Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home

Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home

Overview of Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home

Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home provides nursing home care in Palmer, Alaska, with ongoing nursing support and assistance with daily activities in a residential setting. The home has 79 beds, giving families a clear sense of its overall size.

Teddy Krogh serves as administrator, and the State of Alaska operates the home. It may be a good fit for someone who needs continuing nursing support and help with daily activities while living in a residential setting.

By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 79 Rank #3 / 12Bed count — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 3rd out of 12 nursing homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alaska that reports data for that category. Nursing homes 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.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
30 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #1 / 11Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 1st out of 11 nursing homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alaska that reports data for that category. Nursing homes 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.
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About this community

License Details

IssuanceSeptember 1, 2024
License Number77
Year Opened1996-06-20

Ownership & Operating Entity

Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home is legally operated by State of Alaska, and administered by Teddy Krogh.

OwnerState Of Alaska

Safety & Compliance

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Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Alaska

Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home is located in Palmer, Alaska.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Alaska.

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Alaskans Living Independently Waiver

Alaska Medicaid ALI Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Alaska resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual), adjusted for AK cost of living. Higher income limits due to cost of living; rural focus.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
Benefits
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

Alaska Senior Benefits

Age 65+
General Alaska resident for 12+ months.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,841/month (individual), ~$2,483/month (couple).
Asset Limits Not applicable.
AK

Tiered payments based on income.

Benefits
Monthly cash payments ($76-$250/month based on income) for care or living costs Free; no repayment

Senior Access Program (SAP)

AK SAP

Age 55+
General 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

Higher grants in high-cost, remote areas; no new funding currently, but applications accepted.

Benefits
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

AK SIH

Age 60+
General 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

Prioritizes Alzheimer’s/dementia, rural, or isolated seniors.

Benefits
In-home care (up to 10 hours/week) Respite (varies) Minor home mods (e.g., $500 avg.) PERS

Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP)

AK HAP

Age
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

High demand in winter; rural areas often qualify due to fuel costs.

Benefits
One-time payment (avg. $500-$1,000/year, varies by need and fuel type)

Alaska CARES Program

AK CARES

Age
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

Focus on high-need caregivers; complements other respite programs.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home

Who is the owner of Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home?

Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home is legally operated by State of Alaska, and administered by Teddy Krogh.

Is Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home in a walkable area?

Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home has a walk score of 52. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home?

According to AK state health department records, Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home's license number is 77.

How long has Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home been in business?

Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home has been operating for approximately 30 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home?

No, Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home?

The team at Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home can be reached at teddy.krogh@alaska.gov.

Who is the administrator of Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home?

Teddy Krogh is the administrator of Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home.

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