Preferred Care at Home of Alaska

Preferred Care at Home of Alaska

601 W 41st Ave STE 102, Anchorage, AK 99503 View Map

Preferred Care at Home of Alaska is a Home Care Agency in Alaska

Preferred Care at Home… is a Home Care Agency in Alaska

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Overview of Preferred Care at Home of Alaska

Since its establishment in 1984, the founders of Preferred Care at Home have been privileged to enhance the quality of life for their clients, all while preserving their dignity and independence. Their legacy continues as Preferred Care at Home maintains its tradition of referring only the most reliable, compassionate, experienced, and cost-effective caregivers to clients’ homes or care facilities.

Their range of non-medical services is extensive, available from 1 to 24 hours per day, and they offer qualified live-in caregivers who provide round-the-clock peace of mind for clients and their loved ones. They have steadfastly committed to providing access to high-quality services at affordable rates. Preferred Care at Home extends its home care services to numerous areas, including Anchorage, Eagle River, Chugiak, Soldotna, Palmer, Fairbanks, North Pole, and more, ensuring that their compassionate care reaches those who need it across various communities.

Home Information Preferred Care at Home of Alaska

Community Stability & Environment

  • Walk Score Info Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car. 79 / 100 Very Walkable
    Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many essentials within a short walk. Strong sidewalk network and safe crossings. Car useful but not necessary for daily life.

Types of Care at Preferred Care at Home of Alaska

Home Care
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Address 3.2 miles from city center

Address 601 W 41st Ave STE 102, Anchorage, AK 99503

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About the Neighborhood About the Neighborhood

Anchorage provides many indoor and outdoor options. Seniors can enjoy flat, paved walks on the Chester Creek Trail. The Anchorage Senior Activity Center also offers a warm place for classes and social meals.

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Comparison Chart

Compare Home Care around Anchorage
Community
Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed #
Pets Allowed
BBB Score
Walk Score
Home Owner
CCN
Occupancy
Home Revenue
Preferred Care at Home of Alaska
HC

Home Care

Anchorage
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
79
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Comfort Keepers – Anchorage
HC

Home Care

HC

Hospice Care

Anchorage
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
58
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Home Instead – Anchorage
HC

Home Care

Anchorage
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
92
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Providence Anchorage Home Health
HC

Home Care

Anchorage
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
62
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
TLC Care Services
HC

Home Care

RC

Respite Care

Anchorage
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
62
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Alaska Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Alaskans Living Independently Waiver
Alaska Medicaid ALI Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Alaska resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual), adjusted for AK cost of living.
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • AK Specifics: Higher income limits due to cost of living; rural focus.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 65+, Alaska resident for 12+ months.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,841/month (individual), ~$2,483/month (couple).
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • AK Specifics: Tiered payments based on income.
  • Services: Monthly cash payments ($76-$250/month based on income) for care or living costs.
  • Cost: Free; no repayment.
Senior Access Program (SAP)
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Higher grants in high-cost, remote areas; no new funding currently, but applications accepted.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Prioritizes Alzheimer’s/dementia, rural, or isolated seniors.
  • Services: In-home care (up to 10 hours/week), respite (varies), minor home mods (e.g., $500 avg.), PERS.
Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP)
  • 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 Specifics: High demand in winter; rural areas often qualify due to fuel costs.
  • Services: One-time payment (avg. $500-$1,000/year, varies by need and fuel type).
Alaska CARES Program
AK CARES
  • 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 Specifics: Focus on high-need caregivers; complements other respite programs.
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Alaska Seniors

Alaska Medicaid ALI Waiver

Alaskans Living Independently Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Alaska resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual), adjusted for AK cost of living.
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • AK Specifics:
    Higher income limits due to cost of living; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Home health aides (4-8 hours/day), chore services, respite care (up to 14 days/year), home modifications (e.g., ramps, ~$1,000 covered).
Alaska Senior Benefits

Senior Benefits Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Alaska resident for 12+ months.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,841/month (individual), ~$2,483/month (couple).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • AK Specifics:
    Tiered payments based on income.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Monthly cash payments ($76-$250/month based on income) for care or living costs.
  • Cost: Free; no repayment.
AK SAP

Senior Access Program (SAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
    Higher grants in high-cost, remote areas; no new funding currently, but applications accepted.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 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).
AK SIH

Senior In-Home (SIH) Services

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, 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 Specifics:
    Prioritizes Alzheimer’s/dementia, rural, or isolated seniors.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (up to 10 hours/week), respite (varies), minor home mods (e.g., $500 avg.), PERS.
AK HAP

Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP)

Requirements:
  • 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 Specifics:
    High demand in winter; rural areas often qualify due to fuel costs.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: One-time payment (avg. $500-$1,000/year, varies by need and fuel type).
AK CARES

Alaska CARES Program

Requirements:
  • 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 Specifics:
    Focus on high-need caregivers; complements other respite programs.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).

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