The Founder's Story is a webinar series where the founders of I/DD communities share their founding stories including their vision, findings, insights and takeaways in building their communities for their loved ones with I/DD.
Philippe Habib and Heidi Cartan built Coastal Haven Families LLC and Common Roots Farm in the heart of Santa Cruz, California. Coastal Haven is a pocket neighborhood that "fosters a strong experience of community among its residents." Common Roots Farm is an urban where "people with disabilities join with others to grow healthy food, beautiful flowers and create friendships that sustain everyone."