It was their intention to become less of a commune and more of a community, with the families living in separate houses on the property.

他们倒是愿意在这片土地上单门独户地居住，愿意组成社区而不是公社。

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I believe the commune in community is what gives meaning and depth to my life.

我相信是这种邻里间的关系赋予我生命的意义和深度。

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It's a home for the elderly in a commune-like setting, 30 miles from Manhattan, that takes an unusual approach, integrating seniors into the broader community and encouraging them to contribute to its welfare.

WSJ: For the aging, a commune-like alternative in NY