Friendship Circle of Michigan

Friendship Circle of Michigan Friendship Circle is affiliated with Chabad Lubavitch.
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Friendship Circle provides assistance and support to the families of children with special needs as well as to individuals and families struggling with addiction, isolation, and other crises.

Sometimes the smallest actions create the biggest breakthroughs.At Elkus Village, progress often begins with one gentle ...
01/09/2026

Sometimes the smallest actions create the biggest breakthroughs.

At Elkus Village, progress often begins with one gentle step forward. Recently, a volunteer noticed a participant who was feeling scared to enter the dentist’s office. Instead of rushing the moment, they met him outside in the park, starting a conversation, practicing brushing with a toothbrush, and building trust first.

That patience made all the difference. Soon after, he was able to walk inside and sit in the dentist’s chair with confidence.

We call that success. 💙

01/07/2026

Let's take a moment for our vocational trainers and staff 👏

They're absolute wizards at tailoring each person's abilities to real-life skills needed in the workforce.

When you slow down, get really flexible, and take the time to build a skill step by step, the amount that our trainees accomplish and learn is just phenomenal.

As we get ready to wrap 2025, we wanted to share that thanks to supporters like you, 10 new participants entered the workforce this year 🙌

Cheers to a New Year with meaningful employment for adults with special needs!

01/06/2026

Artists with special needs like David have poured their personalities, perspectives, and unique voices into a collection that'll have you Looking Up so you don't miss the beauty right above you.

Come on out and sip stardust mocktails (with edible glitter), talk to the artists about their work, and find the piece(s) that belongs in your space.

Opening night gives you first dibs... see you there!

RSVP here https://heyor.ca/bcj8xo

01/05/2026

We're so grateful for every camper, counselor, volunteer, and supporter who create this space where abilities shine.

As we put a wrap on two weeks of Winter Camp, we're thinking about the new friendships, confidence, and memories for every single camper with special needs.

We can't wait to do this again and again.
(after a little nap perhaps 😍 )

01/01/2026

Baruch Hashem for this year 🕯️

Lighting candles and reflecting on a year filled with impact, connection, and so much light. We’re grateful for everything accomplished in 2025 and for the community that made it all possible.

Next year will be even better :)

Thank you for a fabulous 2025 🎇In partnership with our families, community, donors, and partners, we accomplished so muc...
12/31/2025

Thank you for a fabulous 2025 🎇

In partnership with our families, community, donors, and partners, we accomplished so much together. This year, 35 adults worked at Soul Café, 175 children took part in our Sunday, afterschool, and summer camp programs, 100 artists with special needs created and collaborated, and 120 new teen volunteers joined us.

Most importantly, we witnessed growth, love, light, and happiness in every participant and their families. We’re so grateful for you being part of Friendship Circle, and we can’t wait to keep showing up and doing our very best in 2026.

*Cue the fireworks* 🎆

Friendship never ends 💓Jess and Kendall stopped by  to catch up and share what they’ve been up to. Both were longtime ca...
12/30/2025

Friendship never ends 💓

Jess and Kendall stopped by to catch up and share what they’ve been up to. Both were longtime camp volunteers over 10 years ago, and moments like this are a reminder that the connections built here last far beyond the seasons. One season at camp can turn into a decade of friendship. :)

12/29/2025

Double tap to let our counselors know how much we all appreciate them using their Winter Break to make magic for kiddos with special needs.

Not all heroes wear capes ❤️

We are live today on WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit!
12/28/2025

We are live today on WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit!

12/26/2025

Look Up opens January 15th from 5:00–7:00 PM at the Dresner Foundation Soul Studio 🫶

Our new show looks up at the skies, space, and flight. You'll see majestic eagles, cosmic landscapes, and treetop scenes across every medium.

You’ll walk into organza billowing from the ceiling, mirrors and glass catching light, and an entire collection by artists with special needs who spent hours exploring new techniques, taking risks, and producing truly exceptional work.

Each piece is a joy to view and available for sale with first dibs on opening night!

Come sip stardust mocktails (with edible glitter), talk to the artists about their work, and Look Up at the beauty that lives right above our heads.

Follow the link https://heyor.ca/F5zHmr to get your free ticket!

Core memories are being created right now at our Winter Camp for the Fetter kids and teens division.🙌 Laser tag. Circus ...
12/25/2025

Core memories are being created right now at our Winter Camp for the Fetter kids and teens division.🙌

Laser tag. Circus acts. Silent disco. Face painting. Bounce houses. And a whole lot of kids having the kind of fun that comes when you're surrounded by people who celebrate your abilities and adore you for your uniqueness.

Stay tuned for week 2 🥳

They found each other miles away from Friendship Circle ❤️ Our volunteer David was visiting Israel for his Bar Mitzvah a...
12/23/2025

They found each other miles away from Friendship Circle ❤️

Our volunteer David was visiting Israel for his Bar Mitzvah and spotted Raya, his Friendship Circle buddy, at the beach in Tel Aviv.

Address

6892 West Maple Road
West Bloomfield Township, MI
48322

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+12487887878

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Friendship Circle, a non-profit founded in 1994, provides assistance and support to the families of children and adults with special needs as well as to individuals and families struggling with addiction, isolation, and other crises. Friendship Circle is affiliated with Chabad Lubavitch.