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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.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 60 Rank #237 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 237th out of 356 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #576 / 619Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 576th out of 619 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
12 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #244 / 276Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th out of 276 homes we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 276. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
57% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
34 / 60

About this community

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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 7 deficiencies 2 inspections

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. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (77% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (22% 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
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.54.51 This facility has 22% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3.5 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 22% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 29 This facility has had 78% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (2 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 78% fewer
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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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Compare Assisted Living around Tacoma

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

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Peoples Senior Living
AL
ADC
MC
Tacoma (Eastside)
145
Facility 145
WA AVG 81
Rank #18 / 356
No
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #331 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
46.2%
Facility 46.2%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #258 / 276
-5
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 279
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 279
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #141 / 356
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #189 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
98.8%
Facility 98.8%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #11 / 276
-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 279
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #38 / 279
Brookdale Allenmore
AL
IL
Tacoma (Central Tacoma)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 81
Rank #163 / 356
Yes
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 51
Rank #198 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
63.8%
Facility 63.8%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #218 / 276
A+10
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #102 / 279
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 279
Cascade Park Gardens
AL
MC
Tacoma (South Tacoma)
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 81
Rank #228 / 356
No
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 51
Rank #176 / 619
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #46 / 276
-7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 31
Rank #38 / 279
1.1
Facility 1.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #18 / 279
Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma
AL
MC
RESC
E Tacoma
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 81
Rank #237 / 356
No
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 51
Rank #576 / 619
-
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #244 / 276
-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 31
Rank #33 / 279
3.5
Facility 3.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #112 / 279
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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.

Has Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma had any deficiencies?

Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma has had 7 reported deficiencies according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

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