Occupancy rate
83%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Pepper Tree Assisted Living
Assisted Living · Lomita, CA
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.
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
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
5 / 6
Average residents per home in California
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.
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.
The data displayed corresponds to the last 6 years.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics worse than average are highlighted in red; those better than average are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. California average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above) 7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Total visits (38% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Complaint investigations (80% below)
• Official inspections (25% above) 7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Total visits (38% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Complaint investigations (80% below)
Latest Inspection
December 5, 2024
Annual Inspection
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory violations recorded during state inspections. California uses Type A (serious) and Type B (moderate) severity levels.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory violations recorded by California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) inspectors across all inspection types.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 10).↓ 80% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 3).↓ 67% better |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. Corrective action required within a specified timeframe.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 4).↓ 75% better |
Inspections & Visits
Regulatory visits include scheduled inspections, complaint investigations, and other on-site visits by state regulators.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 10 | 16 | This facility has 38% fewer total visits than a typical California facility (10 vs. California avg 16).↓ 38% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Fewer complaint visits generally indicate fewer reported concerns.
| 3 | 13 | This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California facility (3 vs. California avg 13).↓ 77% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California facility (5 vs. California avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint Investigations
Investigations triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Complaint Investigations can result in multiple complaint visits. This home had 3 complaint visits.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 10).↓ 80% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pepper Tree Assisted Living Facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with isolated deficiencies related to administrator certification expiration and resident personal rights. The most recent inspection on December 5, 2024, cited one deficiency for an expired administrator certification, while January 13, 2024, flagged lack of a dedicated videoconferencing device for residents. Complaint investigations in 2023 and 2022 found all allegations unsubstantiated, and prior citations for staff clearance and medication labeling were resolved or minor.
Read the full state inspection reports, including specific deficiencies and facility responses.
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Assisted Living in California
Pepper Tree Assisted Living is located in Lomita, California.
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1 mile from city center
— 1.45 miles to nearest hospital (Torrance Memorial Medical Center)
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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.
How many residents currently live at Pepper Tree Assisted Living?
Pepper Tree Assisted Living's occupancy is 4%.
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 recent deficiencies or citations?
Pepper Tree Assisted Living has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.
What is the phone number of Pepper Tree Assisted Living?
(310) 974-3054 will put you in contact with the team at Pepper Tree Assisted Living.
What county is Pepper Tree Assisted Living located in?
Pepper Tree Assisted Living is in Los Angeles County.
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