Live In Our Community
Thinking about living in at the Farmstead Village?
Although there is yet no land on which to build the village, housing plans are based in principles of community integration, relationship-building and diversity. In short, a life-sharing community for adults with and without developmental disabilities is being planned.
A mix of living options that range from single-person apartments to family homes, housing up to 80 people (approximately 20 disabled, 60 non disabled) is envisioned. For residents with disabilities accommodations ranging from independent living to 24-hour support will be provided. Cooperative housing is being considered as an option in the design.
Scenario:
Cedric loves to cook, especially dinner for guests. Since moving to the Village, he hosts dinners three or four times more frequently than before. As a member of the Farm Co-op, he always has fresh produce to use in his recipes and has even learned new dishes to better use all the garden bounty. As an adult with Aspergers, he is grateful for the one-on-one support he gets that allows him to live independently in the Farmstead Village. Recently, he has partnered with two other Village residents to cook and serve community lunches on the farm, featuring fresh produce grown by the Farm Co-op.
For two great examples of Lifesharing in action, see:
If you are interested in seeing our Farmstead Village come to fruition, or you might even like to live here yourself, please Contact Us!