Occupancy rate
83%
14% higher than California averageCalifornia average: 73%
Pepper Tree Assisted Living
Assisted Living in Lomita
Pepper Tree Assisted Living
Assisted Living in Lomita
Pepper Tree specializes in assisted living care in a cozy, safe, home-like environment. Seniors are guaranteed to feel welcomed in a friendly atmosphere because of the trusted friendship that is beaming among caregivers and residents; they can experience graceful aging thanks to the support and experience of the staff. Pepper Tree ensures its residents a sanctuary built with care, companionship, and serenity.
The cozy home-like setting offers a range of services focused on the holistic wellness of its residents– 24/7 personalized care, specialized programs, recreational activities, meals served daily, housekeeping services, and transportation services provided.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
6
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
6 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 62 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
14% higher than California averageOccupied beds
5 / 6
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 3, 2019
CountyLos Angeles
Pepper Tree Assisted Living is legally operated by Pepper Tree Assisted Living Inc, and administrated by Luzviminda Basa Paraiso.
Wheelchair Accessible
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Beautiful Outdoor Spaces
High-Speed Internet
Handicap Accessibility
Central Air Conditioning
Delicious Fresh Home-Cooked Meals
Specific ProgramsPersonal care and attention, assistance in bathing, toileting, and dressing, communication with physicians, pharmacy, and home health nurses, arranged transportation to medical appointments, and daily walks outdoors, in-home salon services.
Food DescriptionDelicious fresh home cooked meals every day.
Meals IncludedYes
Types of Care at Pepper Tree Assisted Living
Assisted Living
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.
10 visits
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
3 total complaint visits
2 other visits
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.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
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2 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
5 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
2 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
1 serious citation
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
1 moderate citation
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
Date
December 5, 2024
Annual Inspection4 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Pepper Tree Assisted Living
Most inspections at Pepper Tree Assisted Living Facility found no deficiencies, including the most recent annual inspection on December 5, 2024, which noted the facility was generally clean and compliant but cited one deficiency for an expired administrator certification. Earlier reports showed isolated issues such as a missing videoconferencing device dedicated for resident use and a medication labeling concern, both considered minor. A civil penalty was issued in July 2022 for fingerprint clearance violations involving two staff members, but this was resolved during the visit. Several complaint investigations from 2022 and 2023 found no substantiated allegations regarding resident care or pest control. The facility’s record shows improvement and mostly compliance over time, with no fines or severe enforcement actions listed in the available reports.
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