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 Washington — 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.
Fieldstone Memory Care of Olympia specializes in providing compassionate care for individuals with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. The community offers a secure and supportive environment with tailored programs.
Visit website →Part of the international L'Arche federation, where people with and without intellectual disabilities share homes, gardens, and daily life. It welcomes live-in assistants who want friendship and mutual care at the center of their work.
Providence Mount St. Vincent is a long-term care facility known for its innovative intergenerational living program. It offers skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care, fostering a vibrant community for residents of all ages.
Visit website →The Sophia Way provides safe shelter and supportive services for women experiencing homelessness. It offers a community-oriented environment focused on empowerment and transition to stable housing.
Visit website →Bainbridge Cohousing is a vibrant, intergenerational community designed for active participation and mutual support. Residents share common meals, gardens, and decision-making, fostering strong social connections.
Visit website →This community features private homes clustered around shared open spaces and a common house. Residents actively participate in community governance and shared meals.
Visit website →A cohousing community on Bellingham's south side where households share a common house, workshops, and gardens. It welcomes people of all ages seeking a cooperative, environmentally minded neighborhood.
A small, dense cohousing building on Capitol Hill designed by its resident architects, with a shared rooftop garden and common dining. It welcomes urbanists who believe apartment living can still mean knowing your neighbors well.
Common Ground Co-housing is a multi-generational community fostering connection and mutual support among its residents. It features shared common spaces and regular community activities.
Visit website →An urban cohousing community in Seattle's Central District with about two dozen homes around a courtyard and common house. It welcomes singles, families, and retirees who want city living with real neighborliness.
Olympia Cohousing is an established community focused on fostering connection and environmental stewardship. Residents enjoy shared meals, common house activities, and a strong sense of belonging.
Visit website →Puget Ridge Cohousing offers a blend of private residences and extensive common facilities, fostering a strong sense of neighborhood. Members share responsibilities and enjoy regular social gatherings.
Visit website →Quimper Village is an active senior cohousing community designed for residents aged 55 and better. It offers a vibrant, collaborative lifestyle with shared meals, common facilities, and resident-led activities.
Visit website →Skagit Cohousing provides a supportive environment with individual homes and shared amenities designed to encourage interaction. The community emphasizes sustainable living and mutual support among residents.
Visit website →A garden-rich cohousing neighborhood of families and elders who share meals, celebrations, and eleven acres of gardens and woods. Songaia welcomes people of all ages who want daily life woven together with neighbors.
Visit website →A rural cohousing community nestled in the foothills of the North Cascades, emphasizing sustainable living and shared resources. Members participate in community governance and enjoy common facilities like a clubhouse and gardens.
Vashon Cohousing offers a unique blend of private homes and shared amenities on a beautiful island setting. The community emphasizes sustainable living, neighborly interaction, and shared responsibilities.
Visit website →One of the first cohousing communities built in the United States, completed in 1992 a short walk from the Seattle ferry. Around thirty households share a common house, meals, and gardens on five wooded acres.
The Brothership Building offers coliving spaces designed for community and convenience in the heart of Seattle. Residents enjoy private bedrooms with shared common areas, fostering a social and collaborative living experience.
Visit website →This co-op offers affordable shared living in a historic church building, primarily for students and young adults. It emphasizes community, shared meals, and collaborative living in a vibrant urban setting.
Visit website →Quaker House is a student housing cooperative providing affordable living for students. It fosters a close-knit community focused on shared responsibilities and mutual support.
Visit website →The Seattle Housing Co-op manages several cooperative houses, providing affordable and community-oriented living for students and others. Residents share responsibilities and build strong social bonds.
Visit website →A small ecovillage in the Victorian seaport town of Port Townsend, built around permaculture gardens, shared facilities, and consensus decision-making. It welcomes residents and visitors interested in simple, sustainable village life.
Ananda Community at Laurelwood is a spiritual intentional community based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Residents live together in harmony, focusing on meditation, service, and simple living.
Visit website →Holden Village is a remote, ecumenical Christian retreat center and intentional community in the Cascade Mountains. It offers a unique experience of simple living, spiritual reflection, and communal work in a stunning natural setting.
Visit website →This intentional community focuses on sustainable living, organic farming, and shared meals. Residents collaborate on farm tasks and community projects, fostering a close-knit environment.
One of the oldest continuously inhabited intentional communities in the country, founded in 1963 in a quiet canyon west of Spokane. Its homesteaders farm organically and welcome visitors who share a love of simple rural living.
A Benedictine abbey founded in 1895, whose monks pray, work, and teach alongside Saint Martin's University. Guests are welcome to join the monks for prayer and quiet retreat on the wooded campus.
A Tibetan Buddhist monastic community founded by Venerable Thubten Chodron in the forested hills of eastern Washington. Lay guests are warmly welcomed for retreats, courses, and longer stays exploring monastic life.
Visit website →A community land trust that keeps homes permanently affordable across Seattle and King County. It welcomes moderate-income buyers who want to put down lasting roots in stable, connected neighborhoods.
Visit website →This community offers independent and assisted living options for seniors, promoting an active and engaged lifestyle. Residents enjoy a variety of social activities, wellness programs, and convenient access to island amenities.
Brookdale Admiral Heights offers a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents benefit from a supportive community and a variety of daily activities.
Visit website →Brookdale Bellevue offers personalized assisted living and memory care services in a warm, inviting setting. Residents benefit from a supportive staff and a diverse calendar of social and recreational programs.
