Christian Living Communities, Cappella Living Solutions

A Colorado Non-Profit Serving Older Adults Since 1972

Christian Living Communities (CLC) is a Colorado-based, mission-driven non-profit senior living organization providing active adult living, independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, home care, adult day services, life plan community/CCRC, respite care, and affordable housing across Colorado. Founded in 1972, CLC reinvests all earnings back into its communities rather than distributing profits to shareholders. Through its management and consulting division, Cappella Living Solutions, CLC also extends its operational expertise to other non-profit and for-profit senior living organizations.

Visit the official Christian Living Communities website to learn more about the organization's communities and services.

Company at a Glance

●       Headquarters: Englewood, Colorado

●       Founded: 1972

●       Current leadership: Jill Vitale-Aussem, President and CEO (serving since 2009), and Bryon Childs, Chief Financial Officer

●       Approximate portfolio size: 13 communities

●       States served: Colorado

●       Care and lifestyle options: Active adult living, independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, home care (non-medical), adult day services, life plan community/CCRC, respite care, and low-income/affordable housing

●       Ownership: Non-profit; all earnings are reinvested into its communities and mission

●       Official website: christianlivingcommunities.org

Senior Living and Care Options

CLC's communities span a full range of lifestyle and care levels, though not every option is available at every location. Depending on the community, options may include:

●       Active adult and independent living

●       Assisted living

●       Memory care

●       Long-term care and skilled nursing

●       Home care (non-medical), through Rhythms Home Care

●       Adult day services

●       Life plan community/CCRC living

●       Affordable housing options

A new community, Mullen Residences at The Highlands, is currently in development in Denver and is not yet accepting residents. Families should confirm current care levels and availability directly with each specific community. Families can also review independent living, assisted living, memory care, and home care options near them on Senior Care Finder.

What Makes Christian Living Communities Different?

A Non-Profit Model Reinvesting All Earnings

CLC has operated as a mission-driven non-profit since 1972, reinvesting all earnings back into its communities and mission rather than distributing profits to shareholders. The organization has publicly framed this as a meaningful structural difference from for-profit senior living operators.

Management and Consulting Services for Other Organizations

Through its Cappella Living Solutions division, CLC extends its operational leadership and expertise to other non-profit and for-profit senior living organizations, beyond the communities it owns and operates directly. Learn more on CLC's Cappella Management and Consulting page.

Sustained Workplace Culture Recognition

CLC has earned World's Best Culture certification for four consecutive years, an independent workplace-culture certification based on employee survey data, which the organization positions as evidence of a stable, engaged workforce.

National Recognition for Marketing and Communications

CLC has received first-place recognition in the National Aspect Marketing and Advertising Awards for consecutive years, an industry award program specifically recognizing marketing and communications work within the aging services field.

Long-Tenured Executive Leadership

Several members of CLC's executive team have served the organization for over a decade, including CEO Jill Vitale-Aussem (since 2009) and CFO Bryon Childs (since 2007), which the organization positions as providing continuity in strategic direction.

Signature Programs and Services

We! Culture is CLC's named internal culture framework, intended to shape how team members engage with residents and one another across the organization's communities. CLC also emphasizes a “citizenship model” approach to life plan communities, framing residents as active citizens of their community rather than passive recipients of care. Learn more on the official Christian Living Communities website.

Life at a Christian Living Communities Property

Depending on the community and care level, residents may find:

●       Resident-led programming reflecting a citizenship model of engagement

●       Chaplaincy and spiritual care services, led by an Executive Director of Chaplains

●       A range of dining, wellness, and social activities

●       Long-tenured on-site leadership at several communities

Because CLC's portfolio includes both directly operated communities and communities managed through Cappella Living Solutions on behalf of other organizations, families should confirm which specific entity operates a given community, along with its current care levels and amenities.

What Residents and Families Say

Ratings for individual CLC communities on Senior Care Finder are consistently strong: Cappella of Grand Junction and Holly Creek Retirement Community each show 4.6 out of 5, Clermont Park Senior Living shows 4.5, and Rhythms Home Care shows 4.7. Testimonials published by CLC describe a welcoming, well-maintained environment and attentive staff. Families should still review ratings and comments for the specific community they are considering, since experience can vary by location.

