Join our next Information Session at Lakewood Library (20th Ave) Saturday November 15 from 3-5pm MST

Meet Your Future Neighbors at Gratitude Village

We are a growing group of introverts and extroverts, creatives and caregivers, young families and wise elders—all drawn together by a shared desire for deeper connection, meaningful belonging, and a more sustainable way of living. What unites us is a love for nature, a reverence for the planet, a desire for deeper connection with each other and a belief that community is not just where we live, but how we live. Our vision is to live with purpose, with people, and with the planet in mind.

Our families are building a village where children are surrounded by support, spontaneity, and safe, joyful spaces to grow. Our elders find purpose and connection in being of service, sharing wisdom, and aging in place with dignity and care. People with disabilities are fully welcomed and included, with thoughtful design and a culture of accessibility ensuring that everyone can thrive and participate fully in community life. Together, we’re cultivating a diverse, multigenerational, mixed income neighborhood of 60 up to 90 members—from babies to grandparents and all stages between.

We celebrate individuality while honoring our shared commitment to community. We value both connection and privacy, spontaneous play and quiet reflection, shared meals and personal space. Gratitude Village is being designed as a place where everyone—of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds—feels welcome, seen, and truly at home.

Suzie

FOUNDING Member

I have long dreamed of a community where I felt deeply connected. I felt that strong sense of connection at various points in my life: as a child spending summers with my grandparents in their small town in Oklahoma; traveling and living abroad in Nepal and Peru; and as a young family in a newly built suburban community. Since the pandemic, that deep sense of connection has not been as easy to create or maintain so I started researching alternative community options in 2016. That led me to discover cohousing. I didn't find exactly what I was looking for and discovered I couldn't afford most of the new communities that were being build, so I decided to start Gratitude Village!

I am excited for this adventure and look forward to living in a diverse community with friends old and new along with my daughter, our dogs, Ollie & Nova, and our parakeet, Mr. Pickles!

Dr. B (Wanda)

FOUNDING Member

Dr. B graduated from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School with a degree of ‘Doctor of Medicine’. She did her postgraduate residency in Pediatrics, became board certified and practiced Pediatrics in Plano, TX. Dr. B also trained in homeopathy and graduated from the Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy. Adding to her passion for helping people heal, she studied at the Institute of Functional Medicine and recently was certified by the IFM. Dr. B founded Healing Unleashed with her business partner, Dr. Joan. Together they have created a wonderful medical clinic to serve their community in Denver, CO. Wanda knows how important social connection is for people, mentally and physically and is excited to be part of this amazing community!

Reyna

FOUNDING Member

I am an enthusiastic advocate for Early Childhood Education, graduating with an degree that focuses on Early Childhood professions. I enjoy infusing happiness and innovative teaching techniques into the lives of young learners. I am also a small business owner and I manage a small online venture that showcases my creativity. Beyond my professional pursuits, I have a passion for anime, music, arts, and I have 2 dogs that I love, cherishing companionship and positivity in my life and in my community. In my leisure time, I enjoy traveling and learning new languages to connect with diverse cultures, and I love hiking, relishing the beauty of nature and the great outdoors.

Ron

FOUNDING MEMBER

Ron grew up in Denver and received his bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and master’s degree in Range Science from Colorado State University. He was in the Peace Corps in West Africa. His professional life focused on the disciplines of agriculture and natural resources. Ron also house/pet sat full time at numerous locations in the west for six years after retiring in 2010.

Ron is a widower with one treasured son. He reads lots of books, likes to try new places to eat, and relishes hiking above timberline. He gardens, particularly enjoying his annual potato crop, and walks dogs once a week at the local shelter. He has consciously experienced aloneness and thus understands the value of community. A simple pleasure for him is being witty.

Ron was president of the Colorado County Agricultural Agents Association, and served on the board of directors of the Colorado Weed Management Association, and on the Thornton, CO Parks & Open Space Advisory Commission.

Emily

FOUNDING MEMBER

Growing up in Colorado, I was privileged to be part of a community that valued connection, gardens, support, sharing, and learning. My soul yearns to be part of a close-knit community again and to help others design their own. I currently reside in South Dakota.

A decade of my life was devoted to healing from and fighting Lyme disease. Drawing on this experience, I now advocate on behalf of fellow Lyme Warriors. For the past 18 months, I have been pursuing further education under the tutelage of a Shamanic teacher in Colorado, with the aim of teaching others about the inter-connectedness of mind and body and the importance of maintaining a positive, healthy environment.

I am also working towards obtaining my certification as a coach, with the goal of guiding individuals towards achieving health, success, and joy during challenging times. I am excited and honored to play a role in creating a mindful, loving community that prioritizes sustainability and I am looking forward to getting to know everyone!

