Always TLC

226 Sandpiper Court, Foster City, CA 94404
Assisted Living · Board and Care Home

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

About Always TLC

Always TLC is an Assisted Living community in the Foster City area that also offers Board and Care Home. Estimated costs for this community start at $4,400/mo, which is lower than the cost of care in the Foster City area of $7,495/mo.

Always Tlc is a charming, small-sized assisted living and board and care home located in the heart of San Mateo, California. This delightful community offers a warm and welcoming environment for seniors, with a focus on providing comprehensive care and medical services tailored to each resident's unique needs. The dedicated staff at Always Tlc work tirelessly to ensure residents enjoy a comfortable, safe, and fulfilling lifestyle. One of the key strengths of Always Tlc is the extensive care services offered to residents. The staff can arrange transportation for medical appointments and coordinate with various health care providers to ensure seamless care for the seniors. Medication management is also a priority, with the team diligently monitoring and administering necessary medications. Assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and transfers, is also provided, ensuring residents maintain their dignity and independence. Always Tlc is committed to the overall well-being of its residents, offering 24-hour supervision and catering to special dietary restrictions, including diabetes diets. The community prides itself on its delicious meal preparation and service, ensuring residents receive nutritious and appetizing meals every day. In addition to the exceptional care services, Always Tlc also offers a range of non-care services to enhance the overall living experience for residents. These include housekeeping and linen services, scheduled daily activities, community-sponsored events, and move-in coordination. The community's vibrant atmosphere and engaging activities ensure residents always have something to look forward to. The average pricing of Always Tlc is $5,378, which is significantly lower than the average pricing of similar properties in San Mateo at $6,319. This makes Always Tlc an excellent value-for-money option for seniors seeking exceptional care and services in a cozy, intimate setting. The convenient location of Always Tlc further adds to its appeal, with San Mateo Medical Center just 3.4 miles away, ensuring residents have easy access to medical care when needed. Additionally, CVS Pharmacy is just 1.1 miles away for any pharmaceutical needs. Nearby places of worship provide spiritual support, while a variety of dining options, such as the popular New England Lobster Market & Eatery and Philz Coffee, are located within a 6-mile radius, offering residents and their visiting families an opportunity to explore the local culinary scene. In conclusion, Always Tlc is a charming and intimate assisted living community in San Mateo, California, offering comprehensive care and medical services with a personal touch. The dedicated staff, excellent amenities, and convenient location make it an ideal choice for seniors seeking a nurturing and supportive environment.


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Pricing for Always TLC

starts from
$4,400/mo
Estimated starting prices by room type
Shared Bedroom$4,400/mo
Private Room$5,700/mo

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Reviews for Always TLC

3.6
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Reviews of Brookdale McMinnville’s Town Center and City Center communities are generally positive, especially regarding staff kindness, cleanliness, atmosphere, activities, and resident comfort. Many families describe employees as friendly, helpful, welcoming, and attentive, noting that staff know residents by name and make efforts to create a homelike environment. Residents enjoy engaging activities, family dinners, social opportunities, and accommodations that promote safety and involvement. Several reviewers praised the attractive apartments, natural light, walk-in showers, kitchen facilities, neighborhood location, and apartment-like feel. Families also appreciated medication management, communication, pandemic safety measures, and staff support during end-of-life care. Food received mixed but mostly favorable comments, with some calling it excellent and others saying it could be improved, particularly during periods of staff turnover. The most significant concerns involve staffing and service consistency. Some reviewers reported long waits for assistance with basic needs, inadequate staffing, vacant front desks, and insufficient caregiver availability. Others said paid services, such as weekly personal assistance and apartment cleaning, were not reliably provided without repeated reminders. These issues were viewed as undermining residents’ dignity and were attributed partly to high turnover, low wages, and corporate under-resourcing. Cost was also mentioned as a drawback, with one family finding prices substantially higher than competing communities and receiving unclear or inconsistent information about care levels and moving incentives. Tour experiences varied. Some visitors found the community clean, friendly, and welcoming, while others felt tours were disorganized, staff unprofessional, or the environment inadequately maintained, with unpleasant odors and a nursing-home atmosphere. Overall, most reviewers would recommend Brookdale, but prospective families should carefully verify staffing levels, service delivery, pricing, and care costs.
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Care offered at Always TLC

Care services

  • Medication management
  • Assistance with bathing
  • 24-hour supervision

Amenities at Always TLC

  • Furnished
  • Emergency Alert System
  • Move-in coordination
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Movie nights
  • Housekeeping
  • Community-sponsored activities
    Resident band or musicians, Bridge club, Book club, Bible study group, Current events club, Cards / pinochle club, Quilting or sewing club, Happy hour, Live dance or theater performances, Holiday parties, Dances, Art classes, Has karaoke, Trivia games, Has birthday parties, Wine tasting, Walking club, Has wii bowling, Has garden club
  • Pet-friendly
    Dogs, Cats
  • Faith Based
    Christian services, Other religious services, Devotional activities on site
  • Special dietary restrictions
    Pureed meals, Low / No Sodium

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    Total population: 37,306

    36% of population is 50+ years old, 17% is 65+ years old
    The poverty rate is 7% lower for this region compared to the California state average, which is 12%

    Diversity

    2% of population identify themselves as Black, 46% as Asian, 9% as Hispanic, and 45% as White

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