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The Orchards at Arlington Highlands
Front exterior of The Orchards at Arlington Highlands Outdoor seating area with a pergola near the building Modern common area with seating and dining space Cozy and decorated resident bedroom with desk Modern kitchen in a senior living facility apartment Interior view of a bathroom with modern fixtures

The Orchards at Arlington Highlands

131 E Bardin Rd, Arlington, TX 76018 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Orchards at Arlington Highlands

Serving adults 55 and older, The Orchards at Arlington Highlands is an independent living community on East Bardin Road in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, Texas. Residents live independently in their own apartments. Amenities and social activities are built into daily life at the community.

Residents have access to fitness activities, walking paths, and an education center. There are also well-lit common areas for socializing. A dining plan is part of the offering. The community also keeps a regular calendar of group activities for residents who want a built-in social routine alongside their independence.

The neighborhood is about 4. 4 miles from downtown Arlington. It’s roughly a mile and a half from Medical City Arlington, a nearby hospital that can be a convenient resource for residents and visiting family. The area has a Walk Score of 41 out of 100, meaning a handful of errands are within walking distance but most trips call for a car.

Families comparing independent living options nearby should ask about the current activities calendar and apartment layouts when they tour. Those specifics tend to shift with availability.

Facility Direct Line (817) 225-9960
Facility Direct Line (817) 225-9960
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #645 / 1232Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 645th out of 1,232 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. 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.
41 / 100
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Address 4.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Arlington's city center to The Orchards at Arlington Highlands's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.43 miles to nearest hospital (Medical City Arlington)

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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-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. 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.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Orchards at Arlington Highlands
IL
Arlington (Southeast Arlington)-Yes
41
Facility 41
TX AVG 42
Rank #645 / 1,232
-A-
Morada Lake Arlington
IL
AL
MC
Arlington (West Arlington)-Yes
30
Facility 30
TX AVG 42
Rank #840 / 1,232
13
Facility 13
TX AVG 19
Rank #272 / 517
A+Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Asher Point Independent Living of Arlington
IL
Arlington (West Arlington)-Yes
45
Facility 45
TX AVG 42
Rank #572 / 1,232
--Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Texas

The Orchards at Arlington Highlands is located in Arlington, 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 The Orchards at Arlington Highlands

What neighborhood is The Orchards at Arlington Highlands in?

The Orchards at Arlington Highlands is in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington.

Is The Orchards at Arlington Highlands in a walkable area?

The Orchards at Arlington Highlands has a walk score of 41. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at The Orchards at Arlington Highlands?

Yes, The Orchards at Arlington Highlands allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Orchards at Arlington Highlands?

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What is the address of The Orchards at Arlington Highlands?

The Orchards at Arlington Highlands is located at 131 E Bardin Rd, Arlington, TX 76018.

What is the phone number of The Orchards at Arlington Highlands?

(817) 225-9960 will put you in contact with the team at The Orchards at Arlington Highlands.

Does The Orchards at Arlington Highlands provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — The Orchards at Arlington Highlands is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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