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Inspection visit

Health check

HILLS OF SANTA TERESA, THELicense 3060064951 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On February 25, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Garlli Tat made an unannounced case management visit for a Health & Safety check. LPA was greeted and granted entry to the facility by staff after explaining the purpose for the visit. Administrator (AD) Carla Miranda was notified via telephone and later arrived to assist with the inspection. On today's visit, LPA observed three residents in care and two staff present. LPA observed residents watching television in their room, eating in the dining room, and taking a walk. LPA observed residents to be in clean clothes. LPA, accompanied by the caregiver, conducted a tour of the physical plant. LPA inspected the four resident bedrooms (2 private and 2 shared), and observed them to be free of hazards. LPA observed residents' bedrooms to have the required furnishings of a bed, a chair, a dresser, and a lamp. LPA observed the lights in each of the resident bedrooms to be operational. The water and toilets in each of the resident bathrooms were operational. The hot water temperature measured between 106.8 to 107.2 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the facility has two day perishable and seven day nonperishable food supplies on hand. LPA observed kitchen appliances to be clean and operational. LPA observed the four burner electric stove to be operational. LPA observed the facility has three day emergency food and water supplies stored in the garage. No health or safety concerns were observed. LPA additionally conducted interviews with two staff and three residents. Per staff interview, there were no issues with food supplies or utilities. However, two out of two staff reported late payments. Continued on LIC 809-C. Two out of two staff were supposed to be paid on February 13, 2026, but were paid on February 19, 2026 instead. One out of two staff reported not being paid in full. Liability insurance is not binded yet as of today (quote received on January 20, 2026) and licensee did not provide copies of financial records, utility bills, or payroll records. Based on the observations made during today's visit, deficiencies are being cited per Title 22 of California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Carla Miranda and a copy of the report was reviewed and provided.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 87213Type A

    7213 The licensee shall have a financial plan that [...] assures sufficient resources to meet operating costs for care of residents; shall maintain adequate financial records; and shall submit such financial reports as may be required .. licensing agency. This requirement is not evidenced by: Based on observation, interviews, and record review, staff did not receive paychecks in full, which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care. Staff stated they were not paid in full on 2/19/2026.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 25, 2026 inspection of HILLS OF SANTA TERESA, THE?

This was a other inspection of HILLS OF SANTA TERESA, THE on February 25, 2026. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to HILLS OF SANTA TERESA, THE on February 25, 2026?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "7213 The licensee shall have a financial plan that [...] assures sufficient resources to meet operating costs for care o..."

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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