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What is cohousing?

Cohousing is an intentional, collaborative neighborhood that combines private homes with shared indoor and outdoor spaces designed to support an active and interdependent community life. Cohousing is not a financial or legal model, but rather a descriptive term that emphasizes the active participation of residents in everything from design to governance.

Why cohousing?

So many reasons. In a way, it all comes down to making the world a better place. Connection, environmentalism, security and community support all draw neighbors to cohousing communities. We stay because we love our neighbors, the lifestyle we share and the growth we experience.

CohoUS

The Cohousing Association of the United States is a national nonprofit supporting cohousing communities in changing our world. Spreading the word about cohousing shifts the culture toward a new American dream where every home is surrounded by caring, collaborative neighbors who use less of the earth’s resources while living an abundant life.

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Our monthly eNewsletter keeps everyone up to date on cohousing happenings. In addition to inspirational articles, we share upcoming events, homes for sale and updates on the movement of cohousing. Sign up to receive the eNews by clicking here

Recent Blogs

The Power of Intentional Communities

Posted on October 11th, 2024 at 11:46 pm (ET)

In today’s world, many people are searching for connection amidst an increasingly isolated society. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey, 1 in 8 people feel lonely “always” or “usually,” and nearly a quarter of younger people (ages 18 to 29) report feeling lonely regularly. This rise in loneliness, which the U.S. Surgeon… Read More

Hager Homestead: Senior Cohousing in New England

Posted on October 8th, 2024 at 6:41 pm (ET)

Community Profile by Raines Cohen, CohoUS Seniors in Cohousing committee As senior cohousing neighborhoods take shape around the country, let’s take a peek at one established this year: Hager Homestead, the first in New England. This “55+” community, with many members moved in and one home left to sell, is in Littleton, Massachusetts, 25 miles… Read More