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Inspection visit

Health check

HILLS OF ORCHID, THELicense 3060063682 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joseph Alejandre made an unannounced Case Management visit to conduct a health and safety check on the residents in care. LPA was greeted and granted entry by Staff. The Administrator Eleazar Cuyson was notified by phone that LPA was at the facility. LPA asked if the facility had current liability insurance, Administrator stated that is it being taken care of by the Licensee and it should be acquired by Friday February 27, 2026. LPA verified with the Administrator that at this time the facility does not have insurance. The Administrator's certificate expires May 27, 2026. LPA and Staff toured the facility. Facility room temperature was 74.3 degrees Fahrenheit in the living room. LPA observed the See Something Say Something sign (PUB 475) posted in the living room. LPA observed the 5 burner gas stove lights unassisted. LPA observed a 2 day perishable and a 7 day non-perishable food supply on hand in the kitchen. The kitchen is clean and organized. The fire extinguisher in the dining is room is fully charged. LPA interviewed 1 resident. Resident reported they have no issues and are doing well. 1 resident was not at the facility and 1 resident was asleep. LPA interviewed Staff 1 and Staff 2. Both staff members reported they are doing well and have no issues. Both staff members are background cleared and associated to the facility. LPA observed the bathrooms are clean and operational. Hot water measured 116.2 degrees Fahrenheit in the shared bathroom next to the living room. LPA observed all resident rooms had the required furnishings. LPA observed all resident rooms are clean and all beds have clean linen. Smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors tested operational. LPA and staff toured the upstairs. The upstairs has a loft and a staff bedroom and bathroom. No residents reside upstairs. LPA observed there is no evacuation chair next to the stairway. LPA observed the loft has a sofa and table. LPA toured the backyard. LPA observed there is a storage building in the backyard. LPA observed old furniture and boxes in the storage building. No bodies of water observed. Both exit gates on each side of the facility are operational. No obstacles or hazards observed in the backyard. LPA and staff toured the garage. The garage is kept locked and used for storage. Staff reported that residents do no go into the garage. No obstacles or hazards observed inside or outside of the facility. Deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations and Health and Safety Code. A Civil Penalty of $250 is being assessed for Failure to Correct/Repeat Violation. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report was given to the facility along with a copy of the, LIC 421-FC, LIC 809-D and Appeal Rights.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 1569.605Type A

    HSC1569. 605 .... all residential care facilities for the elderly, ... shall maintain liability insurance covering injury to residents and guests...This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interviews, and records reviewed, the Licensee did not ensure there was RCFE liability insurance for the facility. This poses an immediate health, safety, and personal rights risk to persons in care.

  • 1569.695(f)(1)Type A

    An evacuation chair at each stairwell, on or before July 1, 2019.This requirement is not being met as evidenced by; LPA observed there is no evacuation chair next to the stairway. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents, staff and visitors.

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What happened during the February 24, 2026 inspection of HILLS OF ORCHID, THE?

This was a other inspection of HILLS OF ORCHID, THE on February 24, 2026. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to HILLS OF ORCHID, THE on February 24, 2026?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (2 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "HSC1569. 605 .... all residential care facilities for the elderly, ... shall maintain liability insurance covering injur..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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