Sand River Cohousing

A groundbreaking senior community in New Mexico

Sand River Cohousing is an award-winning participatory community in New Mexico, grounded in the principles of conscious aging, decision making by consensus, environmental stewardship, and a strong connection to place.

They dedicate themselves to lifelong personal growth, friendship, respect for the environment, and service to others, aspiring to embody the following values:

WISDOM  We respect the diversity of paths to personal growth. Deepening our connections to the natural world and others in the place that we live is a significant part of conscious aging.

COMMUNITY  We live in a respectful, egalitarian community which uses consensus to guide our decision making. We are creating a peaceful, aesthetically pleasing environment that nurtures a sense of community and individual contentment.

FRIENDSHIP  We value one another and the expression of mutual caring. We cherish and celebrate our diverse origins, joys, talents, beliefs, and life experiences.

ENVIRONMENT  We affirm a sustainable future by conserving resources and living ever more lightly on the Earth.

SERVICE  We offer service to the larger community both as individuals and as representatives of Sand River.

They welcome enquiries through their website.