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 Ohio — 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 L'Arche community founded in 1974 where adults with and without developmental disabilities share homes and daily life on Cleveland's near west side. It is one of the earliest L'Arche communities in the United States.
This facility provides compassionate long-term care and assisted living services in a faith-based environment. It offers a supportive community for residents, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
Visit website →The Inn at Chapel Grove offers assisted living and memory care services in a compassionate and secure setting. Their dedicated staff provides personalized care while encouraging a sense of community among residents.
Visit website →The Village Network provides a continuum of care for children and families, offering residential treatment, foster care, and community-based services. Their therapeutic environment focuses on healing and growth for young people in need.
Visit website →The Village of St. Edward offers a faith-based continuum of care community for seniors, providing independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. It emphasizes a supportive environment where residents can thrive and engage with one another.
Visit website →The Commons at Grant provides modern coliving spaces designed for students and young professionals, fostering a sense of community through shared amenities and organized social events. It offers a convenient and connected urban living experience.
Visit website →One of the largest student housing and dining cooperative systems in the country, run democratically by Oberlin College students since 1950. Members cook, govern, and live together in historic co-op houses.
Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage is an intentional community dedicated to ecological sustainability and social justice. Residents strive to live a low-impact lifestyle, sharing resources and working towards a greener future.
Visit website →The Wilds is a private, non-profit safari park and conservation center that also offers unique overnight lodging experiences. While not a traditional residential community, it provides a community-like immersion in nature and conservation.
Visit website →Breitenbush Hot Springs is a worker-owned cooperative and intentional community nestled in the Oregon Cascade Mountains. It offers a unique living and working environment focused on sustainability, wellness, and community values.
Visit website →East Wind Community is an intentional community in the Missouri Ozarks, established in 1974. Members share income and resources, operating several community-owned businesses to support their collective lifestyle.
Visit website →A community founded in 1970 by teachers and friends who bought Appalachian ridge land to save it from strip mining. Members live simply, build super-efficient earth-sheltered housing, and steward more than a thousand acres.
This community focuses on sustainable living and shared agricultural practices, bringing residents together through common goals and activities. It offers a unique blend of rural charm and communal responsibility.
The Farm is a spiritual intentional community founded in 1971, known for its commitment to nonviolence and sustainable living. Residents share resources and work together on various community enterprises.
Visit website →A small intentional community on wooded land outside Yellow Springs, founded in 1960 with Quaker influences. A handful of families share land, a spring-fed water system, and decades of quiet cooperation.
Twin Oaks Community is an intentional community and ecovillage in rural central Virginia, founded in 1967. Members share income and resources, living cooperatively and working in community-owned businesses.
Visit website →While primarily a shrine, it offers a unique spiritual community experience for visitors and those involved in its upkeep. The site has a rich history of religious community life and continues to be a place of pilgrimage and reflection.
Visit website →A Benedictine abbey founded by Slovak monks, whose community prays the daily office and runs Benedictine High School in Cleveland. Visitors are welcome to join the monks for liturgy and occasional retreats.
Shaker Lakes is a historic and affluent neighborhood known for its beautiful homes, tree-lined streets, and strong community associations. Residents benefit from numerous local events and a shared commitment to preserving the area's natural beauty and heritage.
Visit website →The Ridges is a historic campus transformed into a vibrant community hub, featuring residential spaces, businesses, and public areas. It fosters a strong sense of place and community engagement among its residents and visitors.
Visit website →The Ridges is a historic district and former mental asylum grounds transformed into a vibrant community hub. It features a mix of residential spaces, Ohio University facilities, and public parkland, fostering a unique blend of history and modern living.
Visit website →A community land trust keeping homes permanently affordable in the famously close-knit village of Yellow Springs. It welcomes modest-income households into a town known for its arts, activism, and neighborliness.
Brethren Care Village is a faith-based continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. It fosters a caring and active community for its residents.
Visit website →Copeland Oaks is a continuing care retirement community set on a beautiful campus, offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities and services that promote well-being and social connection.
Visit website →Kendal at Oberlin is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) that fosters an active and intellectually stimulating environment. It offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care, with strong ties to Oberlin College.
Visit website →Ohio Living Breckenridge Village is a premier senior living community providing a range of living options from independent villas to assisted living and memory care. It offers a vibrant lifestyle with numerous social, recreational, and wellness programs.
Visit website →Ohio Living Cape May is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory support services. Residents enjoy a peaceful setting with opportunities for social engagement and personal enrichment.
Visit website →Dorothy Love offers a full spectrum of senior living services, from independent living to skilled nursing care. The community is designed to promote well-being and an engaging lifestyle for its residents.
Visit website →Ohio Living Llanfair is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory support services. It provides a welcoming atmosphere where residents can enjoy a variety of amenities and engage in a fulfilling lifestyle.
Visit website →Parkvue offers a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. It provides a supportive environment with a focus on wellness and community engagement.
Visit website →Ohio Living Sarah Moore Community offers a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents benefit from a supportive atmosphere and opportunities for social connection and personal growth.
Visit website →Ohio Living Swan Creek is a vibrant senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Residents enjoy a wide range of amenities and activities designed to promote an active and engaging lifestyle.
Visit website →Located in the heart of Columbus, this community provides a full spectrum of senior living options, from independent living to memory care. It emphasizes a holistic approach to wellness, offering numerous programs and amenities for its residents.
Visit website →Otterbein SeniorLife Cridersville provides a range of senior living options, from independent living to skilled nursing care. The community is designed to promote an active and fulfilling lifestyle with various amenities and programs.
Visit website →Otterbein SeniorLife Lebanon is a comprehensive senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. It is committed to providing compassionate care and a vibrant community where residents can thrive.
Visit website →This community provides a continuum of care for seniors, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents benefit from a supportive environment and opportunities for social interaction.
Visit website →A faith-based senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing. It emphasizes a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and activities.
Visit website →The Christian Village at Mt. Healthy is a faith-based senior living community providing independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. It offers a supportive environment where residents can thrive and connect with others.
Visit website →The Knolls of Oxford is a continuing care retirement community affiliated with Miami University, offering a vibrant and engaging lifestyle for seniors. Residents benefit from a wide array of amenities, activities, and a strong sense of community.
Visit website →The McGregor provides a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, within a historic and welcoming setting. Residents benefit from personalized care and a variety of engaging programs.
Visit website →The Sanctuary at Tuttle Crossing offers a vibrant senior living experience with a focus on community and well-being. Residents enjoy a range of amenities and social activities designed to foster connection and an active lifestyle.
Visit website →The Village at Marymount is a faith-based senior living community offering a continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy a supportive environment with various activities and amenities designed for active and fulfilling lives.
Visit website →Expanding on the St. Edward tradition, this community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. It fosters a faith-based environment with a strong emphasis on resident well-being and social engagement.
Visit website →This retirement center provides a supportive and engaging environment for seniors, promoting independence and social interaction. It offers various living options and programs to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
Visit website →This vibrant senior living community offers a continuum of care, fostering a supportive environment where residents can thrive. It provides various living options and amenities designed to promote an active and engaging lifestyle.
Visit website →This continuing care retirement community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with various amenities and social opportunities.
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