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Palos Verdes Care Cottage
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 6 residents
- Phone
- (562) 356-7130
- Address
- 1808 Peninsula Verde Dr.
- Licensed since
Los Angeles County context
1,820*CCLD
Total facilities
4.7*CCLD
Avg citations
9.4*CCLD
Avg visits
4.1*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
7 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
What does Type A vs Type B mean?
Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.
Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.
2025
- 87203Type B
87203 - Fire SafetyAll facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protection of life and property against fire and panic.This has not been met as evidenced by:Based on LPA's observation the licensee did not ensure the facility remains within the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal in rooms 1, 2, 3 to ensure that control equipment produces an alarm signal, and are in working condition, to protect life and property, which poses a potential health risk to residents in care.
- 87307(d)(6)Type B
87307 Personal Accommodations and Services (d) The following space and safety provisions shall apply to all facilities: (6) All outdoor and indoor passageways and stairways shall be kept free of obstruction.This has not been met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observation, the licensee did not ensure that the facilities' Eastern walkway remains free of obstruction, which poses a potential health risk to residents in care.
2024
- 87413(a)(1)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care. On 10/12/2024, Administrator was not present and staff had a challenging time locating facility records, resident records, and staff records. Also, during record and medication review, Resident #2 needed two staff members. Two residents remained in the living room and the tv program was turned off for about 60 - 90 minutes.
- 87625(b)(3)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which posed a potential health and personal rights risk to persons in care. On 10/12/2024 1:16 PM, LPA smelled feces in the facility until LPA's 5:00 PM departure.
- 87465(h)(5)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care. On 10/12/2024, LPA observed a pill box sorter in the medication cabinet for Resident #2.
- 87307(d)(6)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for two bedroom exits and outdoor perimeter which poses/posed a potential safety risk to persons in care. LPA observed oudoor medical equipment and grill blocking one resident outdoor exit. LPA observer a resident's couch blocking resident's outdoor exit. LPA observe material around the perimeter of the house.
- 87303(g)(1)Type B
Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above for the washer and dryer which poses/posed a potential health risk to persons in care. LPA did not observe a operable washer and dryer. Administrator stated that it has been since 10/11/24.
Inspection record
8 visits on record since 2022. Most recent on 2025-10-31.
3 routine inspections, 2 complaint visits. 1 complaint on record, 2 of 1 substantiated.
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Other3 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
7 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed assisted living facilities in Rancho Palos Verdes
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is Palos Verdes Care Cottage licensed in California?
Yes, Palos Verdes Care Cottage is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2022.
How many citations does Palos Verdes Care Cottage have?
Palos Verdes Care Cottage has 7 citations on record: 7 Type B citations. It has received 8 visits (3 inspections, 2 complaint visits, 3 other visits).
When was Palos Verdes Care Cottage last inspected?
Palos Verdes Care Cottage was last inspected on October 31, 2025 (about 7 months ago). California inspects licensed assisted living facilities (RCFEs) on a periodic basis or following a complaint.
What type of assisted living facility is Palos Verdes Care Cottage?
Palos Verdes Care Cottage is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE), which is a licensed assisted living facility serving older adults with a licensed capacity of 6 residents. It is located in Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles County, California.
How does Palos Verdes Care Cottage compare to other assisted living facilities in Los Angeles County?
Palos Verdes Care Cottage has 7 citations. The county average is 4.7 citations per facility. There are 1,820 assisted living facilities in Los Angeles County.
Does Palos Verdes Care Cottage have any serious violations?
Palos Verdes Care Cottage has no Type A (serious) citations. All 7 citations on record are Type B, which are less serious regulatory violations.
Has Palos Verdes Care Cottage had any complaint inspections?
Palos Verdes Care Cottage has received 2 complaint-triggered inspections. 2 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
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