Friendsfirst is a program for adults who have a developmental
disability. Friendfirst will operate on a scheduled basis between 9:30am - 12:30pm
on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Second Presbyterian Church in Bloomington in Martin
Hall.
Meet the needs of families in the community who are receiving
limited supports.
Provide a safe haven for people with disabilities.
Provide
the opportunity for people to meet new friends
Give people the opportunity
to learn new skills, share talents, and practice skills needed for greater independence.
Families who will regularly use the center will be
required to pay a registration fee of $20 and contribute a small program fee of
$5 for each participant when they come
Wish List Items: New or gently used games
like decks of cards, Skipbo, Uno, Yahtzee, Trouble, puzzles varying in range of
difficulty, craft supplies including card making supplies like card stock, stamps,
stickers, magazines, exercise mats, pedometers, exercise DVDs, CDs
Your
time and talent: We rely on volunteers each time we are open to engage
in activities with participants. Volunteers can bring in a hobby to share and/or
teach people or just come to participate in the days programming with the people
who attend.
If you have items you wish to donate
or you have questions about the program, please email Kristi
or call 451-8888 ext. 224.
