At Community Living Alternatives (CLA), we believe in celebrating the people who make our community so special — the individuals we serve, our Host Home Providers, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Family Caregivers, board members and staff. This year’s CLA Awards Ceremony was a heartfelt tribute to the compassion, dedication, and joy that have shaped CLA…
Grab a leash, bring your pup, and join Community Living Alternatives (CLA) for our fifth annual Yappy Hour—a tail-wagging evening of fun, fundraising, and furry friends! Sponsored by KONG and hosted at the dog-friendly Edgewater Beer Garden, Yappy Hour brings together local pet lovers to support a great cause: helping adults with intellectual and developmental…
Our CLASS (Community Living Alternatives’ Specialized Services) program is packed with exciting July activities designed to inspire connection, creativity, and community! Whether you’re looking to explore, learn, or simply have fun, there’s something for everyone. 🌿 Outings & Adventures We’re visiting some of Colorado’s top spots: Denver Botanic Gardens, Clyfford Still Museum, Whimsy Paint &…
At Community Living Alternatives, we’re proud to uplift the voices, stories, and contributions of people with disabilities. This month, we celebrate inclusion, independence, and the vibrant community we’re honored to serve. July 26 marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—a landmark civil rights law that broke down barriers and helped build…
Meet Paul, Community Living Alternatives Day Program, CLASS, participant. At 55 years old, Paul’s roots run deep in southwest Denver—living in the same house where he was born, surrounded by the family and community that have shaped his life. Paul has been supported by Community Living Alternatives (CLA) since 1991, with his older brother serving as…
This year on Valentine’s Day, CLASS Day Program opened its doors to individuals who receive services, our friends, family members and staff for a great time at CLA’s Valentine’s Day / Friendship Party. CLA hosts great parties and other events, and this party was no different. Attendees had the opportunity to complete Valentine’s Day themed…
The holiday season is a busy and fun time for everyone. On December 13, 2024, our CLA family came together for another great holiday party at the Doubletree Hotel. Aside from all the smiling, happy people who joined us for the party, there was also lots of dancing, great food and the opportunity for everyone…
This year’s CLA Annual Awards was extra special, as we are celebrating 45 years of providing services to people with IDD! Our theme was Super Heros! It truly is a fun way of acknowledging people within the agency, and their many years of partnership! We cannot thank the many staff and board members who work hard…
This year was our 4th time partnering with the Beer Gardens and KONG to raise funds for CLA through Yappy Hour! We raised approximately $1,500 thanks to all the donations from people at the event and from the keg sales of New Terrain Brewing Co. Edgewater Beer Garden was packed, which resulted in more…
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