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Friends at Home

Friends @ Home is Friendship Circle’s signature one-on-one friendship program, pairing teen volunteers with children and teens with special needs for weekly visits in the comfort of their own homes.

  • Weekly visits
  • One-on-one
  • In your home
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Three smiling people, two teens and one child, hold a foil pan of brownies in a living room.
Three boys bake in a modern kitchen, with one child pouring from a measuring cup into a bowl.

creating impact

Friendships that last for years

Through games, baking, arts and crafts, sports, conversation, and countless shared experiences, meaningful friendships are formed that often last for years. Parents consistently tell us how much their children look forward to seeing their buddies each week. Friendships are carefully matched based on location, interests, personality, and scheduling to ensure the best possible experience for everyone involved.

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Ready to join Friends at Home?

Register your child as a member, or sign up to volunteer and become a buddy.

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