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 Minnesota — 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.
Augustana Care Elim Care & Rehab Center offers comprehensive rehabilitation and long-term care services in a supportive environment. It focuses on personalized care plans and fostering a sense of belonging among residents.
Visit website →This community provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in a caring and supportive environment. It focuses on helping residents regain independence and enjoy a good quality of life through dedicated care.
Visit website →Augustana Care offers comprehensive health and rehabilitation services within a supportive community environment for seniors. They focus on personalized care plans and creating a comfortable, engaging atmosphere for residents requiring various levels of assistance.
Visit website →A skilled nursing and rehabilitation center dedicated to providing compassionate care and support for residents. It focuses on individualized care plans to promote recovery and well-being in a community setting.
Visit website →A rural Camphill community where adults with and without developmental disabilities share homes, farming, and craft work on 500 acres. It welcomes long-term coworkers and volunteers into a life of mutual care.
Ecumen North Branch offers comprehensive senior care services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living, in a compassionate and supportive environment. The community focuses on individualized care plans and promoting dignity for all residents.
Visit website →Ecumen Prairie Lodge provides long-term care and memory care services in a peaceful rural setting. It focuses on person-centered care, ensuring residents experience comfort and dignity.
Visit website →Episcopal Church Home offers a continuum of care for seniors, including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. It is dedicated to providing compassionate support and a strong sense of community for its residents.
Visit website →Shepherd's Hill at New Hope provides a supportive and faith-based residential community for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Residents enjoy a vibrant life with opportunities for personal growth, vocational training, and social engagement within a caring environment.
Visit website →Providing a continuum of care for seniors, including skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care, rooted in Jewish values. It offers a supportive and engaging environment where residents can thrive.
Visit website →Sholom Home West provides comprehensive senior care services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living, within a community rooted in Jewish values. It offers a supportive environment with personalized care plans and engaging programs.
Visit website →While primarily a museum, The Bakken also offers unique educational programs and community engagement initiatives that foster a sense of shared learning and connection. It provides a space for individuals to explore science and innovation together.
Visit website →The Dwelling Place provides supportive housing and community for individuals experiencing homelessness, particularly those with mental illness. It offers a safe and stable environment with integrated services to promote healing and independence.
Visit website →Common Ground Cohousing is an urban cohousing community in Minneapolis, emphasizing sustainable living and strong neighborly bonds. Residents actively participate in the community's governance and shared responsibilities.
Visit website →Dancing Waters Cohousing is an established cohousing community in Northfield, Minnesota, designed for intergenerational living. Residents share common facilities and participate in community governance, fostering a strong sense of belonging.
Visit website →LoonSong Cohousing is an established community in Northfield, Minnesota, designed for active residents who value connection and shared living. It features private homes clustered around common facilities, fostering a strong sense of neighborhood.
Visit website →One of the Midwest's first cohousing communities, formed in the early 1990s around a historic Georgian mansion and newer townhomes. It welcomes multigenerational members who share meals, chores, and celebrations.
Prairie Oaks Cohousing is an active senior cohousing community in Alden, Minnesota. Residents enjoy shared meals, common house activities, and mutual support in a rural setting.
Visit website →CommonBond Communities develops, owns, and manages affordable housing, fostering stable homes and vibrant communities. They offer various housing options, including senior and family communities, with resident services.
Visit website →Lyndale Garden Center Apartments is a resident-owned cooperative offering affordable housing in a convenient urban location. The community fosters a sense of belonging through shared responsibilities and resident-led initiatives.
A nonprofit that develops and supports student housing cooperatives near the University of Minnesota. It welcomes students who want affordable apartments with real member control and community.
Stonebridge Cooperatives offers affordable housing options in a cooperative model, promoting resident involvement and shared responsibility. It provides a supportive environment where members contribute to the community's well-being.
Visit website →Stonebridge Lofts offers cooperative living in a vibrant urban setting, fostering a close-knit community among its residents. It provides modern amenities and a shared governance model for its members.
The Co-op Foundation provides affordable housing options through a network of cooperative houses, fostering a sense of shared responsibility and community among residents. Members actively participate in the management and maintenance of their homes, creating a supportive living environment.
Visit website →The Kenwood Isles Condominiums offer cooperative living in a desirable Minneapolis neighborhood, providing residents with shared ownership and a close-knit community feel. This established cooperative emphasizes resident involvement in decision-making and maintaining a high quality of life.
The Wedge Co-op Housing provides affordable and community-oriented living in Minneapolis, connected to the values of the Wedge Community Co-op. Residents share responsibilities and benefit from a collaborative living experience.
Commonweal is an intentional community focused on sustainable living and social justice, where residents share resources and work together on various projects. It aims to create a supportive and collaborative environment for personal growth and collective action.
Heartland Community is an intentional community focused on sustainable living and shared values. Members collaborate on various projects and activities, creating a close-knit and supportive environment.
Visit website →While not a residential community in the traditional sense, The Land Stewardship Project fosters a strong community among farmers and rural residents committed to sustainable agriculture. They offer educational programs, advocacy, and networking opportunities that build a close-knit community around shared values and practices.
Visit website →The Retreat offers a unique residential recovery community for individuals seeking sobriety and a new way of life. It provides a structured, supportive environment focused on healing and personal growth.
Visit website →A community of Benedictine sisters in central Minnesota, founders of the College of Saint Benedict. The sisters welcome guests for retreats, spiritual direction, and their renowned hospitality.
