Classes
We offer a number of enriching and empowering classes, such as our Virtual Master Class series!
Our Mission
As a certified 501(c)3, Friends Life Community empowers each participant to live as independently as possible as they age out of high school and other traditional support programs. Through continuing education and job training, we provide our Friends with every opportunity to achieve their full potential and discover their place within the community and the world.
Make a Difference.
“People don’t usually think I can do much, but the staff believe in me. I am a true leader now.”
Katie
Program Participant, Friend
Programs
Advocacy Through the Arts
Advocacy Through the Arts uses visual and performing arts to build three main skill areas: self-advocacy, self-expression, and confidence.
Service Learning & Employment
Through Service Learning, Friends volunteer throughout the Nashville community, building valuable employment skills and sharing their talents and time with local nonprofits.
Life Skills
Individuals gain the confidence to become more independent at home, at work, and in the community through the Life Skills program at Friends Life Community.
Blog Posts & Events
From backyard barbeques to red carpet movie premieres, we’ve always got something fun happening over here. Check out our upcoming events and come join us!
Vision 2020
By: Waverly Ann Harris, Executive Director Closing out the decade and entering a new one is an exciting time for the Friends and team at Friends...
Inclusive Employment: Courage in the Workplace
By: Waverly Ann Harris “I believe courage is external… it’s not the ability that gave you courage, it’s the net,” explains Simon Sinek in his 3...
3 Reasons Why Siblings of Individuals with IDD Are Necessary for Future Planning
By: Waverly Ann Harris Friends Life Community (FLC) serves teenagers and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), or as we...
4 Tips to Improve Your Experience as an Inclusive Employer (From a Career Coach)
By Patsy Webb, M.A.Ed.S., and FLC Career Coach 1) Raise your expectations One attitude I meet when walking in the door of a new employment...