Sitka Pioneers Home

Sitka Pioneers Home is an Independent Living Home in Alaska

Sitka Pioneers Home is an Independent Living Home in Alaska

Sitka Pioneers Home

120 Katlian St, Sitka, AK 99835 View Map

Sitka Pioneers Home is an Independent Living Home in Alaska

Sitka Pioneers Home is an Independent Living Home in Alaska

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Overview of Sitka Pioneers Home

Sitka Pioneer Home boasts a remarkable history deeply intertwined with Alaska’s state and territorial narrative. Originally a Russian log barracks in the 1800s, today’s Sitka Pioneer Home accommodates up to 65 men and women, thoughtfully organized into six neighborhoods. This neighborhood approach fosters a secure and appreciative environment for loved ones with dementia.
As an Eden Alternative® Registered Home, it is committed to enriching the lives of both residents and staff. This assisted living community is dedicated to providing compassionate care to elders, staff, families, and the wider community, upholding dignity and individuality. With a passionate care team, they cater to the diverse needs of senior residents, ranging from fully independent individuals to those requiring extensive physical and those looking for an assisted living community memory care services.

Home Information Sitka Pioneers Home

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. 74 / 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.
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Address 120 Katlian St, Sitka, AK 99835

Address 120 Katlian St, Sitka, AK 99835

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Comparison Chart

Compare Independent Living around Juneau
Community
Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed #
Pets Allowed
BBB Score
Walk Score
Home Owner
CCN
Occupancy
Home Revenue
Sitka Pioneers Home
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Sitka
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
74
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
J and J Independent Living
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Wasilla
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
0
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Prestige Care and Rehabilitation Center of Anchorage
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Anchorage
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
15
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Scott Manor
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Eagle River
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
15
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Senior Services Adult Day Center
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Fairbanks
N/A
N/A
No
N/A
53
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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