Founded in 1979 by parents who wanted independent, neighborhood living opportunities for their adult children with developmental disabilities, Community Living has grown from its initial two houses to 25 single-family, townhouse, and apartment homes located throughout the City of Frederick. The agency now provides full residential experiences and services for over 100 adults of all ages, all levels of disability, and all employment capabilities. In doing so, Community Living employs a staff of 90 + people.

Every Community Living resident either works a traditional job, attends a local day program or sheltered workshop, or is a participant in the agency's senior day program. The agency also provides respite care, emergency placement, and technology assistance services to local families.

The Community Living mission statement reads, "To provide full inclusion into the Frederick County community through residential housing and programs for our citizens with developmental disabilities," for over 28 years, that has been the sole thrust of this agency's commitment.