Our Stories

By: Waverly Ann Harris One of our favorite sayings at Friends Life Community, particularly in trainings, is “Don’t over think it.” It is easy to get caught up in the pressure of wanting everything to be perfect, particularly in relationships or when you are supporting...

By: Waverly Ann Harris Most of us recognize that we work best when we have clear expectations from our employers, however, we often forget that it is important in other aspects of our lives as well. It reduces anxiety when we know what to expect and what is expected...

By: Waverly Ann Harris We are fortunate to live in a world where we get to interact with many different people. Everyone has their own perspective, culture, sense of humor, and context for how they understand the world. This diversity is wonderful, yet we have not...

By: Waverly Ann Harris How do you feel when you get off your routine? Do you feel frustrated because it’s hard to get things done, even if you know they are important? Do you feel like each decision is harder because there are more distractions? Routines help us get...

By: Waverly Ann Harris  Do you get satisfaction from checking off items on a checklist? Do you look forward to getting a new planner each year, or keep your schedule on your phone?  We all benefit from feeling in control of our time and our own schedule. Individuals...

By: Waverly Ann Harris Independence is important to every individual. For adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD), independence becomes a daily priority for them and their families as it adds to the quality of life for all parties. Individuals...