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Memory care in Kyle, TX

3 memory care communities with a state Alzheimer or dementia care license, certificate or special care unit.

Memory care communities
3
in Kyle
Licensed capacity
289
across all 3
Memory care beds
191
in 3 communities
Adults 65+
4,526
Census estimate for Kyle
Memory care beds per 1,000 adults 65+
42.2
city total vs. Census 65+ estimate
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Assisted LivingMemory Care

Orchard Park of Kyle

Licensed· Texas HHSC, license 313024
4701 Ratcliffe Dr, Kyle, TX 78640
Capacity141
Memory care141 beds
Licensed since2013
(512) 920-6400
1.9 mi from city center
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Source: Texas HHSC, Long-term care provider directories (ALF, NF, HCSSA), as of Oct 17, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Kyle (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Memory care communities near Kyle

Counting neighboring towns, there are 34 memory care communities within 25 miles of the center of Kyle, 31 more than in Kyle itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Kyle

See all 34 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Memory care in Kyle at a glance

Our directory lists 3 memory care communities with an address in Kyle, based on Texas HHSC records. 2 of the 3 that report their size have more than 60 residents. Half were first licensed in 2014 or earlier.1

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer1
  • 17 to 60 residents0
  • More than 60 residents2
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How memory care is regulated in Texas

In Texas, Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Long-Term Care Regulation licenses and inspects residential care settings such as memory care.2 Texas requires a state Alzheimer’s certification before a facility, or a unit inside one, can advertise Alzheimer’s or dementia care.3 Of the 3 memory care communities listed in Kyle, 3 hold a state Alzheimer’s or dementia certification or license.1

Staff dementia training
All staff: 4 h of dementia-specific orientation before duties. Attendants: 16 h of on-the-job dementia training within the first 16 h worked, then 12 h of annual in-service on dementia topics. Manager: 6 h of dementia CE yearly within the 12 h of required CE.45
Secured units and exits
Locked doors are allowed only with electronic/electromagnetic locks that release on fire alarm, sprinkler flow, power failure and a manual switch. A secured outdoor area of at least 800 sq ft is required. Each unit needs at least two remote exits.6
Staffing
Staffing must be sufficient for residents' needs. In units with 17 or more residents, at least 2 staff must be immediately available at all times. Otherwise 1 awake attendant at night where residents need it.7
Inspections
At least once every 2 years after the initial licence inspection, plus complaint investigations. Inspections are generally unannounced.8
Report a problem
Call 1-800-458-9858 (option 1) or file a complaint online.9

Paying for care

Ways to pay for memory care in Texas

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
Texas Medicaid: STAR+PLUS (managed long-term services and supports).11 Waiver programs for care at home or in a residential setting: STAR+PLUS Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) program11. Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.12 Texas Medicaid agency13
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.14
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.15 The Texas Veterans Commission helps with claims (512-463-6564).16
Medicare counseling
Texas’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-252-9240.17

Local resources

Local help for families in Kyle

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Hays County18

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Hays County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Texas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program19

    512-438-4356

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

    Website

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Texas Adult Protective Services

    800-252-5400

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Health Information, Counseling, and Advocacy Program (HICAP)17

    1-800-252-9240

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Texas Veterans Commission16

    512-463-6564

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Texas Medicaid agency13

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline20

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Texas.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about memory care in Kyle

How many memory care communities are in Kyle, TX?

WeFoundCare lists 3 memory care communities in Kyle, TX, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Kyle there are 34.

How many residents can memory care communities in Kyle serve?

3 of the 3 memory care communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 289 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 4,526 adults age 65 and older live in Kyle.

Do memory care communities in Kyle have a state dementia credential?

Every memory care listing on this page has a state record for dementia care: 3 hold a state Alzheimer’s or dementia certification or license.

Who licenses memory care in Texas?

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Long-Term Care Regulation licenses memory care in Texas. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Kyle?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Hays County, call 512-438-4356. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Texas Adult Protective Services at 800-252-5400.

Are there memory care communities near Kyle?

Nearby cities with listings include Buda (2, 6.2 mi), San Marcos (3, 8.9 mi), Wimberley (1, 12.4 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing memory care

Other types of care

Other senior care in Kyle

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from Texas HHSC (Long-term care provider directories (ALF, NF, HCSSA)), Oct 17, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Kyle (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.21
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 3 of 3 memory care communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Kyle (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Texas Health and Human Services Commission: Long-term care provider directories (ALF, NF, HCSSA). apps.hhs.texas.gov/providers/directories Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  2. Texas HHSC: Assisted Living Facilities (ALF): Type A/B, rules, contacts. hhs.texas.gov/providers/long-term-care-providers/assisted-living-facilities-alf Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  3. 26 TAC §553.27 via LII: Alzheimer's certification of a Type B facility or unit. law.cornell.edu/regulations/texas/26-Tex-Admin-Code-SS-553-27 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  4. 26 TAC §553.303 via LII: Certified Alzheimer's: Staff Training. law.cornell.edu/regulations/texas/26-Tex-Admin-Code-SS-553-303 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. 26 TAC §553.254 via LII: Alzheimer's training in non-certified facilities. law.cornell.edu/regulations/texas/26-Tex-Admin-Code-SS-553-254 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. 26 TAC §553.311 via LII: Physical Plant Requirements for Alzheimer's Units. law.cornell.edu/regulations/texas/26-Tex-Admin-Code-SS-553-311 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  7. 26 TAC §553.305 via LII: Certified Alzheimer's: Staffing. law.cornell.edu/regulations/texas/26-Tex-Admin-Code-SS-553-305 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  8. 26 TAC §553.327 via LII: Inspections, Investigations, and Other Visits. law.cornell.edu/regulations/texas/26-Tex-Admin-Code-SS-553-327 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  9. Texas HHSC: How Do I Make a Complaint about an HHS Service Provider? (CII 1-800-458-9858 opt 1; TULIP LTCcomplaint). hhs.texas.gov/contact/complaints-appeals/complaint-incident-intake/how-do-i-make-a-complaint-about-hhs-service-provider Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  10. Texas HHSC: LTC Provider Search (TULIP public search; license status, inspections). tulip.hhs.texas.gov/TULIP/s/ltc-provider-search Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  11. Texas HHSC: STAR+PLUS. hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip/medicaid-chip-members/starplus Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  12. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  13. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  14. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  15. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  16. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  17. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  18. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  19. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  20. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  21. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.