Building Belonging

Building Belonging: A Virtual Conversation with Charles Vogl on The Art of Community

Exploring the Seven Principles of Belonging with the Author and CLC Recently, Christian Living Communities (CLC) President & CEO Jill Vitale-Aussem had the privilege of hosting a virtual book club conversation with Charles Vogl, author of The Art of Community: Seven Principles for Belonging. Joined by residents and team members from across CLC communities, as …

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Posted by Laura Roese Thought Leadership
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‘Tis the Season – The Immense Value of Holidays and Traditions to Your Well-Being

As the end of the year draws near, many people look forward to holidays and time with family and friends. With Thanksgiving behind us, we look forward to December, which holds holidays for many religions and cultures. It is also a time that is often filled with familiar traditions: year-end celebrations, reflections, and holiday gatherings. …

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Finding a Senior Living Community When Living with Dementia

Written By: Dan Swiatkiewicz | Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Christian Living Communities Receiving a diagnosis of cognitive impairment, still commonly referred to as dementia, can be crushing. Many people, physicians included, feel that a dementia diagnosis is the end to any quality of life. We tend to shift the focus on what …

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Posted by Laura Roese Memory Care Senior Living Thought Leadership
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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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Posted by Laura Roese Christian Living Communities Thought Leadership
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An Arm Around My Shoulders: The Impact of CLC’s Chaplains

You are amazing. Kind supporters (like you!) who believe in enriching the quality and dignity of life for older adults have given more than $80,000 to the Strengthening Our Foundation campaign to support Chaplain Services. Together, we are 41% of the way to our campaign goal of $200,000. Your gift will make it possible for …

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Posted by Laura Roese Thought Leadership Your Impact
Christian Living Communities in the News

Christian Living Communities In the News

Read the latest news about Christian Living Communities from trusted news and media sources. Follow us here for a third-party perspective about how CLC is disrupting ageism, leading the way in redefining senior living, and creating communities where aging is honored and celebrated. Senior Housing News Highlights CLC’s Accomplishments in 2023 and Evolution for 2024 …

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Posted by Laura Roese In the News Thought Leadership
Surviving and Thriving as a Family Caregiver

Surviving and Thriving as a Family Caregiver

“There are four kinds of people in the world: Those who have been caregivers; those who currently are caregivers; those who will be caregivers; those who will need caregivers.” – Rosalyn Carter, Former First Lady Caring for a loved one is filled with joys and sometimes sorrows as putting another person’s needs ahead of your …

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Posted by Laura Roese Health & Wellness Thought Leadership
Belonging Opening Hearts and Minds

Creating Belonging – Opening Hearts and Minds

Belonging – being well known and loved and accepted – is a basic human need. We’ve all seen the research showing that living a life of isolation and loneliness is devastating to our well-being, health and longevity. It is because of this that CLC has made a commitment to driving a deeper culture of belonging …

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Posted by Laura Roese Christian Living Communities Thought Leadership

Where You Live Matters – The Critical Role of Place in the Second Half of Life

Where you live is one of the most significant factors in thriving over a long life. “Place” is more than the four walls you call home; it also encompasses your neighborhood, metropolitan area, region of the country, and even the people who surround you. Choosing the right place influences our opportunities for purpose, social connections, …

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