Leadership

Jill Vitale-Aussem is President and Chief Executive Officer of Christian Living Communities, a role she has served in since 2009 (with a period leading The Eden Alternative, a global senior living quality-of-life movement, during her career). She has more than 25 years of experience in senior living, previously led the $75 million redevelopment of Clermont Park, and is the author of Disrupting the Status Quo of Senior Living: A Mindshift.

Bryon Childs, CPA, is Chief Financial Officer of Christian Living Communities, a role he has served in since 2007, overseeing financial strategy and long-term fiscal stewardship.

Visit the official Christian Living Communities leadership page for the complete and most current executive team and board of directors.

Recent News, Growth, and Recognition

CLC Earns World's Best Culture Certification for the Fourth Consecutive Year

In June 2026, Christian Living Communities earned World's Best Culture certification for the fourth consecutive year, an independent workplace-culture recognition based on employee survey data.

Read the company's announcement.

New Community, Mullen Residences at The Highlands, in Development

CLC is developing a new community, Mullen Residences at The Highlands, in Denver, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. As of this research session, the community is not yet open to residents.

Learn more from the community's Senior Care Finder listing.

CLC Recognized in National Aspect Marketing and Advertising Awards

Christian Living Communities received first-place recognition in the National Aspect Marketing and Advertising Awards for a second consecutive year, an industry award program recognizing marketing and communications work specific to the aging services field.

Read the company's announcement.

CLC Scholarship Fund Supports Team Member Development

In July 2026, more than 70 residents, donors, board members, and team members gathered to celebrate the CLC Scholarship Fund, which invests in the continuing education and professional development of CLC team members.

Read the company's announcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Christian Living Communities? Christian Living Communities (CLC) is a Colorado-based, mission-driven non-profit senior living organization founded in 1972, providing a full range of senior living and care options across Colorado.

What is Cappella Living Solutions? Cappella Living Solutions is CLC's management and consulting division, through which CLC extends its operational leadership and expertise to other non-profit and for-profit senior living organizations, in addition to operating CLC's own communities.

Where is Christian Living Communities headquartered? Christian Living Communities is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.

Who leads Christian Living Communities? Christian Living Communities is led by President and CEO Jill Vitale-Aussem, who has served in the role since 2009, along with CFO Bryon Childs.

Is Christian Living Communities a non-profit? Yes. CLC is a non-profit organization and reinvests all earnings back into its communities and mission rather than distributing profits to shareholders.

How many communities does Christian Living Communities operate? Senior Care Finder's listing shows 13 communities; families should confirm current figures directly with CLC.

What care options does Christian Living Communities offer? Depending on the community, CLC offers active adult living, independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, home care, adult day services, life plan/CCRC living, respite care, and affordable housing.

Is Christian Living Communities affiliated with a specific religious denomination? CLC describes its mission as reflecting Christian love, respect, and compassion, though available information does not indicate a formal affiliation with a specific denomination.

Does Christian Living Communities manage communities on behalf of other organizations? Yes, through its Cappella Living Solutions division, CLC provides management and consulting services to other non-profit and for-profit senior living organizations.

What do reviews say about Christian Living Communities' communities? Ratings are consistently strong across CLC's communities, generally ranging from 4.5 to 4.7 out of 5 on Senior Care Finder. Families should review ratings and comments for the specific community they are considering.

How can someone find a Christian Living Communities property or schedule a tour? Families can search Christian Living Communities' properties on Senior Care Finder or contact a specific property directly through its Senior Care Finder listing to ask about availability and schedule a tour.

Explore Christian Living Communities

Choosing a senior living community is a personal decision shaped by care needs, location, and budget. View Christian Living Communities, Cappella Living Solutions on Senior Care Finder to compare individual locations, care options, and reviews.

Because care levels and amenities vary by community, and one community is still in development, families are encouraged to compare options, confirm current details directly, and visit in person before making a final decision.

Christian Living Communities, Cappella Living Solutions is a paid Senior Care Finder partner. Partner status does not replace the need for families to independently evaluate individual communities, services, pricing, licensing information, and recent reviews.

Company information, leadership details, programs, recognition, and news were reviewed using publicly available sources. Information last reviewed July 2026.