Friends Life Community

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Friends Life Community provides personal enrichment and continuing education for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through person-driven support and community-centered programs, participants gain greater confidence, improved self-advocacy, and active participation in the Nashville community. 

Our Core Values: Belonging, Self-Advocacy, and Innovation

At the heart of our organization lies a commitment to our core values:

Belonging: We believe that everyone deserves to be seen, respected, and celebrated for their unique qualities. We create an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is excited to be a part of the community.

Self-Advocacy: We empower the Friends to know their rights and responsibilities, encouraging them to use their voice to advocate for themselves in a proactive and engaged manner.

Innovation: We never settle for the status quo. Committed to constant evolution, we continuously improve our programming and methods to provide better opportunities, education, employment, and quality of life for the IDD community.

Mission: To create opportunities for adults with disabilities to develop socially, grow personally, and enjoy community as they experience life together.