24608 Pennsylvania Avenue
Lomita, CA 90717
5 beds • Est. 2023 (2 years) • Get directions
A clean record — no citations or complaints across 6 state inspections. Last inspected in December 2025.
View full state recordPepper Tree Assisted Living III is a 5-bed board-and-care home in Lomita, with a sister facility (Coral Tree Care Home) also in Lomita. The facility stands out for its transparent, practical approach — their website includes unusually honest advice about the transition process, including telling families not to sell the house for the first two months.
Services include 24/7 awake night staff, home-cooked meals, medication management, and in-home salon services.
Excellent safety record
The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.9 out of 10 (Excellent), based on state inspection data. Zero citations and zero substantiated complaints across 6 inspection visits — a strong record for a facility with 2 years of operation.
Refreshingly honest and practical communication
Their website gives families real advice: 'Don't sell the house. Give us 2 months. During the first 2 weeks, call often but limit visits.' This kind of transparency about the transition process signals experience and genuine care for family dynamics.
24/7 awake night staff
Explicitly states attentive 24/7 night staff — not sleeping on-site, but actively on duty. For families worried about overnight care quality, this is an important distinction to verify during your visit.
Strong family reviews cite specific experiences
Detailed reviews from families describe multi-year stays, caregivers cooking meals for visitors, and staff supporting family members emotionally — not just the residents. When reviews get this specific, they're credible.
Only 5 beds means limited availability
With just 5 residents, openings are rare. They mention a waitlist with a refundable deposit option. If you're interested, don't wait — put down a deposit to hold your place while exploring other options.
Month-to-month but plan for commitment
While billing is month-to-month with no long-term contract, the facility's own advice suggests planning for at least a 2-month adjustment period. The transition to assisted living takes time, and switching homes frequently is hard on residents.
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24608 Pennsylvania Avenue, Lomita, CA 90717
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