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 Iowa — 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.
Bickford Senior Living provides a range of care options, including assisted living and memory care, with a focus on resident well-being. The community emphasizes a homelike atmosphere and individualized attention.
Visit website →Edencrest at The Legacy offers assisted living and memory care services designed to support residents' independence and quality of life. The community provides a secure and engaging environment with various activities.
Visit website →Legacy Pointe provides personalized assisted living and memory care services in a supportive environment. Their focus is on promoting independence and well-being for all residents.
Visit website →Silvercrest at Ankeny offers assisted living and memory care services in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Their dedicated staff provides compassionate care tailored to individual needs.
Visit website →Stonehill Communities provides a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Their mission is to offer compassionate care and a supportive environment for seniors.
Visit website →Windsor Manor provides assisted living services in a warm and welcoming environment. Residents receive personalized care and enjoy a variety of social activities and amenities designed to promote well-being and independence.
Visit website →This community offers personalized assisted living services in a warm and supportive environment. Residents benefit from compassionate care and opportunities for social interaction.
Visit website →Iowa's first cohousing community, built on a hillside near downtown Iowa City with energy-efficient homes and a shared common house. It welcomes people of all ages committed to sustainable, sociable living.
A member-owned housing cooperative offering affordable rooms in shared houses near the University of Iowa. It welcomes students and townspeople alike who want democratic, communal home life.
The Eastern Iowa Co-op provides affordable housing options in a cooperative living environment. Residents share responsibilities and foster a strong sense of community.
The Village Cooperative of Ankeny offers active adults 55+ a maintenance-free homeownership experience within a cooperative model. Members enjoy shared amenities and a strong sense of community through social events and resident-led activities.
Visit website →The Village Cooperative of Clive provides active adults aged 62+ with a maintenance-free, cooperative living experience. Members own a share in the cooperative and enjoy a strong sense of community.
Visit website →Designed for active adults 62+, this cooperative provides a vibrant and secure community environment. Residents enjoy private homes within a larger community, fostering social interaction and shared responsibilities.
Visit website →This cooperative offers active adults 62+ a maintenance-free, community-focused living experience. Members own a share in the cooperative and enjoy shared amenities and social activities.
Visit website →An incorporated city near Fairfield built by the Transcendental Meditation movement, with homes oriented by Vedic architecture and twice-daily group meditation. It welcomes meditators and curious visitors from around the world.
A Trappist abbey founded in 1849 by Irish monks on the farmland of eastern Iowa, known today for its handcrafted Trappist caskets. Guests are welcomed for free silent retreats in the monastery guesthouse.
Visit website →A community of Trappistine nuns on bluffs above the Mississippi River, supporting themselves by making caramels. They welcome women and men for quiet retreats sharing the sisters' prayer.
Visit website →While primarily a church, Westminster Presbyterian fosters a strong sense of community among its members, often organizing shared living and support initiatives. They actively engage in local outreach and community building.
Visit website →Bickford Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care, dedicated to providing a comfortable and caring environment for its residents. They focus on individualized care and fostering a vibrant community spirit.
Visit website →Bickford Senior Living of Iowa City offers assisted living and memory care services. Residents enjoy a vibrant community with personalized care and engaging activities.
Visit website →Bickford Senior Living offers a range of care options, including assisted living and memory care, in a homelike atmosphere. The community emphasizes resident-centered care and fosters a sense of belonging among its residents.
Visit website →Bickford Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care services in a homelike environment. Residents enjoy a variety of activities and personalized care plans designed to promote well-being and engagement.
Visit website →Deer Ridge Senior Living provides a range of care options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community fosters a supportive environment with opportunities for social engagement and personal enrichment.
Visit website →Deerfield is a premier senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents benefit from a maintenance-free lifestyle, extensive amenities, and opportunities for social engagement.
Visit website →Edencrest at Green Meadows provides assisted living and memory care with a focus on resident-centered services. The community offers a vibrant social calendar and supportive staff to enhance daily life.
Visit website →Edencrest at Riverwoods offers assisted living and memory care services in a supportive and engaging environment. Residents benefit from personalized care plans and a variety of daily activities designed to promote well-being.
Visit website →Edencrest at Siena Hills offers assisted living and memory care in a warm and inviting environment. Residents receive personalized care while enjoying a range of social activities and amenities.
Visit website →Friendship Manor offers affordable independent living for seniors in a welcoming community setting. Residents can enjoy social activities and convenient access to local amenities.
Visit website →Friendship Village is a continuing care retirement community dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors. It offers various living arrangements and a wide array of services designed to promote well-being and social connection.
Visit website →Grand Living at Crestwood provides luxurious senior living with a wide array of services and amenities, including fine dining and wellness programs. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options in a vibrant community setting.
Visit website →Grand Living at Indian Creek offers luxury senior living with independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Residents benefit from resort-style amenities and a full calendar of activities.
Visit website →Grand Living at Riverwalk provides luxury senior living with a wide array of services and amenities, including fine dining and wellness programs. It fosters a sophisticated and engaging environment for its residents.
Visit website →Grand Living at Spiritcrest provides luxury senior living with a focus on hospitality and wellness. This community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, along with numerous programs and amenities.
Visit website →Grand Living at Tower Place provides luxury senior living with a wide range of services and amenities, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community emphasizes an active and engaging lifestyle for its residents.
Visit website →Oak Crest Senior Living offers independent and assisted living options for seniors. It provides a vibrant community with various activities and amenities.
Visit website →Oaknoll is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous activities, amenities, and a strong sense of community.
Visit website →The Fountains Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Residents enjoy a vibrant community with various activities and amenities designed for comfortable senior living.
Visit website →The Reserve at Van Meter offers a modern and comfortable senior living experience with a range of amenities. It provides independent living options for active seniors seeking a close-knit community.
Visit website →The Views Senior Living at Bettendorf provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. This community focuses on resident well-being with a variety of programs and supportive care.
Visit website →The Views Senior Living at Cedar Rapids offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents benefit from personalized care plans and a vibrant community life with diverse activities and amenities.
Visit website →The Views Senior Living at Marion offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Residents benefit from a range of amenities and programs designed to foster an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
Visit website →The Views Senior Living at Waterloo offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. This community provides a supportive environment with various amenities and activities to enhance residents' quality of life.
Visit website →This cooperative offers active adults 55+ a maintenance-free lifestyle with shared amenities and social opportunities. Residents own an equal share in the cooperative, fostering a strong sense of community and shared responsibility.
Visit website →This community offers active adults 55 and better a maintenance-free lifestyle with shared amenities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy private homes within a cooperative ownership structure, fostering a strong sense of community.
Visit website →This active adult community offers maintenance-free living with a focus on social engagement and shared amenities. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with opportunities for connection and activities.
Visit website →Timber Ridge at Clive offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options in a vibrant community setting. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities and social activities designed to promote an active and engaging lifestyle.
Visit website →Western Home Communities provides a full continuum of care for seniors, from independent living to memory support. Their campus fosters a supportive environment with diverse housing options and engaging programs.
Visit website →This community provides assisted living services with a focus on personalized care and a homelike atmosphere. Residents enjoy comfortable accommodations and opportunities for social interaction and activities.
Visit website →This community provides compassionate assisted living services, focusing on individual needs and preferences. Residents enjoy a comfortable and secure environment with opportunities for social engagement and personal enrichment.
Visit website →Windsor Manor Assisted Living Community of Webster City provides compassionate assisted living services. Residents enjoy a supportive atmosphere with engaging activities and personalized care plans.
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