Life looks pretty different at 7 than at 77. Parents move in a different rhythm than young singles. Cohousing’s ability to make life more joyful at every stage reinforces the idea that community is a core human need. Research is telling us more and more about how people at all stages of life benefit from the kinds of engagements that cohousing fosters. From young children finding their first tastes of freedom to seniors slowing down and enjoying retired life, everyone in cohousing has opportunities to give and receive and to learn and grow. On these pages we will explore how cohousers get the most from every stage of life.