Friendship Village Kalamazoo

04/29/2026

A proud moment for our Friendship Village family 💙

Named in honor of one of our very own residents, Judge William Schma—Michigan’s first drug treatment court judge—the William Schma House will bring a new recovery housing community to Kalamazoo, creating safe, supportive homes for individuals rebuilding their lives.

We’re reminded through projects like this that access to safe, stable housing is essential—for every stage of life and every member of our community. As Judge Schma shared, “we are fortunate to live in a community that fosters the civic values which encourage and support projects of this nature.”

We’re grateful to be surrounded by individuals who continue to lead with purpose and make a meaningful difference, both within our Village and far beyond.

Join us in celebrating Judge Schma and this important step forward for Kalamazoo.

Named after Michigan’s first drug treatment court judge, the nearly $22 million William Schma House will feature three buildings and offer 48 affordable homes paired with services to connect residents to counseling, care, and recovery support.

04/21/2026

Congratulations to our Extraordinary Impressions GEM award recipients for March 2026! Ashley and John consistently go above and beyond for our residents, "Going the Extra Mile" and helping our friends and neighbors feel welcomed and at home each day. Their dedication is one of the many reasons FVK is a place people choose to live and be a part of this amazing team. Thank you to both of you for all that you do for the residents of Friendship Village Kalamazoo!

04/09/2026

Last week, we hosted our annual "Pump It For Parkinson's" event! Residents and team members came together in this nationwide initiative, hosted by the National Institute for Fitness and Sport in partnership with NuStep, to highlight the importance of exercise for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.

The results are in, and we rocketed past our goal of 1,000,000 steps. Our total combined steps from Residents and Staff came out to 1,371,286 steps!!!

Here's the breakdown for how we achieved such a monumental number:

Walking – 1,120,790
NuSteps – 250,496

People – 179 total participants
109 residents, 60 staff, and 10 friends & family

Thank you to everyone who came out to support your friends and neighbors living with Parkinson’s disease. Your steps and your support matter so much, and we can’t thank you enough!

04/02/2026

Please join us in congratulating Samantha Smith, our Extraordinary Impressions Gem of the Year for 2025! Sam consistently goes above and beyond in her work, and her care and dedication make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of the residents of Friendship Village Kalamazoo.

We are grateful for the professionalism, kindness, and commitment she brings to our community, and we sincerely thank her for all she does.

04/02/2026

Congratulations to our Extraordinary Impressions winners for February 2026! Leeanne and Thomas consistently "Go the Extra Mile" serving and caring for our residents; it's one of the many reasons that FVK is where people want to live, work and visit! Thank you to both of you for always going the extra mile here at Friendship Village Kalamazoo!

03/27/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
Looking for your next opportunity? Join us at our upcoming hiring event! We’re excited to meet motivated individuals ready to grow with our team.

📅 Date: April 22, 2026
📍 Location: Friendship Village - Kalamazoo
⏰ Time: 1:30PM - 3:30 PM

✨ Multiple positions available
✨ On-the-spot interviews
✨ Great team & growth opportunities

Don’t miss your chance—come prepared and bring your resume!
👇 See flyer below for full details 👇

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Our Kiva auditorium was buzzing as the local band, Whisky Before Breakfast, filled the air with lively Irish jigs and reels while residents enjoyed traditional Irish coffee and refreshments.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate Irish culture, great music, and good company! ☘️

03/06/2026

Help support the FVK Alzheimer's walk team. Click link below to see our team page.

Support Friendship Village Kalamazoo in the fight to end Alzheimer's. Donate today to help them reach their goal.

02/17/2026

Today, we celebrated Mardi Gras the right way: with world-class music and world-class treats!

The Jackson French Quarter Dixieland Band brought the soul of New Orleans to our Kiva auditorium, while Friendship Village residents enjoyed a Fat Tuesday staple...fresh, jam-filled pączki! It’s safe to say no one left the party hungry or without a smile on their face!

Thank you to all who came to celebrate, and a very special thank you to the Jackson French Quarter Dixieland Band for making this an afternoon to remember!

Happy Mardi Gras!

01/01/2026

Ringing in the New Year with Barry Ross and the BLT Jazz Trio. Great celebration!

12/15/2025

So much fun supporting Kalamazoo Public Library by participating in the Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee in November. Our spellers made us proud, and our spirit team (The Friendship Village Kitchen Band) took home the "Audience Favorite" prize for it 's performance!