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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Juneau, Alaska
1 of 1 nursing homes in Juneau (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Alaska statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
57
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Juneau, Alaska, is limited but maintains a good quality rating, with 100% of facilities recommended. Families should note that Wildflower Court is the top facility, offering a 4-star rating and no fines, ensuring a reliable option for care.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 WILDFLOWER COURT (70) — Wildflower Court stands out with its solid 4-star CMS rating and a commendable Trust Score of 70/100. This city/county facility, which prioritizes community well-being, offers a safe and supportive environment for its 57 residents, evidenced by its B grade and absence of fines.
Recommended
Wildflower Court stands out with its solid 4-star CMS rating and a commendable Trust Score of 70/100. This city/county facility, which prioritizes community well-being, offers a safe and supportive environment for its 57 residents, evidenced by its B grade and absence of fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Juneau Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Juneau Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Juneau's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Juneau facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Juneau avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Juneau facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Juneau, AK are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Juneau (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Juneau "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Juneau?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.