Patients in Venice Rediscover Good Health with Dr. Bette Boysen
Family practice physician Dr. Bette Boysen has a passion for medicine and compassion for her patients. “I enjoy patient care,” says Dr. Boysen, who ... continue reading
Vicki Smiles a Lot as a Volunteer and Participant at the Sarasota Friendship Center
Our award-winning senior centers in Sarasota and Venice are models for the rest of the country. These bustling activity centers are great places to ... continue reading
Lee County Dining Site is a Daily Reprieve for Participant Mary Jenkins
The Harlem Heights Community Center in Fort Myers is one of 10 dining and activity sites operated by the Lee County Friendship Centers. Participants ... continue reading
Caregiver Norm Walter Shares his Appreciation for the Adult Day Program at the Friendship Centers’ Caregiving Place
Norm Walter’s wife, Willie, was diagnosed with dementia. At first, he was unsure how to best help her during this phase of her life. ... continue reading
Friendship Challenge: Raise Your Hand to Help Older Adults
NOTICE: The Friendship Challenge has been postponed until Hurricane Irma has passed. We will reschedule the challenge and the Friday Parties very soon. In ... continue reading