Arctic Rose Assisted Living is a luxuriously appointed 5-bedroom home located in the majestic
Matanuska Susitna Valley. This stunning home boasts 14-foot ceilings that showcase the formal
entry and is equipped with
It has been said that kitchen is the “hub” of the home, and this kitchen will certainly impress you. Decorated with a bit of whimsy and state-of-the art stainless steel appliances and granite countertops – the homey smells of freshly baked desserts will delight you. Each spacious gathering room is perfect for family visits and special events. gather around the fireplace and make new memories. During the warmer months, an outdoor covered dining make new memories. During the warmer months, an outdoor covered dining area is complete with barbeque and is available for entertaining. Each of the five bedrooms is appointed with large closets, high speed internet and flat-screen TVs for your enjoyment. These suites are roomy enough to accommodate couples, please inquire for availability.
Owner And Operator
Arctic Rose Assisted Living Home is in the highly capable and caring handof owner and operator, Varun Patel. Before Varun got into the caregiving business, he was caring for people. Raised by his mother and grandmother, who cared for elders in their home, Varun was influenced by compassion, kindness, and the ability to solve problems for people at a young age. Later, Varun joined the Army and became a Army Officer, while serving his country he also earned his master’s degree in business from the University of Southern California. In 2015, Varun was honored to be selected as the Vice President of Logistics for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games. And in 2016, Varun came to Alaska and fell in the love with the friendly people and the glorious landscape. He decided to stay in Alaska and become an investor. Varun leaned on his business sense and generations of caring that had gone before him. He envisioned an assisted living home that was excellent in beauty, accessibility, care, and a variety of services offered. He envisioned Arctic Rose Assisted Living, LLC.
Operations and Logistics
After a 24 year career in the Army, with 12 of those years in public health and medical services, Ed is looking forward to the next challenge in his life: providing quality, compassionate care for vulnerable populations. Ed and Varun served together in the Army and decided to go into business together in 2020 in order to help meet the increasing demand for assisted living services across Alaska, with a focus on providing excellent care in comfortable, homelike settings that residents are excited to live in and team members are proud to work in. He brings a great deal of leadership, management, logistical and operational experience to the team.
Administrator
Elisa has been a nurse for nearly 40 years! She brings a plethora of knowledge and know-how to the organization. Some might say that she IS the organization – with her humor, patience, heart, ability to take on any challenge, and dash of tenacity, she keeps Briar Rose on track and running smoothly. Elisa is the point of contact for licensing and day-to-day operations. From “A to Z, I handle everything.” She says, and she does. Elisa finds a lot of satisfaction in providing a variety of activities for residents to choose from – she believes life is treasured the most when enjoyed and lived to the fullest.
Administrator
Nikki has been dedicated to caring for our residents for over 3 years, bringing a sharp mind, a signature bubbly personality, and a relentless “can-do” attitude to everything she does. Starting her journey as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and working her way into administration, she brings a deep, firsthand understanding of resident needs and everyday operations. Nikki’s genuine love for her residents shines through in every interaction, ensuring they always feel valued and supported. Her positive outlook, intelligence, and unwavering dedication make her an indispensable heart of the team
Administrator
Alejandra Salazar is the Administrator and plays a vital role in the day-to-day management of the facility. With a strong background in healthcare administration and team leadership, he oversees staffing coordination, facility services, quality improvement initiatives, and resident satisfaction programs. Robert is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork, ensuring that residents receive quality care while maintaining a comfortable and welcoming community environment for residents, families, and employees.
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If you or your loved one is in need of caregiving services, we encourage you to reach out for a complimentary evaluation so we can customize an appropriate plan of care. Contact us for more information.
Arctic Rose Assisted Living Facility, LLC is committed to positively impacting the lives of individuals meeting challenges that accompany delayed or interrupted intellectual and/or physical development. We are veteran owned and operated.