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Medicaid, Budgets, and the Future of Aging Care: Why This Moment Matters

The Colorado state legislature will convene for the 2026 session on January 14th. Lawmakers are grappling with a projected $1.2 billion shortfall in the state budget due in part to changes in funding at the federal level. Some budget experts estimate that after removing potential surplus, lawmakers still must find $783 million in savings to …

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Celebrating Leadership, Service, and a Bright Future

CLC Board of Directors Transitions Each year, Christian Living Communities (CLC) hosts a special gathering of our volunteer Board of Directors, senior leadership team, and their spouses/partners—a time to celebrate the achievements of the organization, honor the thoughtful guidance provided by our Board, and acknowledge the collective commitment that keeps our mission vibrant. This year’s …

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When Care Is on the Line: The Human Impact of Medicaid Cuts in Colorado

This Thursday, the Colorado State Legislature will convene for a special session to address a looming financial crisis – one that may now threaten the health, dignity, and very lives of some of our state’s older adults. Among the urgent issues on the table: potential devastating cuts to Medicaid at the state level, following reductions …

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Building Pathways to Meaningful Employment: CLC’s Transformative Partnership with CrossPurpose

One of the most pressing challenges in today’s senior living landscape is finding and retaining skilled professionals who are dedicated to the care and well-being of older adults. Simultaneously, job seekers from underserved communities can experience hurdles when seeking meaningful employment opportunities. Christian Living Communities (CLC) has found an innovative solution through our strategic partnership …

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CLC & Curana Health: A Powerful Partnership Transforming Resident Care

When John* arrived at Someren Glen’s skilled nursing neighborhood after suffering a stroke, the future was uncertain. He faced multiple challenges—trouble sleeping, limited mobility, cognitive struggles, and nutritional issues. These obstacles left him vulnerable to wandering, falling, and experiencing frequent confusion, raising real concerns about his ability to regain any level of independence. That’s where …

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CLC Earns World’s Best Culture Certification for the Third Year

For the third consecutive year, Christian Living Communities (CLC) has been awarded the World’s Best Culture certification. CLC’s exceptional workplace culture is the result of each team member contributing their unique gifts and identities to their communities and the organization. We are honored to be recognized for the supportive environment that we have built together. …

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Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’: A Tribute to 53 Years of Service and the Power of Volunteers

This month marked a meaningful milestone – the 53rd anniversary of Christian Living Communities. On the morning of Friday, May 9th, 165 members of the CLC community came together at the Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows for the 2025 Founder’s Day Breakfast featuring the Earthen Vessel Award. It was a joyful celebration of our …

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Welcoming Five New CLC Eden Alternative Educators

Culture change efforts at Christian Living Communities are getting a big boost in 2025, thanks to the generosity of caring supporters like you! Your gifts to the Workforce Innovation Fund made it possible last month for five CLC team members to complete the week-long training to become Certified Eden Alternative Educators. Eden Educators have a …

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CLC & Curana Health Announce New Partnership in Providing In-Community Health Clinics

Starting January 6, 2025, the CLC communities Clermont Park, Holly Creek, and Someren Glen will have a new partner for in-community health clinics, Curana Health. Curana Health specializes in providing comprehensive, on-site primary care tailored to senior living communities. Curana provides services in 34 states and is dedicated to improving health outcomes while ensuring that …

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Revolutionizing Aging Services Begins First with Citizenship

The traditional approach in senior living is to view older people as customers or consumers of services. You can see that reflected in advertising promising a carefree life of leisure – kind of the resort or cruise ship approach.  This approach is rooted in false and limiting beliefs of aging. That when we reach a …

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