inspiration

There is magic in connection.  There is definitely something to be said about sharing a moment that makes another feel valued and supported.  At Friends, Inc. our volunteers choose to connect with those in need because they know about that magic, and because they care.  They care enough to provide transportation to those in need…

How often does one have the opportunity to make an immensely impactful difference in another person’s life?  At Friends, Inc. it happens daily and we always consider it the highest privilege. Recently we were honored to take a seriously ill wheelchair-bound World War II veteran to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center so that he,…

“To the world you may be only one person, but to one person, you may be the world.” These words are especially true of our volunteers who, for many different reasons, provide support, skills, talents, and abilities that give our patients hope, strength, and the courage to face another day.  Our volunteers give the gift…

Friends, Inc. volunteers are a very special group.  Outwardly they seem to be ordinary people just like the rest of us, but these “ordinary” people are doing some pretty extraordinary acts of kindness that are transforming our community and bettering our patients’ lives.    All of our volunteers are invaluable beyond measure.  We are grateful and…