Diversity: Spiritual, Cultural, Racial, Familial status, Gender, Political as well as in Ability, Interests and Income

Our Mission is: "To be a participatory community in which all spiritual paths are respected and encouraged."

Members of ElderSpirit Community represent many diverse life paths and because of that diversity, acceptance of each other is paramount to a harmonious and smoothly functioning community. We are the first mixed-income intentional community for seniors that includes both purchased and rented homes.

Many members are active in ecological, historical or political activities. We strive to accept, with thoughtful consideration, what another member believes or does or thinks.

Learning to Grow Together

We attempt to interact respectfully and try to be mindful of really listening to each other - without attempting to "fix" anything.

Members believe that spiritual growth is the primary work of those in the later stages of life. Agreeing that freedom of religion is fundamental, we encourage each other in the search for meaning and commitment to a spiritual path. For some this may include attendance at one of the many local religious organizations, while for others it involves personal spiritual practice. There is a Spirit House located on-site for all to use.

ElderSpirit Community is a "learning community". We share and learn from each other.

We realize that every human encounter is a lesson and an opportunity to share values. For most of us, maturing years have brought a more mellow outlook on life and we appreciate the opportunity of working, playing, and living together in our Community.

We all have various backgrounds and come to community with our years of diverse experience; learning to belong and get along with others is an on-going growth opportunity.

Our managing committees and work teams provide opportunities to get to know each other on a deeper, more personal level.

We welcome all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, elderliness, or national origin.