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Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Residential Care · Tacoma, WA
Two staff members engaged at a table in the facility Comfortable seating area in a bright common room Cozy common area with stone fireplace and decorations Residents enjoying the outdoor garden area

Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Residential Care · Tacoma, WA
11519 24Th Ave E, Tacoma, WA 98445 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma

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Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma is a locally owned, Christian memory care community in Tacoma, Washington, that specializes in long-term care for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-related conditions. This 60-bed community was established in 1995 and recognized as one of the first purpose-built dementia care communities in Pierce County, representing nearly three decades of dedicated experience. The community is one of the most consistently compliant options in the state, along with a secured perimeter and a deficiency-free rating since 2015.

The DSHS inspection record highlights this exceptional standing, with the most recent review on November 4, 2024, finding no deficiencies and confirming full compliance with licensing requirements. While an earlier fire safety inspection in April 2023 noted documentation issues regarding fire hydrant clearance, fire alarm panel access, and drill records, these were all confirmed to be corrected in subsequent follow-ups. Additionally, there were no complaint investigations listed in the current reports. A combination of a clean 2024 result and a decade-long streak of deficiency-free ratings creates one of the strongest compliance profiles in the Washington memory care market.

The community focuses on individualized care and transparent family communication as core priorities, providing a secure environment specifically designed for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia-related wandering risks. The current occupancy rate is 57%, which is below the state average, suggesting that availability for interested families is more favorable compared to many other local options.

Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma is best suited for families in Tacoma and Pierce County seeking a long-established, faith-oriented memory care community with an outstanding compliance history. The community’s Christian values foundation and a top-tier regulatory record make it one of the most credible memory care options in the South Sound region.

Facility Direct Line (253) 539-3410
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Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #236 / 355Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 236th out of 355 homes in Washington for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington 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
Walk Score: 12 / 100 Rank #573 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 573rd out of 626 homes in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
57%
Rank #245 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th out of 282 homes in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington 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.
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
34 / 60
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
CountyPierce
License Number1293
Inspection RatingDeficiency free since 2015

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsDementia 101 Workshop

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Inspection History

In Washington, the Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services conducts unannounced inspections and issues reports on the quality of care in all licensed settings.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 7 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Washington state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (77% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 731 This facility has 77% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (7 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 77% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 4, 2024 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed all prior licensing-related issues were corrected.
  • April 24, 2023 fire safety inspection found seven deficiencies including missing fire drill documentation, fire door inspection, and fire-resistance-rated construction inventory.
  • Fire safety violations involved clearance issues, missing maintenance records for smoke detectors and dampers, and incomplete fire drill documentation, leading to disapproval of the inspection.
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Address 8.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tacoma's city center to Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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ADC
MC
Tacoma (Eastside)
145
Facility 145
WA AVG 81
Rank #18 / 355
No
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #329 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 46.2% 5
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 278
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 278
The Village Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (South Tacoma)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 81
Rank #66 / 355
Yes
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 51
Rank #320 / 626
Suite-1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 278
5.0
Facility 5.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #176 / 278
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #141 / 355
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #189 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 98.8% 2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 278
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #40 / 278
eliseo
AL
IL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 81
Rank #195 / 355
Yes
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 51
Rank #526 / 626
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms 71.8% 4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #54 / 278
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #70 / 278
Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma
AL
MC
RESC
E Tacoma
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 81
Rank #236 / 355
No
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 51
Rank #573 / 626
- 56.7% 2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 31
Rank #33 / 278
3.5
Facility 3.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #111 / 278
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma is located in E Tacoma, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma

Is Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma in a walkable area?

Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma?

According to WA state health department records, Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma's license number is 1293.

What is the occupancy rate at Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma?

Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma's occupancy is 57%.

Are pets allowed at Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma?

No, Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma have?

Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma has 60 beds.

Are there photos of Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma?

Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma is located at 11519 24Th Ave E, Tacoma, WA 98445.

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