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Pepper Tree Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Lomita, CA
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Pepper Tree Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Residential Care · Lomita, CA
2353 251St St, Lomita, CA 90717 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Pepper Tree Assisted Living

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.

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Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1317 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1317th out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #901 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 901st out of 1497 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 62 / 100 Rank #980 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 980th out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Rank #997 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 997th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
4 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceDecember 3, 2019
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Pepper Tree Assisted Living is legally operated by Pepper Tree Assisted Living Inc, and administered by Luzviminda Basa Paraiso.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Internet Access
Wheelchair Accessible
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

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 2 citations 10 total visits 3 complaint visits 5 official inspections 2 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

10 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #355 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 355th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 91 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 10 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above) 8 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Total visits (38% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Complaint investigations (80% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 210 This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.23.3 This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1016 This facility has 38% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 38% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 313 This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better Rank #442 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 442nd out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 210 This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The December 4, 2025 annual inspection found the facility generally clean and compliant with medication and safety standards despite some deficiencies cited.
  • The December 5, 2024 inspection cited one deficiency for an expired administrator certification but confirmed good infection control and safety compliance.
  • The July 15, 2022 visits cited a fingerprint clearance violation for two staff working without required background checks and assessed civil penalties.
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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lomita's city center to Pepper Tree Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.45 miles to nearest hospital (Torrance Memorial Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Pepper Tree Assisted Living is located in Lomita, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

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

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

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

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Pepper Tree Assisted Living

Is Pepper Tree Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Pepper Tree Assisted Living has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Pepper Tree Assisted Living?

Pepper Tree Assisted Living's occupancy is 67%.

How long has Pepper Tree Assisted Living been in business?

Pepper Tree Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Pepper Tree Assisted Living?

No, Pepper Tree Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Pepper Tree Assisted Living?

Luzviminda Basa Paraiso is the administrator of Pepper Tree Assisted Living.

How many beds does Pepper Tree Assisted Living have?

Pepper Tree Assisted Living has 6 beds.

Has Pepper Tree Assisted Living had any citations?

Pepper Tree Assisted Living has had 2 reported citations since 2021 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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