A directory of belonging
Places where community is built into where you live — not another club to visit, but somewhere the people around you are part of daily life. Monasteries that welcome guests, cohousing, co-ops, ecovillages, seniors villages, and neighbourhoods that actually function. Start where you are.
Compiled with AI, checked by nobody yet. These are starting points, gathered for Rio Grande do Sul — real places as far as we know, but details change. Verify with a phone call before you set your heart or drive across the state.
Aldeia da Fraternidade is a long-standing institution dedicated to providing care and a nurturing environment for children and adolescents in need. It operates as a residential community focused on education, development, and social integration.
Visit website →This therapeutic community offers a structured environment for recovery and personal development. It focuses on reintegration into society through support and shared living.
A Fazenda da Paz é uma comunidade terapêutica que oferece tratamento e recuperação para dependentes químicos, baseada em um modelo de vida comunitária e trabalho. O programa visa a reintegração social e a construção de um futuro saudável para seus membros.
A therapeutic community focused on recovery from addiction through work, spirituality, and shared living. It offers a structured environment for personal transformation and reintegration.
Visit website →This therapeutic community provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals seeking recovery and personal growth. It emphasizes collective responsibility and shared therapeutic activities to foster healing.
This therapeutic community provides a supportive residential environment for individuals seeking recovery from addiction. It emphasizes a structured daily routine, group therapy, and vocational training to promote rehabilitation.
A therapeutic community dedicated to helping individuals overcome chemical dependency through a structured program. It emphasizes shared responsibility and mutual support in a rural setting.
Visit website →Vida Nova offers a structured and supportive environment for individuals seeking recovery from addiction. The community emphasizes therapeutic activities, peer support, and personal development to facilitate lasting change.
O Lar da Fraternidade é uma instituição que acolhe idosos, proporcionando moradia, alimentação e cuidados de saúde em um ambiente familiar. Eles se dedicam a oferecer dignidade e carinho aos seus residentes, promovendo a interação e o bem-estar.
Visit website →This traditional institution provides comprehensive care and a supportive living environment for elderly residents in Porto Alegre. It focuses on well-being, social interaction, and dignified aging within a community setting.
Visit website →Morada do Sol offers comprehensive care and a supportive community for its elderly residents. The facility prioritizes well-being through personalized attention and engaging social programs.
O Residencial Geriátrico Villa Bella oferece um ambiente acolhedor e seguro para idosos, com cuidados especializados e atividades que promovem a socialização. É um espaço dedicado ao bem-estar e à qualidade de vida na terceira idade.
Visit website →A cohousing project designed for intergenerational living with shared spaces and activities. It fosters a sense of belonging and mutual support among residents.
Coliving Bela Vista provides modern shared living spaces designed for young professionals and students. Residents benefit from furnished rooms, communal areas, and a vibrant social atmosphere.
Localizado no coração de Porto Alegre, este coliving oferece quartos mobiliados e espaços compartilhados para profissionais e estudantes. É um ambiente dinâmico que incentiva a interação e a colaboração entre os moradores.
A modern coliving space designed for professionals and students seeking shared living with private amenities in a prime location. It promotes social interaction through common areas and organized events.
A modern coliving space designed for young professionals and students seeking shared accommodation and community. It offers furnished rooms and common areas for socialising and collaboration.
This coliving space offers shared accommodations and common areas designed for interaction and community building among residents. It provides a modern and flexible living solution for urban dwellers.
A modern coliving space designed for professionals and students seeking a collaborative and social living experience. It offers shared amenities and regular community events to foster connections among residents.
This residential village offers accommodation primarily for students and faculty of PUCRS, fostering an academic and collaborative living environment. Residents benefit from proximity to university facilities and a community-oriented atmosphere.
Visit website →An ecovillage focused on sustainability, self-knowledge, and community living. They offer various programs and welcome visitors and potential residents interested in a conscious lifestyle.
Visit website →An established ecovillage promoting sustainable living, permaculture, and community engagement. They welcome new members who align with their ecological and social values.
Visit website →A Ecovila da Floresta é um projeto de vida sustentável que busca a harmonia entre o ser humano e a natureza, com moradias ecológicas e práticas de permacultura. Os moradores compartilham recursos e conhecimentos, promovendo um estilo de vida consciente e comunitário.
An ecovillage focused on sustainable living and a deep connection with nature, promoting ecological practices and community collaboration. Residents share resources and work together to create a harmonious and environmentally conscious lifestyle.
A Ecovila da Lagoa é um projeto de vida sustentável que busca integrar moradia, trabalho e lazer em harmonia com a natureza. Os moradores compartilham recursos e promovem práticas ecológicas, cultivando um forte senso de comunidade e respeito ao meio ambiente.
Ecovila da Mata is a sustainable living project focused on ecological principles and community cooperation. Residents share resources and work together to cultivate a harmonious relationship with nature.
An ecovillage focused on sustainable living, permaculture, and community integration amidst the natural beauty of the Serra Gaúcha. Residents share common areas and engage in collective activities to foster a harmonious environment.
An emerging ecovillage focused on sustainable living and community building in harmony with nature. Residents share resources and work together towards ecological and social well-being.
Ecovila da Serra is a sustainable community nestled in the mountains, focused on ecological living and shared values. Residents collaborate on permaculture projects, renewable energy, and fostering a harmonious relationship with nature.
