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Assisted LivingBoard and Care Home
Features
Housing
2 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Ted Stevens Anchorage International (8 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Description
Located in Anchorage, AK, Hope Sherwood is a board and care home that offers personalized and compassionate care for seniors. Our fully furnished facility provides a comfortable and homely environment for residents to thrive in.
We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, which is why we offer a range of amenities to support our residents' wellbeing. Our dining room serves delicious meals that can accommodate special dietary restrictions. Housekeeping services ensure that the living spaces are clean and tidy at all times. Residents also have access to outdoor spaces such as gardens, where they can enjoy fresh air and nature.
At Hope Sherwood, we prioritize the overall wellness of our residents. To assist with activities of daily living, our dedicated staff is always available to provide assistance with bathing, dressing, and transfers. We also work closely with health care providers to coordinate any necessary medical care and medication management.
Residents will never feel isolated or bored at Hope Sherwood. We organize scheduled daily activities to keep them engaged and entertained. Additionally, our convenient location puts us in close proximity to various amenities. There are four cafes, three parks, four pharmacies, 56 physicians, 16 restaurants, two places of worship, one theater nearby. For any transportation needs related to medical appointments or doctors' visits, we can arrange reliable transportation services.
At Hope Sherwood in Anchorage, AK, we strive to create a warm and welcoming community where seniors feel safe and supported. With our comprehensive care services and convenient location near essential amenities, families can have peace of mind knowing their loved ones are receiving top-quality care in a nurturing environment.
Nearby Places of Interest
Places of Worship
Anchorage Baptist Temple (0.5 miles)
St Innocent Russian Orthodox Cathedral (1.1 miles)
Physicians
Alaska Commons Surgery Center (0.5 miles)
Southcentral Foundation (2 miles)
VA MEDICAL Center-ANCHORAGE (2.1 miles)
Alaska Spine Institute (2.1 miles)
University Imaging Center (2.2 miles)
JBER Orthopedic Clinic (2.3 miles)
Devine, Irisa Providence Medical Group Alaska Pediatric Neurosciences (2.4 miles)
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