Overview of Hillcrest Care

Maintain your independence while receiving compassionate care from Hillcrest Care, a warm and inviting community in Arrowhead Farms, CA, offering top-tier assisted living services. Residents here have access to 24/7 daily living assistance and skilled nursing care depending on their care needs. With medication management assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services, residents have fewer worries and can focus more of their time doing the things they enjoy.

Accommodations here are beautifully decorated to foster a cozy and residential-like environment with telephone service and satellite television for their comfort. Residents can also participate in an array of fun and engaging activities to keep them active, entertained, and stimulated. With fresh and nutritious meals served every day, residents can easily maintain their health and nutrition. At Hillcrest Care, residents can enjoy their peace of mind knowing that the conveniences they need are within easy reach.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
California average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
California average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
California average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
California average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 42m per day

This home provides 11% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

California average: 4h 13m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 6

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the California average
Occupancy rate 86.8%
Residents per day (avg) 47
Occupancy rate
86.8%
Residents per day (avg)
47

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

66% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Private pay

31% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$7.5M
Operating loss
-$608.6K
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$7,502,988.00
Operating loss
$-608,620.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.3M
57.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.8M
Total costs $8.1M
Bed community size
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
19 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 29 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
100%
Occupied Beds
6 of 6
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
LICENSED
Facility Type
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
License Date
October 23, 2006

Additional licensing details

County: EL DORADO

Ownership & operating entity

Hillcrest Care is legally operated by PEREZ, ANGELITA.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency Systems: Yes
Safety Features: 24-hour security and monitored emergency response system.

Care Services

Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age: 62

Programs & Activities

Activities
Diverse social, educational, and recreational programs including fitness classes, concerts, book clubs, and more.
Religious Services
Yes
Volunteer Programs
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Dining revolves around choice, quality and convenience, with restaurant-inspired dining, casual options, and grab-and-go choices.
Meal Schedule
Breakfast: 7:30 AM-9:00 AM; Lunch: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM; Dinner: 5:00 PM-6:30 PM
Special Diets
Yes

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

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Dining Services

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Hillcrest Care

Assisted Living Nursing Home
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare

Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

0 visits

Breakdown by visit type

0 total complaint visits

0 other visits Info Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.

5 official inspections

0 serious citations

A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.

0 moderate citations

A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.

Latest inspection

Date:August 19, 2025
Type:Annual Inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Hillcrest Care

Most inspections found no deficiencies, with the facility consistently clean, well organized, and compliant with health and safety regulations. The most recent report from August 19, 2025, showed no deficiencies and confirmed that safety features and staff training were up to date. Earlier reports also noted no health or safety violations, and several complaint investigations were not applicable as no complaints were filed. Minor technical violations appeared once in September 2021 but did not affect overall compliance. The facility’s record shows steady compliance with no serious issues or enforcement actions over time.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans

Two Bedroom & Two Bath Cottage 1,270 sq. ft.
Two Bedroom & Two Bath Cottage 1,270 Sq. Ft.
Two Bedroom & Two Bath Cottage 1,217 sq. ft.
Two Bedroom & Two Bath Cottage 1,217 Sq. Ft.
Two Bedroom & Two Bath Cottage 1,177 sq. ft.
Two Bedroom & Two Bath Cottage 1,177 Sq. Ft.
Two Bedroom & Two Bath Cottage 909 sq. ft.
Two Bedroom & Two Bath Cottage 909 Sq. Ft.
One Bedroom & Den Cottage 1,024 sq. ft.
One Bedroom & Den Cottage 1,024 Sq. Ft.
One Bedroom Cottage 852 sq. ft.
One Bedroom Cottage 852 Sq. Ft.
One Bedroom & Den Cottage 774 sq. ft.
One Bedroom & Den Cottage 774 Sq. Ft.
One Bedroom Apt Cottage 671 sq. ft.
One Bedroom Apt Cottage 671 Sq. Ft.
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Address 0.5 miles from city center

Address 4280 Cypress Dr, Arrowhead Farms, CA 92407

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

59
Total Staff
59
Employees
0
Contractors
17,644
Total Hours (Quarter)
26
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse18.4 No
Licensed Practical Nurse128.6 No
Certified Nursing Assistant407.6 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
54 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
4hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
3.8hs shift avg
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant4004011,52491100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse120123,77891100%8.6
Nurse Practitioner1015366774%8
Administrator1015206571%8
RN Director of Nursing1014826167%7.9
Other Dietary Services Staff1012185156%4.3
Registered Nurse1012022426%8.4
Dietitian1011925156%3.8
Dental Services Staff1011925156%3.8

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Nov 2025

Total health citations 21
Citations per inspection
5.25

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

20 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 21 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than California average

California average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations More info California average: 0.4

0 serious citations More info California average: 1

18 moderate citations More info California average: 47.2

3 minor citations More info California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Environmental minor citation Nov 18, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Nov 18, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Nov 18, 2025
Corrected

Environmental minor citation Jul 26, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
51 Total Residents
Medicare 13 (25.5%)
Medicaid 1 (2%)
Private Pay/Other 37 (72.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.9
19% worse than California average

California average: 6.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 12.6
11% worse than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 20.7%
87% worse than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 8.6%
28% better than California average

California average: 12.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 8.4%
26% better than California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.7%
125% worse than California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.3%
50% worse than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 6.7%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.8%
5% better than California average

California average: 94.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.0%
In line with California average

California average: 93.2%

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family as caregivers.

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).

Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.

~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

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