For the fourth consecutive year, Christian Living Communities (CLC) has earned the World’s Best Culture Certification from Drive. CLC’s exceptional workplace culture is the result of team members bringing their unique gifts, talents, and perspectives to our communities every day. We are honored to be recognized for the supportive, values-driven environment we have built together.
Earning the World’s Best Culture designation for the fourth consecutive year is an incredible honor, but what means even more is what it represents. Our team members once again affirmed that the heart of CLC is rooted in the values of caring, accountability, compassion, teamwork, and continuous learning. What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that it reflects the way we strive to live out our CLC Citizenship Model® every day by creating communities where every person is valued, empowered, and connected to purpose. This award is far more than a designation. It is a reflection of the shared commitment, deep relationships, and mission-driven spirit that make CLC such a special place to live and work.”
– Jill Vitale-Aussem, President & CEO
What Is The World’s Best Culture Certification?
The World’s Best Culture Certification recognizes aging services organizations that have created exceptional workplace cultures. The certification is determined through the Culture Values Assessment developed by Barrett Values Centre, a globally recognized tool used to measure organizational culture and values alignment.
Drive Culture Outcomes, a consulting firm specializing in culture within aging services, is a leading user of this assessment. Organizations such as Mastercard, Coca-Cola, Prudential, and Volvo have also utilized the assessment to better understand and strengthen their workplace environments. With more than 25 years of data and four million assessments in its database, Barrett Values Centre provides a trusted benchmark for measuring organizational culture.
How Do Team Members Help Shape CLC’s Culture?
The Culture Values Assessment gives team members across CLC communities, services, and support teams an opportunity to share their personal values, the organization’s current values, and the values they would like to see reflected in their ideal workplace.
This year, 757 team members participated in the assessment. Their feedback helped identify organizational strengths, opportunities for growth, and the values that define the CLC experience.
The results revealed that the top current culture values at CLC continue to be caring, accountability, compassion, teamwork, and continuous learning. These values reflect our commitment to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment grounded in CLC’s Citizenship Model® of Community Living.
By prioritizing these values, we help ensure that team members feel supported in their work, connected to a shared purpose, and empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and one another.
What Culture Score Did CLC Earn?
To receive World’s Best Culture Certification, organizations must achieve a minimum score of 70 on the Culture Values Assessment.
This year, CLC earned an outstanding culture score of 90, significantly exceeding the certification benchmark and reflecting a strong alignment between organizational values and everyday experiences.
For additional perspective:
- Global average culture score: 55
- Drive Culture Outcomes average culture score: 70
- CLC culture score: 90
This achievement not only distinguishes CLC within the aging services field but also demonstrates our ongoing commitment to creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Being recognized as one of the world’s best cultures is incredibly meaningful to Christian Living Communities. At CLC, we know that resident well-being is closely connected to consistent, relationship-based interactions with team members who embody our values every day. This certification reinforces our commitment to creating exceptional places to live, work, and serve.
We are also proud to share that several CLC communities and services earned World’s Best Culture Certification this year, reflecting a shared commitment to workplace excellence across the organization.
| Community | World’s Best Culture Score |
| Cappella of Grand Junction | 80 |
| Clermont Park | 88 |
| Dayspring Villa | 71 |
| Holly Creek | 89 |
| Rhythms Home Care | 89 |
| Someren Glen | 87 |
| Sunny Vista | 83 |
| CLC Overall | 90 |
Why Does Workplace Culture Matter?
A strong workplace culture impacts more than employee satisfaction. When team members feel connected to their work, aligned with organizational values, and supported by their colleagues, they are better equipped to build meaningful relationships and provide exceptional service.
At CLC, culture serves as the foundation for how we care for residents, support one another, and create communities where people can flourish.
I have had the privilege of partnering with Christian Living Communities for many years, and what they have built is nothing short of extraordinary. Earning the World’s Best Culture is the result of leaders who show up every single day committed to their people. CLC is, without question, one of the finest organizations in senior living, and this recognition reflects exactly who they are.”
– Denise Boudreau, Founder & President of Drive
Living Our Values Every Day
While we are proud of this achievement, we remain committed to listening, learning, and strengthening the culture that makes CLC such a special organization.
This recognition reflects the dedication of our team members, residents, families, volunteers, and community partners who help bring our mission and values to life each day.
Learn more about Christian Living Communities and the values that continue to shape our communities, services, and culture.