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Inspection visit

Health check

HILLS OF SIERRA CHULA, THELicense 3060065663 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On January 8, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Brandon Lopez made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct a Case Management - Health Checks. LPA was greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff after explaining the purpose for the visit. Licensee Allen Medina was notified via telephone but was unable to assist with today's inspection. On today's visit, LPA observed four residents in care and two care giving staff present. LPA observed residents to be in clean clothes. LPA, accompanied by a caregiver staff, conducted a tour of the physical plant. LPA inspected the five resident bedrooms and observed them to be free of hazards. LPA observed residents bedrooms to have the required furnishings of a bed, a chair, a chest of drawers, and a lamp. LPA observed resident beds to have clean linens and blankets. LPA observed the lights in each of the resident bedrooms to be operational. LPA inspected the two shared resident bathrooms and observed them to be clean. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid floor mats. The water in each of the resident bathrooms was operational and measured between 109.4 to 111.2 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed the facility has a two day perishable and seven day nonperishable food supply on hand. LPA observed kitchen appliances to be clean and operational. LPA observed the facility has a three day emergency food and water supply in the kitchen pantry. No health or safety concerns were observed during the visit. LPA observed all of the facilities utilities to be operational during the visit. LPA additionally conducted interviews with three staff and one resident during the visit. During two staff interviews, staff informed LPA that they were supposed to receive their paycheck yesterday, January 7, 2026, for the hours they worked from December 16, through December 31, 2025. However, staff informed LPA that they have not been paid and that they do not know when they will be paid. CONTINUED ON LIC809-C LPA was also informed that the listed Administrator for the facility ended her employment with the company on December 12, 2025. LPA was advised that the facility has a new facility Administrator, however, that Administrator is also overseeing three other facilities within the company. LPA reviewed three staff files. LPA observed that Staff #2 (S2) and Staff #3 (S3) were not background associated to the facility at time of visit. Based on the observations made during today's visit, deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC809-Ds. An exit interview was conducted with Administrator Eleazar Cuyson. A copy of the report and Appeal Rights were provided.

Citations

3 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.

  • 87355(e)(3)Type B

    87355 Criminal Record Clearance: (e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (3) Request a transfer of a criminal record clearance as specified in Section 87355(c) or This requirement was not evidenced by: Based on records reviewed, the Licensee did not ensure that Staff #2 and Staff #3 were background associated to the facility prior to startig their employment. This poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87405(a)Type A

    87405 Administrator - Qualifications and Duties: (a) All facilities shall have a qualified... and shall be on the premises a sufficient number of hours to permit adequate attention to the management and administration of the facility... This requirement is not evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, the Licensee did not ensure the Administrator is at the facility a sufficient number of hours as they are currently overseeing three other homes. This poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87213Type B

    87213 Finances: The licensee shall have a financial plan that conforms to the requirements of Section 87155, .. and that assures sufficient resources to meet operating costs for care of residents..This requirement is not evidenced by: Based on interviews conducted, the Licensee did not have an adequate financial plan in place to ensure staff are paid on schedule. This poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.

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Common questions about this visit

What happened during the January 8, 2026 inspection of HILLS OF SIERRA CHULA, THE?

This was a other inspection of HILLS OF SIERRA CHULA, THE on January 8, 2026. 3 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HILLS OF SIERRA CHULA, THE on January 8, 2026?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (1 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "87355 Criminal Record Clearance: (e) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety C..."

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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