Changing the Way We Age

In Five Counties Across Southwest Florida

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Changing the Way We Age

In Five Counties Across Southwest Florida

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Changing the Way We Age

In Five Counties Across Southwest Florida

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Our Mission

To promote health, dignity and quality of life throughout the journey of aging.

Venice Lights of Friendship is Slated for December 13, 2018

Friendship Centers presents the fourth annual Venice Lights of Friendship event on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at the Venice Yacht Club.

Home Share Pilot Program is Underway

We are excited to offer this new pilot program to facilitate matching older homeowners in Sarasota with younger professionals to create a private domestic arrangement to share a home. Home providers are people who have a home they are willing to share and who would...

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Café Menu

Enjoy nutritious, low-cost meals at 19 dining sites in four counties. A great place to make new friends for adults 60+! Lunches served daily, Monday – Friday.

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Sarasota Calendar

So much to do, so little time! Learn, dance, sing, paint, exercise, play bridge or chess, discuss current events and more at our Sarasota Friendship Center.

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Venice Calendar

Play canasta, pinochle and mahjong, practice better balance, ballroom dancing and yoga, try your talent at woodcarving or quilting, all at our Venice Friendship Center.

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The Caregiving Place

Are you exhausted from caring for a family member with cognitive or medical challenges? We can offer a nurturing day program for your loved one and support for you.

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Health Clinics

Are you over 50, uninsured or on a limited income? Our volunteer doctors, dentists and specialists in Sarasota, Lee and Collier Counties can return you to good health.

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Fundraising Events

If you are looking for a festive way to help raise money for the Friendship Centers, you may want to attend or sponsor one of our fundraising events throughout the year.

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Home Share Pilot Program is Underway

We are excited to offer this new pilot program to facilitate matching older homeowners in Sarasota with younger professionals to create a private domestic arrangement to share a home. Home providers are people who have a home they are willing to share and who would...

Venice Lights of Friendship is Slated for December 13, 2018

Friendship Centers presents the fourth annual Venice Lights of Friendship event on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at the Venice Yacht Club.

Ease Into a New Exercise Routine

So, you’ve decided to start exercising. Maybe you just retired and finally have time to reap the many physical and mental benefits of getting in shape. Good for you – but don’t jump in with both feet on the first day. “Take baby steps. The No. 1 thing to realize is...