TLC Assisted Living-Seniors

    2530 S Ben Maddox Way, Visalia, CA 93292
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    4.9ยท8 reviews

    Caring clean home-like warm facility

    I placed my dad (ALS) and later my mom here and was highly impressed. The small, home-like facility is clean, odor-free and well-maintained; the owners and staff are compassionate, friendly and knowledgeable, with attentive medication monitoring and regular updates. Personal touches like resident photos on doors and activities (wine & cheese, tea parties, bingo) made it feel warm - I would recommend it for a grandmother.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.88ยท(8)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.9

    Pros

    • small, home-like/group home atmosphere
    • well-maintained and clean facility
    • odor-free environment
    • comfortable, warm indoor temperature
    • attentive, warm, and knowledgeable staff
    • compassionate care for residents with complex needs (e.g., ALS)
    • owners who are engaged and caring
    • regular communication with families about residents' conditions
    • medication monitoring and explanations provided
    • personalized touches (resident photos on room doors)
    • engaging social activities (wine & cheese tastings, tea parties, bingo)
    • clean kitchen

    Cons

    • menu perceived as not consistently fresh
    • outdoor/back-patio maintenance issues (leaves, ladder, hose on sidewalk)

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is strongly positive, with multiple reviewers emphasizing a warm, home-like environment, attentive and compassionate staff, and effective communication with families. The facility is repeatedly described as clean, odor-free, and well maintained; reviewers consistently note a small, group-home vibe that many find comforting and appropriate for senior care. Several reviewers explicitly state they would recommend the facility and express high levels of satisfaction with the care provided to relatives, including those with significant needs such as ALS.

    Care quality and staff: The dominant theme in the feedback is the quality of care and the staff delivering it. Descriptors like warm, caring, attentive, helpful, friendly, compassionate, and knowledgeable recur throughout the summaries. Reviewers mention that staff not only provided excellent hands-on care but also communicated regularly with family members about changes in residents' conditions. There are multiple specific endorsements of the owners and caregiving team, indicating that leadership is visible and trusted. Medication monitoring was noted as being explained to families, which points to a degree of transparency and clinical attentiveness.

    Facilities and cleanliness: Reviewers consistently describe the facility as clean and odor-free, with home-like rooms and an overall well-maintained appearance. The small size or group-home scale is framed positively, contributing to a cozy, personal atmosphere. Specific positive mentions include a clean kitchen and the absence of unpleasant odors; these details reinforce perceptions of good housekeeping and operational standards.

    Dining and activities: Social programming and resident engagement are also highlighted. Reviewers point out activities such as wine and cheese tastings, tea parties, and bingo games, suggesting a varied social calendar that supports resident interaction and quality of life. One recurrent minor critique concerns the menu: a few reviewers felt the food was not as fresh as they would like. While dining is not portrayed as a major problem area, menu freshness stands out as the primary negative about services related to food.

    Management and communication: Several reviewers praise the owners and management team for their involvement and responsiveness. Regular communication about residents' conditions and explanations about medication monitoring contribute to family members' confidence in the facility. The positive remarks about owners and staff taking personal responsibility for care โ€” including for residents with complex medical needs โ€” indicate strong leadership and a family-centered approach.

    Notable concerns and patterns: Negative feedback is limited but consistent around two areas. First, some reviewers perceive the menu as lacking in freshness, which could be addressed by menu adjustments or more visible food quality improvements. Second, there are isolated but concrete maintenance issues cited regarding the outdoor/back-patio area โ€” specifically leaves and items like a ladder or a hose on the sidewalk โ€” which raise both aesthetic and potential safety concerns. These issues appear minor compared to overwhelmingly positive reports but are actionable items for facility management to prioritize.

    Conclusion and recommendations: In sum, TLC Assisted Living-Seniors appears to deliver high-quality, compassionate care in a clean, small, home-like setting with engaged owners and staff. Key strengths are staff warmth, communication with families, cleanliness, and meaningful social activities. The main opportunities for improvement are enhancing perceived food freshness and addressing outdoor maintenance and safety hazards. Addressing those few tangible concerns would likely strengthen an already strong reputation among the reviewers represented here.

