Orchard Park of Kyle
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kyle, TX

Orchard Park of Kyle

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kyle, TX

Overview of Orchard Park of Kyle

Owned by Ratcliff Senior Care, LLC, Orchard Park of Kyle is a senior living community in Kyle, Texas, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents can often transition between levels of care as their needs change without moving to another community. The 141-bed community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, giving families several options to match different space needs and budgets.

The community is operated by 4701 Ratcliffe Drive Opco, LLC, with Jenny E. Hayes serving as the administrator. Orchard Park of Kyle has been serving residents for 12 years, so it has established its presence in the area. Ascension Seton Hays is about 1.5 miles away, keeping hospital care within easy reach if residents need it.

Memory care is a key part of the community, with about 80 dedicated units for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The program follows Alzheimer’s certification standards. Residents receive 24-hour support, weekly housekeeping, on-site laundry, and access to an emergency call system. Three restaurant-style meals are served daily. There are also planned activities, transportation services, courtyards, and patios that give residents opportunities to stay active and connected. Utilities, including basic cable, are part of the cost of living.

The area has a Walk Score of 20 out of 100, which is car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. State inspections conducted by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission have focused on building and life safety systems, including emergency lighting and exit systems. Inspection findings in these areas were addressed following previous reviews. Orchard Park of Kyle does not allow pets, which is an important consideration for families whose loved one has a companion animal.

Bed community size
141-bed community Rank #83 / 972Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd out of 972 homes in Texas for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Texas 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 Texas 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.
Years in operation
12 years in operation Rank #352 / 585Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 352nd out of 585 homes in Texas for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Texas 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 Texas 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 20 / 100 Rank #1092 / 1389Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1092nd out of 1389 homes in Texas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Texas 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 Texas 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
ExpirationFebruary 4, 2028
CountyHays
License Number146948
Year Opened11/15/2013

Ownership & Operating Entity

Orchard Park of Kyle is legally operated by 4701 Ratcliffe Drive Opco, LLC, and administered by Jenny E Hayes.

Management CompanySTELLAR KYLE MANAGEMENT, LLC
OwnerRatcliff Senior Care, LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
80 units
Total beds
141 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Administrator Emailkmcfall@stellarliving.com

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Alzheimer's Certification

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Inspection History

In Texas, the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is the primary regulatory body that conducts unannounced inspections and publishes quality reports for all long-term care homes.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data 5 citations 1 inspection

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

Since 2024 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (17% below)
• Life safety citations (17% below)

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

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 56 This facility has 17% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (5 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 17% better
Life safety citations Info Citations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 56 This facility has 17% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (5 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 17% better

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

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 11 This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • April 23, 2024 inspection found 5 deficiencies including Life Safety Code violations, lack of emergency power for exit signs, inadequate lighting, and unsafe oxygen storage procedures.
  • Previous Life Safety Code violations from 2019 were corrected by early 2020, showing past compliance improvement on structural safety issues.
  • No complaints were substantiated, but recent deficiencies indicate ongoing problems with building safety and hazard controls.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 330 / 418 / 482 / 670 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Orchard Park of Kyle

Studio
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom
2 bedroom

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kyle's city center to Orchard Park of Kyle's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.45 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Seton Hays)

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Compare Assisted Living around Kyle

Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Orchard Park of Kyle
AL
IL
MC
Kyle
141
Facility 141
TX AVG 79
Rank #83 / 972
No
20
Facility 20
TX AVG 41
Rank #1092 / 1389
12
Facility 12
TX AVG 21
Rank #352 / 585
4701 Ratcliffe Drive Opco, LLC
5
Facility 5
TX AVG 6
Rank #464 / 823
-5Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Philomena
AL
MC
Kyle
132
Facility 132
TX AVG 79
Rank #119 / 972
Yes
26
Facility 26
TX AVG 41
Rank #1003 / 1389
-Philomena Assisted Living LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #152 / 823
1-Studio / 1 Bed
Gemstone Senior Living at Bulverde
AL
Bulverde
40
Facility 40
TX AVG 79
Rank #728 / 972
Yes
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 41
Rank #1315 / 1389
-Herama Group 2 LLC
8
Facility 8
TX AVG 6
Rank #636 / 823
-8Studio / 1 Bed
New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Kyle
AL
MC
Kyle
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 79
Rank #793 / 972
No
20
Facility 20
TX AVG 41
Rank #1092 / 1389
11
Facility 11
TX AVG 21
Rank #375 / 585
New Haven Assisted Living Of Kyle, LLC
7
Facility 7
TX AVG 6
Rank #587 / 823
161 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

Orchard Park of Kyle is located in Kyle, Texas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Texas.

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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Orchard Park of Kyle

Who is the owner of Orchard Park of Kyle?

Orchard Park of Kyle is legally operated by 4701 Ratcliffe Drive Opco, LLC, and administered by Jenny E Hayes.

Is Orchard Park of Kyle in a walkable area?

Orchard Park of Kyle has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Orchard Park of Kyle?

According to TX state health department records, Orchard Park of Kyle's license number is 146948.

When does Orchard Park of Kyle's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, Orchard Park of Kyle's license expires on February 4, 2028.

How long has Orchard Park of Kyle been in business?

Orchard Park of Kyle has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Orchard Park of Kyle?

No, Orchard Park of Kyle has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Orchard Park of Kyle?

Jenny E Hayes is the administrator of Orchard Park of Kyle.

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