Pricing ranges from
    $5,625 – 7,312/month

    TLC Living Community

    508 Roosevelt Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Compassionate, attentive assisted living experience

    I moved my mom to TLC and we're very pleased - staff are warm, attentive and professional, the building and grounds are immaculate, and the food and activities keep her engaged. She feels at home, has made friends, and nursing staff respond quickly with clear family communication. Very good value; I'd recommend TLC for compassionate assisted living.

    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
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.81·(90)

    Overall rating

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

      4.7
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.8
    • Value

      3.5

    Pros

    • Attentive, compassionate caregiving staff
    • Immaculate, well-maintained facility
    • Restaurant-style, high-quality dining service
    • Wide variety of daily activities and events
    • Multiple on-site amenities (theatre, library, salon, bistro)
    • Spacious, well-designed apartments
    • Housekeeping and on-site laundry services
    • Clear nursing oversight and regular vitals monitoring
    • Strong resident camaraderie and family-friendly atmosphere
    • Responsive maintenance and well-kept grounds
    • Live music and seasonal programming
    • Amenities often included in rent

    Cons

    • Limited evening/nighttime programming
    • Insufficient options for special dietary needs
    • Gaps in healthcare communication and external-provider coordination
    • Variability in staff engagement and responsiveness
    • Inconsistent personal-care scheduling
    • Rigid dining reservation and guest policies
    • Limited perimeter security and supervision for higher-risk residents
    • No on-site memory-care unit
    • Underdeveloped outdoor/atrium recreational space
    • Higher perceived pricing compared with some alternatives

    Summary of reviews

    TLC Living Community presents as a new, well-appointed assisted-living option with consistently emphasized strengths in physical plant, dining, and social programming. Review language coalesces around an immaculate, bright building with contemporary finishes, well-thought-out apartment layouts, and multiple on-site amenities such as a theatre, library, salon, craft room, and bistro. Residents and families commonly describe an environment that feels social and family-oriented, with active programming, live music, seasonal events, and many opportunities for engagement.

    Care quality and staff performance are frequently cited as core strengths. Families and residents describe attentive, compassionate caregiving and nursing oversight, including visible vitals checks and prompt responses to clinical needs. Many comments highlight staff kindness across departments (nursing, dietary, housekeeping, maintenance) and note that staff remember residents by name and foster a protective, community atmosphere. Maintenance responsiveness and overall cleanliness are recurrent positives that support daily living and resident safety.

    Dining is a notable selling point: food quality and presentation receive repeated praise and are described as restaurant-style with generous portions and variety across meals. Housekeeping and laundry services are described as reliable, and several reviews note that certain amenities are included in rent. At the same time, reviewers flag limited choices for medically indicated diets (diabetic and low-sodium options), which may require advance planning for residents with specific nutritional needs.

    Activities programming is broad during daytime hours, including bingo, crafts, exercise classes, movies, church services, and special events. The facility’s social calendar and on-site amenity mix create multiple daily options for engagement. A consistent gap reported across comments is the relative paucity of evening or late-afternoon programming, which may leave quieter hours less structured for residents who prefer more activity at those times.

    Operational and management observations are mixed. Positive notes about family communication and a welcoming atmosphere coexist with occasional concerns about variability in staff engagement and customer-service tone, including isolated impressions of administrative rigidity. Reviewers also describe instances suggesting inconsistent personal-care scheduling (for example, missed showers or inconsistent timing), and some families experienced friction around dining-reservation policies or visitor interactions. Clinically relevant patterns include gaps in coordination with outside physicians and healthcare providers, which may complicate care continuity for residents with complex medical needs.

    Facility-level limitations to consider: there is no on-site memory-care unit, which may limit suitability for people with progressive cognitive impairment. Some reviewers also identified limited perimeter security and unlocked doors that could present supervision challenges for residents at risk of wandering. Outdoor and atrium recreational space is present but, relative to other communities, is less developed. Pricing perceptions vary; while many families cite good value, others view the community as premium-priced compared with alternatives.

    Overall, TLC Living Community is characterized by a clean, attractive environment, strong dining, active daytime programming, and a compassionate care culture—elements that many families say provide peace of mind. Prospective residents and families should confirm details around special-diet accommodations, evening activity offerings, personal-care scheduling protocols, external-provider communication practices, and security measures during the tour and in contract language to ensure alignment with individual care needs and expectations.

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    Location

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    TLC Living Community is located at 508 Roosevelt Rd, Machesney Park, IL, 61115.

    About TLC Living Community

    TLC Living Community is a modern assisted living facility offering a vibrant and homelike environment for its residents. Opened in 2020, TLC Living Community combines a contemporary, luxurious atmosphere with thoughtfully designed public and private spaces that provide comfort, warmth, and a sense of belonging. Residents enjoy personal apartments that allow them to surround themselves with family photos, cherished mementos, and keepsakes, accentuating the feeling of home while benefiting from the supportive presence of dedicated staff.

    The attention to detail in both layout and interior design ensures an inviting and friendly ambiance throughout the community. From the abundant natural light streaming through numerous windows to the fresh, simple décor, every element of TLC Living Community is created to foster a homey and relaxing setting. Both social and private gathering spaces are thoughtfully arranged so residents can freely enjoy time with friends and family, or appreciate quiet moments on their own as they desire.

    With 62 apartments situated across six acres in Machesney Park, Illinois, TLC Living Community provides a setting that is accessible and appealing to individuals from a wide region. Amenities and common areas are crafted to offer comfort, stimulation, and a sense of community, with a focus on building connections and ensuring the well-being of everyone who lives there. The facility places an emphasis on health and safety, blending medical support with a nurturing approach to daily life. Residents have the reassurance of ongoing care, while also enjoying a stimulating and fulfilling lifestyle marked by outstanding food choices, enjoyable activities, and exercise opportunities.

    Beyond its high standards of care and living, TLC Living Community has garnered recognition at a national level for its commitment to creating a supportive, thriving environment. For four consecutive years, the community has been honored with the Best of Senior Living Award, reflecting its consistent excellence and the positive experiences of its residents. The community takes pride in its warm, attentive staff, inviting design, and collaborative approach to resident and family engagement, making TLC Living Community a respected and sought-after option for assisted living in the region.

    People often ask...

    TLC Living Community offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,625 per month.

    TLC Living Community offers independent living and assisted living.

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    The full address for this community is 508 Roosevelt Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115.

    No, TLC Living Community 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 Illinois, the Department of Public Health licenses assisted living and long-term care facilities, running annual licensure surveys and investigating complaints and reported incidents.

    License numbera1w3d000000Io9wAAC
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
    Capacity62 residents
    LicenseeTLC ILLINOIS, LLC
    EffectiveDecember 18th, 2024
    ExpiresDecember 18th, 2025
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    2

    Reports

    7

    Citations

    1

    Complaints

    1

    Years

    30 Mar 2026Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found deficiencies in verifying active nursing licenses and in ensuring proper supervision of self-administered medications.
    • 295.3000Personnel Requirements, Qualifications and Training
    • 295.5000Medication Reminders, Supervision of Self-Medication, Medication Administration and Storage
    11 Dec 2025Licensure
    Identified multiple deficiencies in disaster preparedness, staff orientation/ongoing training, physician assessments, service plans, and TB control after an annual licensure survey.
    • 295.2040Disaster Preparedness
    • 295.3020Employee Orientation and Ongoing Training
    • 295.4000Physician's Assessment
    • 295.4010Service Plan
    • 696.130 and 696.140Tuberculin Skin Test Procedures

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