Aurora Military Housing at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) in Anchorage, Alaska, provides essential support for military families making their home near JBER. Aurora Military Housing has a mission to create safe, comfortable, high-quality homes for military personnel and their families and a strong community for military families. In this article we will take a look at the mission, housing options, community and benefits of living with Aurora Military Housing.
A Mission Rooted in Service
Aurora Military Housing is a privatized housing community developed under the federal Military Housing Privatization Initiative (MHPI), a program establishes public-private partnerships to improve living conditions of service members. With the commitment to honor and provide homes that serve value and sacrifice. To ease the stress of moving for relocation or deployment, Aurora Military Housing provides a residence that is stable and welcoming.
Through their collaboration with the U.S. Air Force and Army, they know firsthand how the unique needs of military families differ. Housing solutions that are designed to adapt to the service member journey, whether it be quick deployments or long-term stationing.
Location: Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER)
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) A strategic military installation combining Elmendorf Air Force Base and Fort Richardson Army Post. It is situated in the city of Anchorage in the state of Alaska, offering both the breathtaking beauty of its natural landscape and access to defense operations that are critical to our nation.
Aurora Military Housing is a base or on-post family housing option. Families living on base are closest to workstations, medical facilities, schools and shopping centers. Military families lead a fuller life rooted in convenience when they are in close proximity to their daily needs and essential services.
What Families Need Housing Choices
Aurora Military Housing: Military family housing with a variety of floorplans and neighborhood types. There are options for every service member lifestyle, whether that is single, newly married, or with a large family.
Key housing features include:
- Flexible floor plans in 1 to 5-bedroom homes
- Updated kitchen with modern appliances
- Washer and dryer in each home
- An attached garage for most units
- Many neighborhoods have fenced back yards.
- Pet friendly policies for most units
Neighborhoods are oriented toward families, with parks, walking trails and community centers interspersed among the housing developments.
Here are some of the popular neighborhoods:
- Moose Crossing: Spacious layouts and a family friendly environment
- Kodiak: We’ve got new homes and easy access to Base facilities
- Otter lake: A commune surrounded by natural scenery, ideal for outdoor lovers
Community Life and Amenities
Aurora Military Housing is not just a base it is a community bonded by the act of supporting each other and navigating shared experiences. Residents have a strong sense of camaraderie, which can be difficult to find in a traditional civilian housing.
The community amenities do their part to forge that bond:
- Playgrounds and play areas for children
- Fitness centers and sports courts
- Walking and biking trails
- Event/activities spaces for community action
- Seasonal things like holiday parties, block parties and family movie nights
These offerings help families socialize, make friends and support one another, as if in a village, which can be particularly reassuring for families separated by deployment.
Maintenance & Support Services
Another great benefit of Aurora Military Housing is 24/7 maintenance and emergency services. This means that when a pipe bursts in the middle of the night or the heating system fails during a brutal Alaskan winter, help is only a phone call away.
The key to everything is a rapid service by Aurora’s dedicated maintenance working team, and all homes are kept in good condition. In addition, residents enjoy customer service trained in the nuances of the military lifestyle and capable of providing compassionate and efficient assistance.
Environmental Responsibility
Aurora Military Housing also likes to think of itself as environmentally friendly. Most homes come with energy-efficient appliances, LED lighting and water-saving fixtures. Real company even trains for design and waste reduction plans in its neighborhoods.
Sooner, as these uses eco-adapting efforts assistance lower energy costs for the people and help create a greener society.
Application and Eligibility
Eligible personnel to live in Aurora Military Housing are:
- Active duty service members who are stationed at JBER
- Members of the National Guard and Reserve
- Military retirees
- Civilians employed by the DoD (space available)
- Eligible military family members
How to connect with your bank and apply? Online applications for prospective residents can be submitted via the Aurora Military Housing website where available homes can also be searched, waitlist statuses checked and housing counselors can be contacted for individual assistance.
Testimonials: Voices of the Community
Residents have provided consistently strong feedback on Aurora Military Housing. The onsite access and the safe environment, professional staff and community events are things that many families enjoy that make life at JBER richer.
Here are a few testimonials:
“Living at Aurora has made our transition to Alaska smooth and enjoyable. The staff is always friendly, and we love the neighborhood atmosphere.” Sgt. James W., U.S. Army
“The maintenance team is outstanding. They respond quickly and always do a great job. We feel truly cared for here.” MSgt. Sarah T., U.S. Air Force
“Having parks and walking trails so close by has been a blessing for our kids and dog. We love our home!” Lindsey M., Military Spouse
Conclusion
Aurora Military Housing is a testament to what public-private partnerships can do to enhance the quality of life of military families. With safe, modern, community-oriented housing, Aurora contributes to the overall well-being of members stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
For service men and women relocating to Alaska, choosing Aurora Military Housing is not just about finding a place to live, it is finding a place to call home. Aurora is a hallmark of life at JBER with its strong sense of community, responsive support services and family-friendly environment.