Friendship Program to Participate in GIVE65

Friendship Program, Inc. (www.friendshipprogram.com) is participating in GIVE65. During this online event, the agency is raising funds for their Adult Day Services program to assist in purchasing at least one new mini-bus to transport participants. The 65-hour event runs from July 9 at 7 a.m. to July 11 at midnight. Their theme is “Oh The Places We Will Go” with a goal of $5,000 raised in 65 hours. Friendship Program provides transportation to and from their programs as well as appointments in order to increase access to much needed services for seniors. To donate, go to www.give65.org/friendshipprogram.

Friendship Program, Inc. is the largest Adult Day Service program in Nebraska. For 40 years, the program has served adults aged 55+ and provided excellent quality aging services including transportation, health services, social services, and nutrition. Services are based on the belief that each individual can maximize his or her ability to live independently within the community. Service provision includes education and activities in the areas of physical fitness, nutrition, spirituality, mental health, socialization, recreation and leisure, and safety. The day program offers opportunities to socialize and engage in a variety of activities designed to appeal to a broad range of interests and abilities. To learn more, visit www.friendshipprogram.com or contact Kate Young, executive director, at (402) 393-6911.