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 New Hampshire — 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.
A lifesharing community inspired by anthroposophy where adults with developmental disabilities and caregivers live and work together on a rural homestead. Daily life centers on farming, crafts, and genuine mutual care.
This community offers supportive living options for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Residents live in a nurturing environment that promotes independence, personal growth, and community integration.
Visit website →A cohousing community and working farm in the Monadnock region, combining energy-efficient homes with shared agriculture and a common house. It welcomes families and individuals seeking neighborly, land-connected living.
While primarily a resort, East Hill Farm offers extended stay options and a strong sense of community for those seeking a rural, farm-based living experience. Guests and long-term residents often participate in farm activities and communal meals.
Visit website →Abundant Grace Community is a Christian intentional community focused on shared living, spiritual growth, and service. Members live together, sharing resources and supporting one another in their faith journey.
A Benedictine abbey founded in 1889 whose monks pray, teach, and serve alongside Saint Anselm College. Guests are welcome to join the monks for prayer and campus liturgies.
Kendall Place provides independent living apartments for seniors in a supportive and engaging environment. It offers a range of services and programs designed to foster well-being and social connection among residents.
Visit website →A member-driven village organization serving older adults across the Monadnock region of southwestern New Hampshire. Volunteers provide rides, home help, and social connection so members can age in place among neighbors.
RiverMead is a not-for-profit LifeCare Retirement Community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with diverse activities, amenities, and a strong sense of community.
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