ElderSpirit Community at Trailview :: Communities Directory

Formed: 1999 Established: 2006

This page last updated:9/18/2012

ElderSpirit Community at Trailview

Abingdon, Virginia,

United States

ElderSpirit Community at Trailview is a cohousing community for mixed income elders (55 and over) located on 3.7 acres alongside the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, Virginia. Its distinctive characteristics are mutual support through the aging process and late-life spirituality. Members believe that spiritual growth is the primary work of those in the later stages of life. Agreeing that freedom of religion is fundamental, they encourage one another in the search for meaning and commitment to a spiritual path. Through face-to-face relationships, they offer and receive support, express their needs and convictions, listen carefully to each other, and strive to act responsibly, considering their good and the good of the other.

Thirteen of the cluster houses belong to owners; sixteen homes are for renters, who must qualify as moderate- to low-income people. The Spirit Center is a special place for prayer, meditation, and celebrations.

Every resident is requested to serve on at least one committee. Monthly meetings are run by consensus. We welcome visitors who might meet our requirements. Please call or write to arrange a visit. An ElderSpirit extension project for people around the country who have similar goals and who want to build communities where they live is coordinated by Monica Appleby. You can also reach her at the above number.

Website: http://www.elderspirit.net

Contact:

Monica Appleby
120 ElderSpirit Ct
Abingdon, Virginia 24210 United States
Phone: 276-698-3289, 276-619-5544

Community location is placed at the center of the zip/postal code, city/state, or city/country (not based on street addresses)

This page last updated:9/18/2012

Visitors Accepted

(Let us know when)

Visitor Process: Call 276-619-5544 or email crumschlag@elderspirit.net.

Network Affiliations:

Coho/US

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Our community fits the legal definition of "housing for older persons" * and thus we may restrict membership/residency to those of a certain age and may have limits on child membership/residency in accordance with the law. Our community does not discriminate based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or domestic abuse.

Population Members(adults and children): 47 Non-member Residents: 0 Open to new members: Yes (2 homes for rent,)	Government Decision Making: By consensus Identified Leader: Yes (Elected president) Leadership Core Group: Yes (Officers act as Executive Committee)	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: No Answer (No policy) Labor Contribution: Expected Join Fee: No Regular Fees: Yes (Monthly fee for maintenance)
Land and Buildings Small Town Area: 3.7 acres (1.5 hectares) Land Owned By: Another form of Non-profit (ElderSpirit Development Corporation) Number of Residences: 29 Cohousing: Yes	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 1-5% (Small common garden) Share Community Meals: 2-5 times/week (We eat together twice a week) Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Dietary Practice: Omnivorous Alcohol Use: Used occasionally Tobacco Use: Prohibited	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: No Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Ecumenical (includes "all religions") Educational Style(s): (No school-aged children)

Cohousing Details

Cohousing Status:

Completed

Year Completed:

2006

Number of Units:

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