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Schowalter Villa
Independent Living & Home Care · Hesston, KS
Aerial view of a serene pond surrounded by landscaped grounds Residents enjoying an outdoor fire pit gathering Bright dining area with a round table and kitchen amenities Close-up of hands molding clay in a pottery activity

Schowalter Villa

Independent Living & Home Care · Hesston, KS
200 W. Cedar, Hesston, KS 67062 View map
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Overview of Schowalter Villa

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Schowalter Villa offers independent living and home care in Hesston, Kansas. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while home care brings support to a resident in their own living setting. The combination may suit someone who wants independent living with the option of receiving support at home.

Schowalter Villa opened in 1961. Jeffrey Ritcha serves as administrator, and Mennonite Board Missions Char Of Ks operates the community. With 155 beds, it is a larger community, with more residents, staff and usually more programming. Creative Arts and Intergen Connection offer opportunities for creative and intergenerational activities, while short term rehabilitation provides services for temporary recovery needs.

A Walk Score of 55 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still manage some nearby trips independently. Group transportation is available for campus activities, local events and shopping, and transportation to area churches is provided each Sunday morning at no cost.

Facility Direct Line (620) 327-3400
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By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 155 Rank #4 / 73Bed count — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 4th out of 73 independent living communities we track in Kansas for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kansas 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 independent living community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #57 / 144Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 57th out of 144 independent living communities we track in Kansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kansas 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 independent living community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.
55 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #53 / 64Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 53rd out of 64 independent living communities we track in Kansas for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 64. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.
61.3% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Kansas average: 74.5%
Occupied beds
95 / 155

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
CountyHarvey
License Number175386
CMS Certification Number175386

Ownership & Operating Entity

Schowalter Villa is administered by Jeffrey Ritcha.

Owner NameMennonite Board Missions Char Of Ks Inc

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Nursing Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Transportation
Activities
Culinary Experiences
Specific ProgramsHealth Care, Specialized Dementia Care, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Creative Arts, Intergen Connection, Volunteering
Religious Servicestransportation to area churches each Sunday morning at no cost

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Inspection History

In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.

Since 2013 · 13 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 120 deficiencies 47 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Kansas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2013 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (11% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (38% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 120108.0 This facility has 11% more total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (120 vs. KS avg 108).↑ 11% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.64.2 This facility has 38% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (2.6 vs. KS avg 4.2).↓ 38% better

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

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 4724.0 This facility has had 96% more total inspections than the Kansas average (47 vs. KS avg 24). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 96% more
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Info below is compiled from the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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.
Schowalter Villa
IL
HC
Cedar Hesston
155
Facility 155
KS AVG 79
Rank #4 / 73
No
55
Facility 55
KS AVG 48
Rank #57 / 144
-
61.3%
Facility 61.3%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #53 / 64
Jeffrey RitchaMennonite Board Missions Char Of Ks Inc47
120
Facility 120
KS AVG 100
Rank #37 / 58
2.6
Facility 2.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #14 / 58
Pleasant View Home
IL
ADC
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Inman
122
Facility 122
KS AVG 79
Rank #11 / 73
Yes
31
Facility 31
KS AVG 48
Rank #108 / 144
-
91.0%
Facility 91.0%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #7 / 64
Michelle NeufeldReno County10
26
Facility 26
KS AVG 100
Rank #17 / 58
2.6
Facility 2.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #14 / 58
Mission Chateau Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Prairie Village
88
Facility 88
KS AVG 79
Rank #24 / 73
Yes
64
Facility 64
KS AVG 48
Rank #31 / 144
Assisted Living (48), Residential (40)
81.8%
Facility 81.8%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #26 / 64
A Miles NeaseMission Chateau Property, LLC7
6
Facility 6
KS AVG 100
Rank #2 / 58
0.9
Facility 0.9
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #3 / 58
Bethany Home Association of Lindsborg, Kansas
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Chestnut Lindsborg
85
Facility 85
KS AVG 79
Rank #25 / 73
No
61
Facility 61
KS AVG 48
Rank #39 / 144
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #1 / 64
Joseph BenterKansas Bethany Home Association Of Lindsborg21
75
Facility 75
KS AVG 100
Rank #29 / 58
3.6
Facility 3.6
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #24 / 58
Claridge Court
IL
NH
SNF
Prairie Village (Prairie Hills)
45
Facility 45
KS AVG 79
Rank #56 / 73
Yes
64
Facility 64
KS AVG 48
Rank #31 / 144
-
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
KS AVG 74.5%
Rank #23 / 64
Emily FillaLifespace Communities Inc32
120
Facility 120
KS AVG 100
Rank #37 / 58
3.8
Facility 3.8
KS AVG 4.2
Rank #26 / 58

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other KS independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Schowalter Villa

Who is the owner of Schowalter Villa?

Schowalter Villa is legally operated by Mennonite Board Missions Char Of Ks Inc, and administered by Jeffrey Ritcha.

Is Schowalter Villa in a walkable area?

Schowalter Villa has a walk score of 55. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Schowalter Villa?

According to KS state health department records, Schowalter Villa's license number is 175386.

What is the occupancy rate at Schowalter Villa?

Schowalter Villa's occupancy is 61.3%.

Are pets allowed at Schowalter Villa?

No, Schowalter Villa has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Schowalter Villa?

Jeffrey Ritcha is the administrator of Schowalter Villa.

How many beds does Schowalter Villa have?

Schowalter Villa has 155 beds.

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