Yajaira Gurrola
Business Operations Manager
Yajaira Gurrola is a dedicated servant leader based in Corona, California, whose career in healthcare and housing reflects a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of others. With over a decade of diverse experience in senior living and healthcare management, Yajaira has consistently demonstrated her passion for quality care and innovative solutions.
Currently, Yajaira serves as the Business Operations Manager at National Healthcare & Housing Advisors, a role she has held since September 2023. In this position, she leverages her extensive experience to streamline operations and improve service delivery.
Before her current role, Yajaira dedicated over five years to the Illumination Foundation, where she held several key positions. Starting as a Housing Navigator in July 2018, she played a crucial role in connecting individuals with essential housing resources. Her ability to identify and implement effective solutions led to her promotion to Facilities Coordinator in October 2021, where she oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
In April 2023, Yajaira advanced to the position of Infrastructure Process & Projects Manager, and shortly thereafter, she became the Associate Director of Logistics, showcasing her versatility and leadership capabilities.
Prior to her time at the Illumination Foundation, Yajaira was the Director of Resident Care at La Habra Villa from March 2016 to July 2018. There, she was responsible for strategic planning and improving the quality of care provided to residents. She also contributed to the resident experience as the Activities Coordinator at La Habra Villa, where she developed an engaging activities calendar and fostered community through interactive events, increasing resident participation from 10% to 80%.
Her career began as a Medicine Technician at Hollybrook Senior Living of Orange, where she provided exceptional care, particularly in the Memory Care unit, and collaborated closely with nursing staff to improve resident outcomes.
Throughout her career, Yajaira has prioritized building meaningful relationships with residents and their families, embodying her belief in the importance of compassionate leadership. With a focus on service excellence and community well-being, she continues to inspire those around her as she makes a positive impact in the healthcare and housing sectors.
