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Formed: 1992 Established: 1994
Higher Ground Cohousing
Bend, Oregon,
United States
 Higher Ground is comprised of 37 single-family homes on seven acres about three miles east of downtown Bend. The community was planned to provide maximum open space for meadows, play areas, pond, trails, and vegetable garden. Our common house was the original farmhouse on this property, and we have just completed a large new dining/kitchen and recreation room addition. People choosing to buy or rent these homes are interested in a socially supportive environment for themselves and their families. Many homes have been constructed with innovative environmentally responsible building materials. We share general maintenance responsibilities, and find this to be a valuable component in building community. We also take conflict resolution seriously and periodically provide positive opportunities for personal growth.
 
Contact:
Higher Ground Cohousing
1905 NE Higher Ground Ave
Bend, Oregon 97701 United States
Phone: 541-385-9972, 541-389-1514
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Nancy Baker
1905 NE Higher Ground Ave.
Bend, Oregon 97701 United States
Phone: 541-385-9972
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Michael Keown
2645 NE Community Land
Bend, Oregon 97701 United States
Phone: 541-848-9907
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Higher Ground Cohousing Community
Last Updated:8/9/2007
 
Visitors Accepted
 (Wednesdays and Saturdays are community meal evenings.)
Visitor Process: Call or email so we can arrange a tour, and hopefully a visitor can come and share a meal with us.
Population
Adult Members:
61
Child Members:
27
Non-member Residents:
0
Open to new adults:
Yes
(When homes become available for sale or rent.)
Open to new children:
Yes
Gender Balance:
40% M 60% F
Government
Decision Making:
Other
(Consensus with some majority rule exceptions.)
Identified Leader:
No
Leadership Core Group:
Yes
(HOA Board (leadership rotates))
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Members have independent finances
Labor Contribution:
Expected
(3 work days a year plus)
Join Fee:
No
Regular Fees:
Yes
(HOA Dues)
Land and Buildings
Suburban
(This land was once rural and still has a little of that flavor)
Area:
7.3 acres (3.0 hectares)
Land Owned By:
The community
Number of Residences:
37
Cohousing:
Yes
Food, etc.
Percentage of Food Grown:
1-5%
(Households can)
Share Community Meals:
1 time/week
Dietary Choice or Restrictions:
Diet is up to each individual
Dietary Practice:
Omnivorous
(Vegetarian, vegan options usually available)
Alcohol Use:
Used occasionally
Tobacco Use:
Seldom used
Social Factors
Open to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and/or Transgender members:
Yes
Shared Spiritual Path:
No
Which Spiritual Path(s):
Ecumenical (includes "all religions")
Educational Style(s):
Public schooled
Cohousing Details
Cohousing Status:
Completed
Number of Units:
39
 
 
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