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title: "Independent Living :: Otsego Academy"
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url: "https://otsegoacademy.org/otsego-academy/independent-living"
date: "2026-06-02T17:15:59+00:00"
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# Independent Living

Otsego Academy is located at Pathfinder Village, 300-acre planned community supporting individuals with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities. Here, community members enjoy a culture conducive to independence, friendships, and personal success. Since its inception over 30 years ago, Pathfinder Village continues to be a progressive and sustainable community.

Academy students live in a beautiful colonial home and enjoy on-campus amenities such as a gymnasium, community nature trails, art studio, soccer field, and café. In addition, the lovely village of Cooperstown is only 15 miles away and offers many enjoyable social and wellness opportunities.

![364409994-41636653](https://otsegoacademy.org/images/2023/02/08/364409994-41636653_1907868645925368_4592341004689866752_n.png)

### Housing

Student Housing is centrally located in Pathfinder Village. In a family style setting, students share responsibilities for managing a shared living environment. Academy staff support and facilitate independence tailored to each student's needs.

### Arts and Recreation

Academy students choose from a host of campus-based activities and clubs including art, music, sports, and yoga. Students travel off campus for swimming, bowling, movies, and other leisure activities.

![364410083-eric-exercising](https://otsegoacademy.org/images/2023/02/08/364410083-eric-exercising.png)

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