One of the largest Benedictine abbeys in the Western hemisphere, set among lakes and woods at Saint John's University. Guests are welcomed year-round to its Marcel Breuer church, guesthouse, and rhythms of prayer.
Visit website →A community land trust creating permanently affordable homeownership across Minneapolis neighborhoods. It welcomes first-time buyers who want to own a home and stay rooted in their community.
The Lyndale Neighborhood Association actively works to build a strong, inclusive, and sustainable community in South Minneapolis. They organize events, advocate for residents, and support local initiatives to enhance neighborhood life.
Visit website →A voluntary program helping cities achieve sustainability goals, fostering community engagement in environmental stewardship. It encourages local governments and residents to work together for a healthier, more vibrant Minnesota.
Visit website →Ecumen Detroit Lakes offers a range of senior living options, fostering a vibrant and supportive community for older adults. Residents benefit from various amenities, social activities, and personalized care services designed to enhance their well-being and independence.
Visit website →Ecumen Lakeshore offers a range of senior living options with a focus on community and well-being, overlooking Lake Superior. Residents enjoy various amenities and services designed to support an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
Visit website →A comprehensive senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. It provides a supportive and engaging environment for seniors to live fulfilling lives.
Visit website →Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. It provides a comfortable and engaging environment where residents can thrive and connect with others.
Visit website →Episcopal Homes of Minnesota provides a continuum of care for seniors, fostering a supportive and engaging environment across various living options. Their communities emphasize holistic well-being, spiritual care, and opportunities for social connection among residents.
Visit website →A member-driven village in Minneapolis's riverfront Mill District, connecting neighbors over 50 through programs, support, and friendship. It welcomes older adults who want vibrant urban aging in community.
Sholom Community Alliance provides a range of senior living options and healthcare services rooted in Jewish values. It aims to create a warm and inclusive community where residents can thrive.
Visit website →The Cedars of Chapel Hill is a vibrant continuing care retirement community offering independent living with a focus on active lifestyles and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy a wide array of amenities, social activities, and healthcare services on a beautiful campus.
Visit website →The Commons on Marice is a vibrant senior living community offering independent and assisted living options. It provides a range of amenities and activities designed to foster social connection and an active lifestyle for its residents.
Visit website →The Glenn Buffalo provides independent and assisted living for seniors, focusing on a supportive and engaging community atmosphere. Residents enjoy a variety of social activities and personalized care services.
Visit website →A vibrant senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities and amenities designed to promote an active and connected lifestyle.
Visit website →The Glenn Minnetonka offers a vibrant senior living community with independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Residents enjoy a wide range of amenities and social activities designed to foster connection and well-being.
Visit website →The Glenn South St. Paul provides a continuum of care for seniors, from independent living to memory care, within a vibrant and friendly community. Residents benefit from a wide array of services and activities designed to foster engagement and well-being.
Visit website →The Kenwood is a vibrant senior living community located in the heart of Minneapolis, offering independent and assisted living options. It provides a supportive environment with numerous social activities and convenient access to city amenities.
Visit website →The Kenwood Retirement Community provides independent and assisted living options for seniors, emphasizing a supportive and engaging environment. Residents enjoy a variety of activities and services designed to promote well-being and social connection.
Visit website →The Pillars of Lakeville offers modern senior living with independent, assisted living, and memory care options. Residents benefit from a welcoming atmosphere, diverse activities, and personalized support to enhance their daily lives.
Visit website →The Pillars of Prospect Park offers luxury senior living with a focus on community and well-being in a vibrant urban setting. Residents benefit from exceptional amenities, diverse social programming, and personalized care, fostering an engaging and comfortable lifestyle.
Visit website →The Pillars of Prospect Park East offers independent and assisted living options for seniors, designed to promote an active and engaging lifestyle. Residents enjoy a vibrant community with numerous amenities and social opportunities.
Visit website →The Pillars of Shorewood Landing offers modern senior living options, including independent and assisted living, in a beautiful lakeside setting. It fosters a welcoming community where residents can thrive and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.
Visit website →The Rosemount offers independent and assisted living options for seniors, fostering a vibrant community through various activities and amenities. Residents enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for social engagement and personal growth.
Visit website →The Waters of Edina provides upscale senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, designed to promote an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Residents benefit from personalized services, engaging programs, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Visit website →The Waters of Excelsior provides upscale senior living with a focus on wellness and community engagement. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with access to various amenities and social opportunities.
Visit website →The Waters of Highland Park provides a sophisticated senior living experience, emphasizing health, wellness, and community engagement. Residents enjoy a wide array of services, activities, and amenities designed to support an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
Visit website →The Waters of Oakdale provides a range of senior living services, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, within a welcoming and elegant setting. It emphasizes holistic well-being and offers diverse programs to enrich residents' lives.
Visit website →The Waters of Plymouth is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. It emphasizes holistic well-being with a focus on hospitality, healthy living, and meaningful connections among residents.
Visit website →The Waters of Scandia offers a range of senior living options, including independent and assisted living, within a beautiful natural environment. It emphasizes wellness and community connection through diverse programs and amenities.
Visit website →The Waters of White Bear Lake provides upscale senior living with a focus on health, wellness, and community engagement. Residents benefit from personalized care and a wide array of programs designed to enrich their lives.
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