Bill & Scottee

EXPLORERS

Bill and Scottee are world travelers and adventurers who spent time in the UK as well as Turkiye, Spain and Scotland this past year. When Bill retired from his federal job after a few decades in the DC area, Scottee and he decided to move to Denver where he grew up. Bill traveled frequently to South America with Suzie's adventure travel company including hikes to remote areas in Venezuela, Peru and Bolivia.

Royce, Makena, Sagan & Kamin

FOUNDING MEMBERS

We are interested in intentional community and sustainable building practices. Makena grows a backyard food forest and works for an artificial turf company. Royce is an actor/writer and works for a climate non-profit. Sagan likes to read and make stories and Kamin likes to climb, jump, and do anything active. As a family, we love to play board games and watch movies together.

Doug & Cheryl

EXPLORERS

Although Doug is a man of many trades and talents, he and Cheryl are both educators - he at the college level. Having lived in Switzerland for a time, they love spending extended periods of time in Europe. They are looking to downsize from their large family home south of Denver as their adult children live in the Denver area. A community that is relatively near their kids would be ideal, and they have both been interested in the cohousing model for many years.

Curtis & Cherlyn

EXPLORERS

Curt has more than 30 years experience working in youth recreation programs including 28 years with Denver Parks and Rec. He is now the disaster preparedness coordinator at Atlantis Community, Inc. For over 20 years, Cherlyn has been recognized as an organizational guru with a diverse skillset. She has expertise in small business office administration, payroll, tax filing, record keeping and customer relations have shaped me to become an expert in finding ways to improve efficiency and helping the small business thrive. I’m skilled at providing excellent customer service, quickly solving problems and finding the best solutions for both the company and the client.

Jenna

EXPLORER

Jenna is an experienced publishing professional with over ten years in product and program management, e-learning and curriculum design and online course production (video and multimedia). She enjoys creating successful, high-impact teaching and research products focused on climate change, health and wellness and sustainability. Jenna is passionate about sustainability, climate change, conservation, social equity and social justice and public health and wellness.

Pamela

EXPLORER

Pam has lived in various parts of Colorado including Denver and the Western Slope. Her daughter and a beloved grandson live in Denver while a sister and her father reside in Utah. She currently resides in Florida and works as physician's assistant (focused primarily in psychology). She is excited to be moving back to Colorado to be a part of Gratitude Village.

Kathy

EXPLORER

Born and raised in Chicago, Kathy transplanted to Colorado in the 70s. She has worked in corporate training, affordable multi-family and senior housing, and ran a volunteer time bank. "I've lived a few other places in and outside the country but I keep coming back to Colorado!" Kathy is happiest when she's involved in community building, supporting the arts, and playing with her two grandsons. Kathy, Pam and Joni are friends who look forward to having their own "Golden Girls" corner of the village!

Can't you see yourself here?

We hope you'll join us!

first GVCO Founders, Explorers gathering May 2025

First GVCO gathering of Founders & Explorers

Robin & Peter

EXPLORERS

Robin and Peter are long-time Denver westside residents who raised two lovely children. Son Jackson is 21 and sweet Rachel who has down syndrome and is autistic is 23. Robin is on the board of directors for L'Arche NoCo and holds a real estate license in Colorado. Originally hailing from Texas, Peter works in the energy industry.

Marcela

EXPLORER

Marcela was born in Colombia South America and moved to the US in the early 2000s. She has lived in various states around the country including Kansas. She's a multilingual linguist and cultural interpreter with over 20 years of experience bridging language barriers in legal, medical, financial, and correctional systems. Marcela speaks Spanish, English, Portuguese and French plus she can translate Vietnamese, Russian, some African languages and Mayan! She loves cooking and taking her big husky for walks.

Pam F.

EXPLORER

Bio coming soon!

Anita & Dave

EXPLORERS

Dave is a retired accountant and entrepreneur who now devotes his time to writing and publishing. His projects include Breathe In–Breathe Out, a series of one-minute meditations, Abundant Everyday Joy, and The Zest of the Lemon, a quarterly publication featuring global reflections on joy and connection. He looks forward to bringing his creativity and spirit of contribution to Gratitude Village.

Anita’s career included leadership roles as Director of Training for Hospice of Larimer County, Executive Director of The Time Exchange, and marketing national speakers. With Dave, she also ran Pillow Pet retail stores in California. Today, she is helping develop a peer-to-peer mutual aid app called Requests & Offers and supporting the Holochain Ecosystem to create a safer, kinder internet. She’s eager to explore and contribute wholeheartedly to Gratitude Village.