TLC’s Creative Arts Program: Meet the Jazz Band

More than 25 community performances, a standing residency and a rehearsal schedule about to expand to five days a week. The TLC Jazz Band did not get here by accident, […]
Nicholas Pratt Shines in TLC’s Creative Arts Program

A Creative Spirit at TLC Nicholas Pratt, known to most as Nick, has been a valued member of the TLC community since 2012. Through TLC’s Creative Arts Day Program for adults […]
Remy’s Journey of Confidence and Creativity at TLC

Growing Up in the TLC Community Remy Nagatani has been a proud member of the TLC community since 2009, growing and thriving here for more than 15 years. Over the […]
Bonnie Schlachte: LABJ Women’s Leadership Symposium & Awards Nominee

Meet the Nominee: Bonnie Bonnie Schlachte, TLC’s fearless leader, was nominated for the LA Business Journal Women’s Leadership Symposium & Awards in Los Angeles. Those of us who work with Bonnie or […]
Twenty Years of Creativity: Steven Mendez’s Journey at TLC

A Lifelong Connection to Creativity For more than twenty years, Steven has been part of the TLC community. His journey began in the Children’s Creative Arts Program, continued through Afterschool […]
From Student to Star: Jesse Gaona’s Journey at TLC

A Creative Voice Finds His Stage at TLC At 33 years old, Jesse is a gifted writer, loyal friend, and a quiet force of creativity whose presence lights up every […]
Inside TLC’s Adult Residential Program: Finding Home at Shoup House

A Place to Build and Grow For the residents of Shoup House, home is a place where support, independence, and community come together. It is a space where individuals are […]
Vanessa’s Story of Independence in TLC’s Creative Arts Adult Day Program

A Bold Step Toward Independence In 2024, Vanessa Quick made a life-changing decision. After living with her mother for most of her life, she moved into TLC’s Donna House. It was […]
From Day Program to Center Stage: Daniela Franco’s Creative Journey at TLC

A Creative Journey at TLC Daniela Franco’s journey at TLC began in 2016 when she joined the organization’s Day Program. From the start, she became known for her warm personality, artistic […]
A Lifetime with TLC: Tim’s Story of Creativity, Community, and Growth

A Life Connected to TLC Tim Peltier’s story is deeply connected to the history of TLC itself. He first joined the organization in 1975 when TLC opened its very first residential […]