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 Maryland — 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.
This is a continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care options. It provides a supportive environment with a wide range of services and programs to enhance residents' well-being.
Visit website →Annapolis Cohousing is a developing community aiming to create a collaborative neighborhood with shared resources and social interaction. It emphasizes resident participation in decision-making and fostering a supportive environment.
Visit website →Baltimore Cohousing is an emerging cohousing community focused on sustainable living and strong neighborly connections. Residents actively participate in the design and governance of their shared spaces and activities.
Visit website →An urban cohousing community created from a converted office building in downtown Silver Spring, with a green roof and generous common spaces. Its households share meals and committees just steps from the Metro.
Visit website →A rural cohousing community in Frederick County built around a common house, gardens, and preserved open land. Multigenerational neighbors share meals, work days, and country quiet.
Takoma Village Cohousing is an urban cohousing community in Takoma Park, Maryland, featuring private homes clustered around shared spaces. Residents actively participate in community governance and social activities, fostering a strong sense of belonging.
Visit website →St. Mary's Ecovillage is an emerging community focused on sustainable living, environmental stewardship, and social connection. It aims to create a resilient and ecologically sound neighborhood through shared values and practices.
An intentional community founded in 1965 on School of Living land trust property in a wooded stream valley. Members practice permaculture, consensus decision-making, and simple shared living, and welcome visitors and interns.
The Catholic Worker House of Baltimore is an intentional community rooted in the Catholic Worker movement, offering hospitality and service to those in need. It provides a communal living experience centered on social justice, peace, and simple living.
Visit website →While a Catholic Worker House was mentioned, this refers to a potentially distinct or newly established location or iteration within Baltimore, upholding the principles of hospitality and social justice. It serves as a community for those dedicated to service and simple living.
The oldest community of religious women in the original thirteen states, founded in 1790, where Carmelite nuns live a contemplative life of prayer. Neighbors and seekers are welcomed to Mass and quiet prayer in the public chapel.
Blackburn Community is a well-established neighborhood known for its active community association and resident engagement. It fosters a strong sense of belonging through various local events and shared amenities.
Russett is a master-planned community designed with numerous amenities and green spaces to encourage resident interaction and a strong neighborhood feel. It features walking trails, community centers, and organized events that foster a vibrant local culture.
Visit website →A resident-led land trust growing out of environmental justice organizing in South Baltimore neighborhoods like Curtis Bay. It develops permanently affordable homes and welcomes residents into collective ownership of their community's future.
A neighbor-helping-neighbor village serving older residents of the Chevy Chase area. Volunteers provide rides, errands, and friendly connection so members can age comfortably in their own homes.
Crosslands is a Quaker-affiliated continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. It provides a supportive environment with a focus on community, wellness, and spiritual growth.
Visit website →Friends House is a Quaker-affiliated continuing care retirement community offering a range of living options and services. It emphasizes a supportive, inclusive environment where residents can thrive and engage in community life.
Visit website →This is an active adult community designed for residents aged 55 and better, offering a vibrant lifestyle with numerous social activities and amenities. It provides a close-knit environment where neighbors can connect and enjoy shared interests.
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