Simply stated, lifesharing is a group of people who choose to live together. In the context of Camphill, it means that people with and without intellectual disabilities live together in a mutually supportive home and accompany each other through life. Just like living together as a family, the connection is intimate and deep – personally, socially, spiritually, and culturally – it is a partnership in living.

A typical Camphill household includes two experienced householders, their children, two or three young volunteer coworkers, and two or three residents with disabilities. Everyone has personal space but also enjoys a strong common life. An important part of this is shared mealtimes. Mealtimes give everyone an opportunity to share their experiences of the day, or quietly draw strength from shared food and companionship. Good food is a big part of life in Camphill and we believe in healthy, fresh home cooking.