Visit website →Brookdale Montrose is a dedicated senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. It focuses on creating a comfortable and engaging environment for its residents.
Visit website →Brookdale Spokane offers personalized assisted living and memory care services in a warm and inviting setting. The community focuses on providing compassionate care and engaging activities for its residents.
Visit website →Emerald Heights is a premier not-for-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents benefit from a comprehensive wellness program and a strong sense of community.
Visit website →Fieldstone Communities of Silverdale provides compassionate care in a beautiful setting for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community fosters a sense of belonging through its resident-focused approach.
Visit website →Fieldstone Communities of Wenatchee provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. It aims to create a comfortable and enriching environment where residents can thrive.
Visit website →Ida Culver House Broadview offers independent and assisted living services for seniors. The community emphasizes a fulfilling lifestyle with numerous social and recreational opportunities.
Visit website →Merrill Gardens at First Hill provides a welcoming environment for seniors seeking independent and assisted living. The community is known for its personalized care and engaging programs.
Visit website →Merrill Gardens at Kirkland offers a luxurious senior living experience with a wide range of amenities and services. Residents can choose from independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.
Visit website →Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre provides independent and assisted living, fostering a vibrant community for seniors. It offers a range of services and programs designed to enhance well-being and engagement.
Visit website →Merrill Gardens at The University provides a comfortable and active senior living experience with various care levels available. Its prime location offers easy access to urban amenities and cultural attractions.
Visit website →Mirabella Seattle is a university-affiliated retirement community offering a vibrant urban lifestyle for seniors. It provides independent living with access to cultural events, educational opportunities, and comprehensive wellness programs.
Visit website →A neighbor-helping-neighbor village program of the Phinney Neighborhood Association that helps older adults age in their own homes. Members enjoy volunteer support, social events, and genuine connection across northwest Seattle.
Visit website →Skyview Senior Living offers independent and assisted living options in a welcoming environment. This community focuses on providing engaging activities and personalized care to enhance residents' quality of life.
Visit website →The Cottage Lake Community offers independent and assisted living options in a serene, natural setting. Residents enjoy a vibrant social calendar and personalized care services.
Visit website →The Firs is a faith-based senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents enjoy a supportive environment with various activities and amenities designed for active senior lifestyles.
Visit website →This community provides a range of senior living services, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents benefit from beautiful surroundings and a supportive environment.
Visit website →The Gardens at Town Center provides independent and assisted living options in a convenient urban setting. It offers a vibrant community atmosphere with numerous amenities and activities.
Visit website →The Gardens at Town Square offers luxury senior living with independent and assisted living options in the heart of Bellevue. Residents benefit from a wide array of services, amenities, and social activities within a sophisticated urban setting.
Visit website →The Hearthstone is a non-profit senior living community offering independent and assisted living options. It provides a supportive environment with a wide range of activities and services designed to promote well-being and social engagement.
Visit website →This senior living community provides independent and assisted living with a focus on holistic wellness. Residents benefit from a wide range of programs and a supportive environment.
Visit website →The Hearthstone at Judson Park offers a comprehensive senior living experience with independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Residents enjoy beautiful grounds and a vibrant community life.
Visit website →The Hearthstone at Seattle is a faith-based, non-profit senior living community offering independent and assisted living. It provides a supportive environment with a focus on holistic well-being and community engagement.
Visit website →Providing independent and assisted living, The Hearthstone at Spokane emphasizes a holistic approach to senior wellness. Residents enjoy comfortable living spaces and engaging social opportunities.
Visit website →The Kenney is a historic non-profit senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. It provides a warm and engaging environment with a focus on holistic wellness and community connection.
Visit website →The Lakeshore provides a luxurious senior living experience with stunning views of Lake Washington. This community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, along with numerous programs and services.
Visit website →The Madrona offers independent and assisted living options for seniors in a vibrant urban setting. Residents enjoy a variety of social activities and amenities designed to promote an active lifestyle.
Visit website →The Ridge at Gig Harbor offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options in a vibrant community setting. Residents enjoy a wide array of amenities and social activities designed to foster connection and well-being.
Visit website →The Spring is a vibrant senior living community offering independent and assisted living options. Residents enjoy a rich calendar of activities, chef-prepared meals, and a supportive environment.
Visit website →This senior living community offers independent and assisted living with stunning views of the Columbia River. Residents can participate in a variety of programs designed to promote active and healthy lifestyles.
Visit website →The Summit at First Hill is a continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. It provides a secure and engaging environment for seniors.
Visit website →The Village at Orchard Ridge offers a continuum of care for seniors, from independent living to skilled nursing. It fosters a sense of community through various activities and amenities.
Visit website →This community offers independent and assisted living options with a focus on active senior lifestyles. Residents enjoy a variety of social activities, amenities, and a supportive environment.
Visit website →University House Wallingford provides independent and assisted living for seniors in a welcoming, active community. Located near the University of Washington, it offers residents a stimulating environment with diverse programs and services.
Visit website →Village Concepts of Auburn offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for seniors seeking independent and assisted living. The community emphasizes a person-centered approach to care and active living.
Visit website →This senior living community offers independent and assisted living options with a focus on personalized care and a strong sense of community. Residents benefit from a variety of amenities and social opportunities.
Visit website →Village Concepts of Fairwood provides a welcoming senior living experience with a focus on personalized care and engaging programs. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.
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