Hey guys…
I’ve been exploring the idea of joining a cohousing community, and I’m hoping to get some advice from those with experience. I’m drawn to the concept of shared resources and collaborative living but also a bit nervous about what to expect in terms of day-to-day dynamics and decision-making processes.
What are some key things to consider before committing to a community? Are there any red flags to watch out for during the initial visits or interviews?
I check this: https://forum.ic.org/t/forming-senior-cohousing-community-in-baltimore-md-seeks-membrails But I have not found any solution, Could anyone guide me about this? Also, if anyone could share tips on transitioning from a more traditional lifestyle to community living, I’d really appreciate it!
Thanks in advance!
Respected community member!
Lots of info to be found here, I would think. Also on the main site. Then ICMatch has a ton of info they’ve compiled.
That said, many of Us are coming at this “problem” from the direction that We can only join a community AFTER it’s been established, as We lack the capital to “buy in”. How do We “fill the ranks” of this movement, when those with the means to secure property are not able to scale these communities so many more People can benefit from the movement? (brought to you and this thread by my perennial pleadings for help getting out of my awful situation IOW I just cannot stop posting in the forum lol)
Paramount being compatibilities; betwixt persons/creatures & needs of. Very much like finding a job yi love to do; likely think of a hobby that could benefit the commuity that would be thoroughly enjoyed & not[h] entirely worry about getting paid for it. Compatibilies with others works similarly; just being present when they need a break from is just as important as keeping the mind busy. Discussions, regardless how redundant can help identify fit & needs betwixt; there’s still possibilities of conflicts & [personal] ires - self care, time, and patience are starting places - coping/calming/cooling mechanisms/tools are just as important. I’m against “time to lean, time to clean” & “there’s always something to do” thinkings/behaviours (OCD & else perfectionism spectrums excluded). If you’re noth comfortable with something that noth be negotiable or ok to change, it’s likely noth for yi. Mine [obvious] red flags to look out for are contradictions, hypocracies, & other unnecessary disrespects - please noth believe I’m perfect. I’d rather sleep in a foxhole (military defensive hole in the ground) than be held to that identity in any direction.
There are (as redundant to other responses) homestead properties, act, laws, etc… that would/could help with your adventure; many of those places the givernment noth hath much/any jurisdiction (laws be obvious). Building dwellings from natural materials would help with any cost needs; Nature loves quality time too.
However obvious, can’t accurately account for any reaches of datum providers. Hope this finds yi[z] well and helps.