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My experience at L’Arche was a very welcoming one.  They are a faith-based community located in Oak Park, Chicago. They have three homes, Angel House, Peace House, and Friendship House, that homes residents, and aids who commune together.

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Each L'Arche home has a basements. A community lounge where only assistants are allowed. They go there almost every night to hang out and "destress" after work. Some of the lived-in assistants are international, I met Nasha, who had just moved in from Germany three days ago. She will be staying at L'Arche for a whole year. I love the fact that some assistants are international, it provides a great space for community. Getting to learn from each other and experiencing different cultures and beliefs.

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The people I meet from L’Arche range from residents, assistants, volunteers, leadership team members, and community friends. During our stay we were divided into groups to talk to each other, and get to meet one another. We discussed home and what it "meant for us". Everyone in my discussion group had the same perspective of home and community. The importance of having people, and a safe place to retreat.

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L’Arche hosts community events every second Thursday of the month. They welcome anyone who would like to visit and learn about L’Arche or just meet the community. My experience at L’arche was a very positive one, I had a great time getting to meet the people who live there and work there together. L'Arche is building an inclusive community for all.