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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

HILLTOP SPRINGS SENIOR LIVINGLicense 4550029321 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 07/25/2025 at 1:00pm Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Sarah Benson arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a Required-1 Year inspection. LPA met with Administrator Tracy Lehner (cert #7005595740 Exp:8-21-26) and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator certificate is current. LPA Benson and administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured include but are not limited to five (5) resident rooms, common areas, five (5) bathrooms, kitchen, storage areas and yard. Staff and resident files were reviewed. Not able to complete files review. Medications were also reviewed. Deficiencies were observed. Medication is locked in a locked closet. The common area was clean, odor-free and in good repair. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, lighting and windows with screens. The bathrooms were clean and in good repair. Deficiencies were observed. The kitchen was clean and in good repair. Cooking/dining equipment and utensils were present. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. First aid kit fully stocked and ready for emergency use. Fire extinguisher fully charged. Smoke detectors are all operational. Hot water temperature measured within required Title 22 regulations of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. There is a schedule of activities planned for the clients. All required postings are displayed within the facility. The pools/bodies of water on the premises is locked with the only entrance to use a key fob. No firearms are on premises. The last disaster drill was conducted and documented on 7-22-25, the facility has been conducting drills every 3 months. LPA interviewed three residents and three staff. The annual inspection was not completed due to time restraints. LPA will return to complete this inspection. The document was signed and a copy delivered to the Administrator. On 7-29-25 LPA Benson arrived at 12:30pm and completed the annual inspection with the CARES tool. The following deficiencies were observed (See LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted, a copy of the report, and appeal rights provided to administrator.

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.

  • 87303(e)(5)Type B

    Based on observation and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in three out of three showers had not slip-resistant mats or strips, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the July 25, 2025 inspection of HILLTOP SPRINGS SENIOR LIVING?

This was a inspection inspection of HILLTOP SPRINGS SENIOR LIVING on July 25, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HILLTOP SPRINGS SENIOR LIVING on July 25, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interviews, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in three out of three show..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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