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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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Pepper Tree Assisted Living is legally operated by Pepper Tree Assisted Living Inc, and administrated by Luzviminda Basa Paraiso.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better.
Above the California average for assisted living residences.
California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100
Inspection score: 85 out of 100. Letter grade B. Above the California average for assisted living residences.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA 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 assisted living residence (1 vs. CA 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.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 0.4 | 2 | This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 80% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.2 | 3.3 | 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
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA 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 assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 38% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 13 | This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA 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 assisted living residence (2 vs. CA 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 assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better |
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 inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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1 mile from city center
— 1.45 miles to nearest hospital (Torrance Memorial Medical Center)
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Pepper Tree Assisted Living is located in Lomita, California.
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| Belmont Village Senior Living Rancho Palos Verdes |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Rancho Palos Verdes (Rolling Hills Estates) | 150 | Yes | 49 | 5 | 21
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21
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1147 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
11
Rank
#441 / 1365 |
0.0%
Facility
0.0%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1262 / 1289 | A+ | Belmont Village Rpv LLC; Belmont Three LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Peninsula Pointe by Cogir |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Rolling Hills Estates | 121 | Yes | 74 | 2 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#440 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
11
Rank
#1161 / 1365 |
59.5%
Facility
59.5%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1051 / 1289 | - | Cadence Sl Palos Verdes LLC/Sre Dvm, Pv, LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Pepper Tree Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Lomita | 6 | No | 62 | 5 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#440 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
11
Rank
#747 / 1365 |
66.7%
Facility
66.7%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#865 / 1289 | - | Pepper Tree Assisted Living Inc | - |
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.
Pepper Tree Assisted Living's occupancy is 67%.
Luzviminda Basa Paraiso is the administrator of Pepper Tree Assisted Living.
Pepper Tree Assisted Living has 6 beds.
Pepper Tree Assisted Living has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.
(310) 974-3054 will put you in contact with the team at Pepper Tree Assisted Living.
Pepper Tree Assisted Living is in Los Angeles County.
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