New Horizons Transitional Care at PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center

New Horizons Transitional Care is a skilled nursing facility licensed by Medicare and Medicaid, located within PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska. The facility provides care for patients recovering from surgery, hospitalization, illness, or injury who need medical support before returning home.

Experienced care professionals are on site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The facility offers several care options tailored to individual needs: short-term skilled care for recovery from surgery or illness, typically lasting days to months; long-term residential care with assistance for bathing, laundry, meals, and other daily tasks; respite care lasting from a few hours to several weeks for caregivers needing relief; and comfort care focused on pain management when medical treatment no longer improves symptoms.

While located within a medical center with healthcare experts available, New Horizons functions as a residential community rather than a hospital. The facility supports residents' health, safety, and well-being whether they stay for short or extended periods. A Resident Council, an independent organized group that meets monthly, allows residents to discuss concerns, plan activities, and contribute to improving life at the facility.