Parents reflect on raising children with disabilities
In this emotional video, watch parents react to seeing their adult children with disabilities talk about their experiences. “Friends Life has shown Katie that whatever limitations she has, there are not any boundaries that can stop her from doing what she wants to...
Michael’s Story
People with disabilities deserve a place to belong. Through continuing education and job training, the Friends get every opportunity to achieve their full potential and discover their place within the community and the world. Watch the video below to learn more...
Lauren Alaina Sings “Rocky Top” for the Friends
Lauren Alaina sings "Rocky Top" for the Friends During this week of gratitude, we are especially grateful for the Friends, who make our lives so much richer. The Friends have infectious joy. They are willing to welcome everyone and every day with a smile. After...
Service Learning Spotlight: Meals on Wheels
“Helping other people is what I enjoy the most at Friends Life,” says Bradley, a participant in Friends Life Community’s Day Program. Each week, Bradley and his peers participate in Friends Life Community’s Service Learning curriculum, where the Friends volunteer for...
Tickets Still Available for Songwriters’ Night with Lauren Alaina
Get yours before they're gone! Lauren Alaina | September 19 | City Winery BUY TICKETS Thank you to our sponsors! [gallery columns="6" size="medium"...
Week 4: Achilles Race Update from Amy Harris
Hello, Friends Life Community! We have completed our fourth week of training for the 2017 Hope & Possibility 5 Mile Race and 1 Mile Run! I have never seen such an enthusiastic group of runners and walkers. Thank you all for coming each week and doing your best! It...
Our Beloved Fall Festival Returns
Who doesn't love fall in Tennessee? Pumpkins and gourds, blooming mums, mild weather, changing leaves, and golden sunlight. It's the perfect time of year to gather together with one's community simply for the joy of it. Friends Life Community is delighted to announce...
Achilles Race Update from Amy Harris
It was so good to have the rain hold off last Friday for Week 2 of the Achilles-Friends Life Community race training group! We had a smaller group than the week before, but a lot of awesome volunteers from Achilles, and a new volunteer from Friends Life Community! It...
#SolarEclipse2017
Now that was a day for the books! #SolarEclipse2017 was unlike anything we could have imagined. In fact, it was better. We were thrilled that we spent this indescribably event with some of our favorite people in the world: our Friends and staff. Check out all of our...
Jackalope Returns to Songwriters’ Night
Our Songwriters' Night would not be possible without our amazing event partners. We're thrilled to welcome back our supporters and faithful friends from Jackalope Brewing Company for our 9th Annual Songwriters' Night! Jackalope was started in 2002 by Bailey Spaulding...
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