Sitka Pioneers Home
Sitka Pioneers Home is an Independent Living Home in Alaska
Sitka Pioneers Home
Sitka Pioneers Home is an Independent Living Home in Alaska
Sitka Pioneer Home boasts a remarkable history deeply intertwined with Alaska’s state and territorial narrative. Originally a Russian log barracks in the 1800s, today’s Sitka Pioneer Home accommodates up to 65 men and women, thoughtfully organized into six neighborhoods. This neighborhood approach fosters a secure and appreciative environment for loved ones with dementia.
As an Eden Alternative® Registered Home, it is committed to enriching the lives of both residents and staff. This assisted living community is dedicated to providing compassionate care to elders, staff, families, and the wider community, upholding dignity and individuality. With a passionate care team, they cater to the diverse needs of senior residents, ranging from fully independent individuals to those requiring extensive physical and those looking for an assisted living community memory care services.
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120 Katlian St, Sitka, AK 99835
120 Katlian St, Sitka, AK 99835
Email:[email protected]
Phone:(907) 747-3213
Email:[email protected]
Phone:(907) 747-3213
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Daily Trivia Games
Test your knowledge, have fun, and win friendly bragging rights.
Shared Hobbies & Projects
Team up with others who love gardening, crafts, photography, and writing.
Birthday Celebrations
We honor our members with live shoutouts, music, and cheerful messages.
Story Circles
Share your life stories, lessons, and laughter with friends who truly listen.
Memory Match Mondays
Boost your brain with fun, interactive memory games.
Travel Time Machine
Take virtual tours through Rome, Paris, or America's most beautiful national parks.
Magic Nights
Enjoy weekly live magic shows that surprise and delight.
Pen Pal Connections
Make new friends across the country through letters, stories, and shared memories.
Golden Hour Music Sessions
Sing along to timeless favorites with live performers and themed playlists.
Garden & Nature Club
Watch live garden tours, swap growing tips, and share photos of your blooms.
Gentle Movement & Meditation
Stretch, breathe, and feel good with calming live sessions.
Tech Help Tuesdays
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Alaskans Living Independently Waiver
Alaska Medicaid ALI Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Alaska resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual), adjusted for AK cost of living.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- AK Specifics: Higher income limits due to cost of living; rural focus.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, Alaska resident for 12+ months.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,841/month (individual), ~$2,483/month (couple).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- AK Specifics: Tiered payments based on income.
- Services: Monthly cash payments ($76-$250/month based on income) for care or living costs.
- Cost: Free; no repayment.
Senior Access Program (SAP)
- General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Higher grants in high-cost, remote areas; no new funding currently, but applications accepted.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Prioritizes Alzheimer’s/dementia, rural, or isolated seniors.
- Services: In-home care (up to 10 hours/week), respite (varies), minor home mods (e.g., $500 avg.), PERS.
Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP)
- 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 Specifics: High demand in winter; rural areas often qualify due to fuel costs.
- Services: One-time payment (avg. $500-$1,000/year, varies by need and fuel type).
Alaska CARES Program
AK CARES
- 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 Specifics: Focus on high-need caregivers; complements other respite programs.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Alaska Seniors
Alaska Medicaid ALI Waiver
Alaskans Living Independently Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, Alaska resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual), adjusted for AK cost of living.- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AK Specifics:Higher income limits due to cost of living; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Home health aides (4-8 hours/day), chore services, respite care (up to 14 days/year), home modifications (e.g., ramps, ~$1,000 covered).
Alaska Senior Benefits
Senior Benefits Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Alaska resident for 12+ months.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,841/month (individual), ~$2,483/month (couple).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- AK Specifics:Tiered payments based on income.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Monthly cash payments ($76-$250/month based on income) for care or living costs.
- Cost: Free; no repayment.
AK SAP
Senior Access Program (SAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, 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 Specifics:Higher grants in high-cost, remote areas; no new funding currently, but applications accepted.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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).
AK SIH
Senior In-Home (SIH) Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:Prioritizes Alzheimer’s/dementia, rural, or isolated seniors.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (up to 10 hours/week), respite (varies), minor home mods (e.g., $500 avg.), PERS.
AK HAP
Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP)
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in winter; rural areas often qualify due to fuel costs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: One-time payment (avg. $500-$1,000/year, varies by need and fuel type).
AK CARES
Alaska CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:Focus on high-need caregivers; complements other respite programs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
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