Doing things together

Residents who have opportunities to do meaningful or enjoyable things together are more likely to develop a sense of trust and connection.

Architectural sketch of an urban street with modern buildings, trees, and people engaged in various activities such as walking and sitting at outdoor tables, captioned 'From strategies to actions' and 'Doing things together'.
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Community gardens

Monochromatic architectural sketch of a residential building with community space at the forefront, labeled 'From strategies to actions' and 'Doing things together'.
Illustration showing people engaging in gardening in a community garden with text, 'ACTION: Provide common spaces' for interaction and collaboration.

Shared corridors

An infographic outlining an action plan for common spaces in a residential area, with silhouettes of people and labeled sections of a house.
A photograph showing children playing together on a garden path, emphasizing the importance of common spaces for social connections.

Shared dinners

A graphic illustrating the concept of shared meals as a social opportunity, with simple icons representing people dining together.
An explanatory text describing the value of shared meals in fostering community ties and improving mental health.

Community-managed childcare

A visual representation of a community-managed childcare program, suggesting a way to foster shared responsibilities among families.
A detailed rationale for the value of cohousing communities, mentioning how sharing resources and activities can strengthen social bonds.

Interact with pets

An action item recommending the creation of public amenities that encourage interaction between pet owners and others, like a station for bike repair and dog washing.
A rationale for pet interaction, highlighting the benefits of human-animal relationships in combating depression and fostering community ties.

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