living in community

The best and hardest part of the apprenticeship program is living in community.  All apprentices live at the Issachar Center during their first two school years in the program.  Men and women live separately in apartments and participate in community life through resident meetings, community chores, and 2-3 shared meals/meetings during the week.  Apprentices will receive a stipend and work-study salary to provide for living expenses, which include paying rent each month.  Each apartment has a kitchen, and the facility includes a laundry room.  Apprentices sign a residential agreement that outlines expectations and procedures.