Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan
Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan
Found on Bryant Street in a highly walkable neighborhood where most daily errands can be done on foot, Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan is a 45-bed assisted living community in the hub of Ketchikan, Alaska. The community is distinguished by its deep commitment to Ketchikan’s historical legacy and active engagement with the broader community.
The home centers its mission on preserving local history via active research and publication about Ketchikan’s leading heritage. This commitment transcends the residence: the community maintains Bayview Cemetery Garden, awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors, and provides space for local gatherings and celebrations. With a calendar of community-connected events, residents join monthly membership meetings, seasonal observances, birthday gatherings, and regular teas. The walkable location is convenient for visiting family members to navigate the surrounding neighborhood on foot and for residents to stay linked to the broader Ketchikan community.
45-bed community Rank #19 / 43Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 43 homes in Alaska for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alaska facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alaska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 73 / 100 Rank #9 / 91Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 91 homes in Alaska for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Alaska facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alaska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusBiennial
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
License Number60
Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan is administered by Vanessa Bruns.
Owner NameState Of Alaska
Email
vanessa.bruns@alaska.gov
Specific ProgramsMonthly Membership Meetings, Memorial Day Remembrance, Maintain Bayview Cemetery Garden, Teas at the Ketchikan Pioneer Home, Birthday Parties at the Ketchikan Pioneer Home, Award scholarships to graduating high school seniors, Seasonal Celebrations, Provide space for community gatherings, Keep history alive by researching and publishing articles about Ketchikan Pioneers
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The information below is reported by the Alaska Department of Health, Division of Health Care Services.
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| Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan | AL | Ketchikan | 45 | No | - | 73 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan
Who is the owner of Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan?
Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan is legally operated by State of Alaska, and administered by Vanessa Bruns.
Is Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan in a walkable area?
Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan?
According to AK state health department records, Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan's license number is 60.
What is the best email address for Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan?
The team at Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan can be reached at vanessa.bruns@alaska.gov.
Who is the administrator of Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan?
Vanessa Bruns is the administrator of Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan.
How many beds does Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan have?
Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan has 45 beds.
Are there photos of Pioneers’ Home-Ketchikan?
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