47
AK AVG 40
Rank #40 / 91
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Alaska

Sunrise House is located in Wasilla, Alaska.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Sunrise House

Is Sunrise House in a walkable area?

Sunrise House has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Sunrise House?

No, Sunrise House has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Sunrise House?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Sunrise House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Sunrise House?

Sunrise House is located at 801 S. Hermon Rd, Wasilla, AK 99654.

What is the phone number of Sunrise House?

(844) 601-4058 will put you in contact with the team at Sunrise House.

Is Sunrise House Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Sunrise House is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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