Innisfree Village is a fully licensed, residential community with adults with intellectual disabilities. It was founded in 1971 and operates as a nonprofit, nonsectarian, therapeutic farm community located on 550 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. They partnered with StoryCorps Studios during their 50th Anniversary Celebration to record stories that capture the unique life sharing model of Innisfree Village.
All Innisfree Village Interviews
Friends Annie Stafford (72) and Michael Hentges (73) recall their time together at Innisfree Village and reflect on the lessons and values they gained from their experience.
Friends Keke Phooko (34) and Bridget Lynch (21) discuss their shared experiences as volunteers for Innisfree Village and migrants to the United States.