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    Location

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    TLC Assisted Living-Seniors is located at 2530 S Ben Maddox Way, Visalia, CA, 93292.

    About TLC Assisted Living-Seniors

    TLC Assisted Living-Seniors sits at 2530 S Ben Maddox Way in Visalia, California, right near shopping, restaurants, banks, and pharmacies, and has been run by the Costa family since 1999. The place is family-owned and operated, licensed for up to 26 residents, and focuses on giving care that's shaped around each senior's individual needs, which covers things like help with bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom use, and taking medicine. There's care for those who have trouble moving around or need help with managing diabetes or incontinence, and the staff-including Tony Costa, Brian Costa, Loretta Costa, and Cynthia Costa-have a lot of nursing experience and certifications, keeping a close eye on everyone around the clock. The home supports people who want to stay social, active, and mentally engaged, with daily activities, community events, movie nights, fitness programs, music and art, and a reading room, plus some activities offsite. They serve three home-cooked meals a day, can make special diet meals if needed for health reasons like high blood pressure, and run a licensed food program to keep things healthy and tasty. Residents live in private or semi-private furnished rooms with cable TV, emergency call systems in the bedrooms and bathrooms, and get fresh linens, daily housekeeping, and laundry service. There's an indoor dining room where meals are served restaurant-style, and snacks are offered throughout the day. TLC Assisted Living-Seniors has peaceful spots like walking paths, a garden, a library, arts room, and even provides resident-run activities, fitness areas, a game room, and places for families to gather in private. The grounds are gated and secure with delayed egress for safety, and there's a focus on feeling at home in a calm, caring place that respects every resident's dignity and well-being. Nurses and caregivers are always on-site, handling medication, transfers, special medical needs, and hospice when necessary. There's a responsive call system, and a mobile hairdresser for grooming. No pets are allowed, there's no parking available, and utilities aren't included. Though the facility isn't currently accepting new residents and isn't listed for rent or sale, TLC Assisted Living-Seniors keeps up with activities like board games, music therapy, and even pet therapy, and coordinates transportation to doctors, shops, and religious services, making sure seniors are looked after both in body and mind with a friendly and supportive staff.

    People often ask...

    TLC Assisted Living-Seniors offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $2,957 per month.

    TLC Assisted Living-Seniors offers independent living and assisted living.

    The full address for this community is 2530 S Ben Maddox Way, Visalia, CA 93292.

    No, TLC Assisted Living-Seniors does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number547208261
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity26 residents
    LicenseeTLC ASSISTED LIVING FOR SENIORS
    EffectiveJanuary 13th, 2017
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    Inspection Reports

    8

    Reports

    0

    Citations

    1

    Complaints

    6

    Years

    28 Jan 2026Inspection
    Found no deficiencies; conditions observed were clean, safe, and well maintained.
    23 Dec 2024Inspection
    Observed the site was clean, safe, and in good repair, with secure medication storage and proper temperatures; no deficiencies were issued.
    29 Jan 2024Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies and noted compliance with safety measures, including locked medications, working smoke/CO detectors, and current extinguisher service.
    26 Jan 2023Inspection
    Found infection-control measures in place and no deficiencies were issued.
    05 Nov 2021Inspection
    Observed infection control measures and daily symptom screening were in place; no deficiencies were issued.
    16 Sept 2020Complaint
    Determined that the allegations that clothing was not changed, that there was a delay in the doctorโ€™s order for PRN medication, and that the resident did not request PRN were unsubstantiated.
    27 Jan 2020Inspection
    Toured physical plant, checked residents' rooms and bathrooms, reviewed med storage, and conducted safety checks. No deficiencies found during the visit.
    24 Jan 2020Inspection
    Reviewed recent incidents, protocols, and facility rosters during an Annual visit, with plans for a continuation visit due to time constraints.

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