An ecovillage focused on sustainable living, permaculture, and holistic education. They offer workshops and welcome individuals interested in a regenerative lifestyle.
Visit website →A comunidade Emanuel é um movimento católico internacional que busca a santidade no dia a dia, com membros vivendo juntos em casas de fraternidade. Eles se dedicam à oração, à partilha e ao serviço, promovendo um estilo de vida comunitário e espiritual.
Visit website →The Shalom Catholic Community in Porto Alegre offers a vibrant faith-based living experience, fostering spiritual growth and communal service among its members. Residents share daily life, prayer, and evangelization efforts, creating a strong sense of belonging and purpose.
Visit website →A Comunidade Kolping de Porto Alegre é parte de uma obra internacional que promove o desenvolvimento humano e social. Eles oferecem moradia e apoio para jovens e adultos em busca de formação e integração comunitária.
Visit website →Despertar para a Vida is a therapeutic community dedicated to recovery and personal growth. It offers a structured environment where individuals support each other on their journey to well-being.
This contemplative monastery provides a serene setting for spiritual growth and community living. Monks dedicate their lives to prayer, work, and fostering a deep sense of brotherhood.
A Cistercian monastery that welcomes visitors for spiritual retreats and periods of quiet contemplation. It offers a peaceful environment for reflection and connection with monastic life.
O Mosteiro da Transfiguração é um local de vida monástica dedicado à oração e ao trabalho, seguindo a tradição beneditina. Oferece um ambiente de paz e contemplação, onde a comunidade de monges vive em comunhão e serviço.
Visit website →A Benedictine monastery offering a contemplative environment. They welcome guests seeking spiritual retreat and a period of quiet reflection.
Visit website →This Benedictine monastery offers a contemplative life for its residents, dedicated to prayer and community service. It provides a serene spiritual retreat within the region.
A serene monastic community dedicated to prayer and contemplation, offering a peaceful retreat for its members. It provides a structured spiritual life and a supportive environment for religious devotion.
A Benedictine monastery offering a contemplative and spiritual living experience for its monastic community. It is a place of prayer, work, and study, contributing to the spiritual life of the region.
A Franciscan monastery that provides a space for prayer and spiritual renewal. They often host individuals seeking a period of retreat and connection with the monastic rhythm.
Este mosteiro beneditino é um local de oração, estudo e trabalho, onde os monges vivem em comunidade seguindo a Regra de São Bento. Eles oferecem um refúgio de paz e espiritualidade, com a possibilidade de retiros para visitantes.
This Benedictine monastery provides a serene environment for spiritual contemplation and communal living. Monks dedicate their lives to prayer, work, and fostering a strong sense of brotherhood.
Bom Fim is a historic neighborhood known for its vibrant cultural scene and strong community ties. Residents often gather in its many parks and cafes, fostering a lively and inclusive atmosphere.
A vibrant and historic neighborhood with a strong cultural scene and many local gathering spots. Its lively atmosphere encourages spontaneous interactions and a strong sense of local pride.
Known for its active neighborhood association and numerous community events and green spaces. It offers a strong sense of local identity and opportunities for social interaction.
Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, green spaces, and active residents' associations. It fosters a strong community spirit through local events and shared amenities.
Known for its strong community ties and active residents' association, this neighborhood fosters a sense of belonging among its inhabitants. It features tree-lined streets, local businesses, and community events.
This vibrant evangelical community fosters strong social bonds and mutual support among its members. Regular gatherings and shared activities create a close-knit living environment.
While not a residential community in the traditional sense, this strong religious community fosters deep social bonds and mutual support among its members. It provides a network of care and shared values for its congregants.
This vibrant evangelical community fosters strong social bonds and mutual support among its members. Regular gatherings and shared activities strengthen the sense of belonging and collective identity.
As part of the IECLB network, this community in Novo Hamburgo fosters strong social bonds and mutual support among its members. It serves as a central point for spiritual life, social activities, and community outreach in the region.
Visit website →This vibrant Lutheran community fosters strong social bonds through shared faith and numerous community events. Residents actively participate in church activities, social outreach, and mutual support networks.
A CELSP, embora seja uma comunidade religiosa, fomenta forte senso de vizinhança e apoio mútuo entre seus membros, com diversas atividades sociais e de voluntariado. Sua estrutura e programas incentivam a convivência e a solidariedade entre os moradores da região.
Visit website →A welcoming senior living community providing comprehensive care and a vibrant social calendar. Residents enjoy a supportive environment with various activities and amenities.
A senior living community offering comprehensive care and a vibrant social environment. It provides a supportive home for elderly individuals seeking companionship and assistance.
Visit website →A senior living facility providing personalized care and a range of social activities for its residents. It aims to create a warm and engaging home for the elderly.
Visit website →Lar Doce Lar offers a welcoming and secure environment for seniors, promoting an active and engaged lifestyle. Residents enjoy personalized care, social activities, and a sense of belonging within a supportive community.
O Recanto do Sol oferece um ambiente acolhedor e seguro para idosos, com foco no bem-estar e na convivência. Os residentes desfrutam de atividades recreativas, cuidados personalizados e uma atmosfera familiar.
A dedicated senior living community offering comprehensive care, social activities, and a comfortable environment for elderly residents. It aims to provide a vibrant and secure home where seniors can thrive.
A dedicated senior living community offering comprehensive care and a supportive environment for its residents. It provides a range of activities and services designed to promote well-being and social engagement.
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