VILLAGE MEMBER STORIES

Karen Keating, New Castle

How long have you lived on the Seacoast?

My husband, Tony, and I moved to the Seacoast in July 2022 to be closer to our sons and their families.

We love our new home and the fabulous beaches, and have explored many areas of Maine and the White Mountains. In my free time, gardening and crafting, especially knitting, are my passions. 

Why did you join the Village and how does it fit into your long-term plans?

I just joined the Village this past summer. We love where we live and hope to be able to stay in our home, rather than moving into a retirement community.  The Village’s vision of neighbor helping neighbor to improve the odds of being able to grow older in our homes and communities resonated so strongly. I am unable to drive right now due to health reasons, but am able to help with gardening, lifting and moving boxes, and doing small projects for people who have physical limitations.

What aspect of Village membership are you finding the most enjoyable or valuable? 

The Village has been a fabulous place to meet people, and the events listed on the website and newsletter are great. I’ve attended a new members’ coffee, and the women’s discussion group.

I’ve been able to see the Village’s vision in real time, as I’ve been able to get rides to Village events, while also having fun getting to know other members better while helping them out.

What would you say to a friend interested in joining the Village?

The Seacoast Village Project website is an excellent way to learn about the organization and how it is achieving this vision.  Spend time reading the “member stories” and see if this is something that seems of interest. The office staff, Dylan, Ashlie and Bridget, can answer any questions you might have.

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