Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home
Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home
Thirty years in Palmer, Alaska, and Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home still centers on the population it was built for: veterans. Of its 79 beds, 59 are set aside specifically for veterans, with 20 available to non-veterans, a structure that shapes the whole community rather than sitting as a side detail. The State of Alaska owns and operates the facility directly, which sets it apart from most privately-run senior living communities.
Care spans independent living, assisted living, and memory care under one roof, with support that includes help with daily living activities, medication management, and memory care services. The single-story building sits in a moderately walkable part of the city, with a Walk Score of 52, useful for some errands without eliminating the need for a car on others.
Daily life leans social: ice cream socials, art walks, and cooking and gardening contests all show up on the activities calendar, and meals are planned around each resident’s own dietary needs and preferences rather than a single standard menu. Fitness and recreation options round out what’s available, and an automatic sprinkler system is part of the building’s safety setup. Teddy Krogh administers the community day-to-day.
This is a state-run community built specifically around veterans’ needs, with three decades of operating history, a wide range of care levels, and daily programming that leans toward keeping residents socially engaged.
79-bed community Rank #9 / 42Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 42 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
30 years in operation Rank #1 / 42Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 42 homes in Alaska for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Alaska facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 52 / 100 Rank #31 / 91Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Home
StatusBiennial
IssuanceSeptember 1, 2024
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026
License Number77
Year Opened1996-06-20
Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home is legally operated by State of Alaska, and administered by Teddy Krogh.
OwnerState Of Alaska
Automatic Sprinkler System
Email
teddy.krogh@alaska.gov
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home
What neighborhood is Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home in?
Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home is in the East Fireweed Avenue neighborhood of Palmer.
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. Moderately 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.
When does Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home's license expire?
According to AK state health department records, Alaska Veterans & Pioneers Home's license expires on August 31, 2026.
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.
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