Transitional Living Communities

136 S Robson, Mesa, AZ 85210

Healthcare Facility

License: Food Establishment - Boarding Home

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Going back to 2024, Transitional Living Communities has 10 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

The pattern that stands out is “certified food protection manager”, which has been cited three times.

Transitional Living Communities' latest score of 86 falls below the Mesa average of 95. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded

Inspector notes: In the reach-in refrigerator a container of mac and cheese, cooked potatoes, and opened hot dogs were found without dates. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)

3-501.18

Dec 1, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded

Inspector notes: Packages of cooked chicken were found in the reach-in refrigerator with the prep date of 11/22/25 and use-by date of 11/26/25. All RTE/TCS foods past 7 days of preparation were discarded by PIC at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)

3-501.18

Oct 8, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 30, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 15, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: In the large reach-in refrigerator, raw frozen bacon was stored directly above a container of yogurt wrapped in aluminum foil. The raw bacon may have dripped into the top of the yogurt container. At the time of inspection, the bacon was moved to the bottom shelf. The yogurt was voluntarily discarded by the PIC out of an abundance of caution

3-302.11(A1-2)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Rodent droppings were found in the dry storage area, hallway, bathroom, and basement. The PIC was shown the areas that had pest evidence. The PIC was instructed to clean and sanitize all the areas mentioned above, as well as shelves, canned goods, and other sealed dried goods. The PIC was instructed not to use the basement as storage until it is completely sealed off and pests are eliminated. Please contact a licensed pest control professional to address the issue. A re-inspection will be conducted in 10 days

6-501.111(C)

Jun 10, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria

7-204.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: During inspection observed a hole on on the wall in the closet of the dry food storage. The wall above the hole also appears to have water damage. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.11

Mar 12, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw chicken was being thawed in prep sin without being submerged. The PIC stated the food item was out for less than 1 hour. The PIC was shown how to draw properly at the time of inspection

3-501.13

Dec 2, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented

Inspector notes: Observed bread with green and black matter adhering to its surface. All food must be in good condition, safe, and unadulterated. All adulterated food was discarded at time of inspection

3-101.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The person in charge (PIC) did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate at the time of inspection. Per Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection. >>>

2-102.12(A)

Sep 11, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The floor next to the reach-in refrigerator in the dining area is in disrepair and the wood is exposed. The person in charge (PIC) stated they have already placed a work order. Please repair/replace prior to next routine inspection

6-201.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Jul 9, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: (CFPM): The person in charge (PIC) did not have the CFPM at the time of inspection. Per 2017 Food Code, the PIC shall be a CFPM and is required to be onsite during the hours of operation. Please have a CFPM on-site prior to next routine inspection. Repeat violation: Six consecutive violation

2-102.12(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Transitional Living Communities last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Transitional Living Communities on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Transitional Living Communities?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Transitional Living Communities.

How does Transitional Living Communities compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Transitional Living Communities most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Transitional Living Communities' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Transitional Living Communities have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Transitional Living Communities means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Transitional Living Communities inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Transitional Living Communities is inspected around six times per year on average.

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