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Serving our community for 95 years!

 


 
For over 95 years!
 

EAST SIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES 

The Friendship Center

You are never too old to make new friends!

At Friendship Center Licensed Adult Day Program, seniors join a community where a range of programmed activities enable each individual to flourish by remaining independent, maintaining health and remaining active. 

We do this by creating a small group setting designed to encourage socialization and to stimulate and challenge our individuals, making the day more meaningful for older adults who have become isolated due to dementia, stroke, chronic illness or Alzheimer's. Equally important, the program provides "respite" (a break) during the day for the caregiver. We also provide support services, including circle groups and referrals.

 
Focuses of this program include:
Health and Nutrition
  • Activities of daily living customized to each person's needs
  • Nursing and health services such as blood pressure screenings, medication supervision and nail care
  • Personal care like toileting and showers

Mental Simulation

  • Enjoyable and educational activities focusing on reminiscence and sensory stimulation
  • Speakers and lively discussions
  • Arts and crafts
  • Discussion groups (current events, books, films)
  • Games, music and group singing

Physical Health Maintenance or Improvement

  • Stretching
  • Gentle, low-impact exercise
  • Therapeutic swim
  • Nurtitious meals and snacks



Social Engagement

  • Transportation
  • Friendships and peer-support
  • Holiday and birthday celebrations
  • Intergenerational programs
  • Local outings
What our seniors say about Friendship Center:
 
  • A wonderful place filled with kind-hearted people.
  • I used to sit at home worrying and lonely. Now I have friends to visit and I forget my troubles.
  • My doctor says I need a program like this.
  • I didn't know if I would like it. Now I go everyday.
 
Located across from the East Side Neighborhood House:
  • 1717 Second St. NE,
  • Minneapolis, MN 55413

Contact us for more information!
 
 
Helping individuals, strengthening families, building community
    

                                                                              1700 2nd Street NE • Minneapolis, MN 55413 • 612.781.6011