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.

Soul Studio artists are heading to the Janice Charach Gallery ✨From March 15 through April 15, their work will be on vie...
02/26/2026

Soul Studio artists are heading to the Janice Charach Gallery ✨

From March 15 through April 15, their work will be on view in A Little Bit of Light, a collection of works created at the Soul Studio that explores the radiance living within every artist.

The gallery is located at The J - Detroit. Learn more about the exhibition and upcoming events for the show https://heyor.ca/loqpY9

02/25/2026

From our ovens to your screens!

Josh hit the airwaves with FOX 2 Detroit to spread the word about our baking classes.

Come see what everyone’s talking about. Call us to register (248) 788-4800!

We are all ready for Ladies Make & Mingle!This morning, our vocational trainer lead gave Hailey her new vocational progr...
02/25/2026

We are all ready for Ladies Make & Mingle!

This morning, our vocational trainer lead gave Hailey her new vocational program T-shirt to wear at the event. She immediately called her mom and snapped photos of her shirt to share her excitement.

This is just a sneak peek at the energy and care our trainees are pouring into this night.

We still have a couple of seats open. Get your tickets now through the link https://heyor.ca/8GjpMw, and we’ll see you tomorrow night!

We need your help!! 🚨💜Friendship Circle has been nominated for Hour Detroit Best of Detroit 2026 in Organization for Peo...
02/23/2026

We need your help!! 🚨💜

Friendship Circle has been nominated for Hour Detroit Best of Detroit 2026 in Organization for People with Disabilities, and we would be so honored to have your vote.

Every program, every friendship, every opportunity to build skills and confidence is rooted in purpose. When you vote for Friendship Circle, you are supporting children, teens, and adults with special needs who are building meaningful lives in a community that celebrates their abilities.

Cast your vote here https://heyor.ca/AJo3Qo. Voting closes March 9.

PS. Dakota Bakery was nominated too🥖 Scroll down and vote for both while you’re there :)

02/20/2026

Decision making is tough! That's why we have a safe space to allow kids to practice.

Elkus Village’s Lessons for Life curriculum helps children with special needs learn at their own pace, experience real-world interactions, and build the skills they need to navigate the world around them — all in a safe, inclusive environment designed to support growth and confidence.

Your involvement with Friendship Circle, makes programs like this possible!

We're hosting Ladies Make & Mingle on February 26thYou'll participate in a create-your-own cheese board experience led b...
02/18/2026

We're hosting Ladies Make & Mingle on February 26th

You'll participate in a create-your-own cheese board experience led by our Soul Cafe Chef, with assistance from our trainees with special needs. You'll hear directly from our trainees what it means to contribute, build skills and confidence, and do meaningful work in a community that celebrates their abilities.

There’s something about bread and cheese that brings people together!

Reserve your ticket on the link https://heyor.ca/8GjpMw

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day, and let me tell you a story about how Friendship Circle shows up with kindness, da...
02/17/2026

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day, and let me tell you a story about how Friendship Circle shows up with kindness, day after day.

I was having one of those mornings. No coffee yet, deadlines piling up, and not enough sleep. I walked into to grab my soy latte with an extra espresso shot. While I waited and answered emails on my phone before heading to my desk, someone told me Megan was looking for me.

I went to find her, and she handed me a card and a bracelet. Boooy, that made my day. All the stress and to-do lists melted away, and I paused to appreciate what that small, genuine gesture of kindness did for my soul.

We have the power, one mitzvah at a time, to create a kinder world. 💜

Your kindness helps our programs grow, donate on the following link https://heyor.ca/Cn1LRr

Finding more than skills. Finding community.During our Life Skills Grows and Glows reflections, Maya shared that she wan...
02/13/2026

Finding more than skills. Finding community.

During our Life Skills Grows and Glows reflections, Maya shared that she wants to keep the friendships she made and feels like she has a community here. Maya often enjoys having a lot of space to herself, so her choice to lean into friendship and connection is incredibly bold and meaningful.

We are so grateful to watch our participants glow up and grow inside and outside of class.

02/12/2026

It’s the hugs, laughter and friendship that remind us why we’re here. 💜

02/11/2026

“I don’t know who I would be without Friendship Circle.”

Kendall’s words say everything.

When Stan Dorfman saw the isolation his grandchildren were experiencing, he chose to act. In searching for connection and community, their family found Friendship Circle. After losing a granddaughter six years ago, the Dorfmans honored her memory by creating a fund in her name and deepening their involvement with the organization.

Today, Kendall volunteers consistently, showing up even on the long days after school because she knows that one hour can truly change someone’s world.

What began as a place of belonging for one family became a legacy of generosity and love. From isolation to community. From family story to shared mission.

This is what Friendship Circle is all about.

The first time I met Joey, he handed me a crisp two dollar bill. He told me I would never go broke as long as I kept it,...
02/09/2026

The first time I met Joey, he handed me a crisp two dollar bill. He told me I would never go broke as long as I kept it, but to always pay it forward to anything and anyone that meant something to me. Every person he met got the same gentle nudge to bring the best version of themselves and spread kindness.

This was Joey. Pure love, a bright light, and one of the best friends all of us at Friendship Circle ever had. He made every room brighter and chose joy, day after day, even in the face of loss. He was more than a loyal patron of Soul Cafe and Dakota Bakery. He would waltz into the building to chit chat, share a kind word of support, or spark a good laugh, reminding us what community really feels like.

We are heartbroken by the news of his passing, and we will honor him in the way he loved most, by paying it forward and shining a little brighter. If you have a Joey story or memory, we would be so grateful if you shared it with us so we can remember him together.

We had to do it, this was our camera roll in 2016 📸💜Big smiles at camp, growing friendships through our vocational progr...
02/06/2026

We had to do it, this was our camera roll in 2016 📸💜

Big smiles at camp, growing friendships through our vocational programs, and moments that felt small at the time but meant everything to our participants, families, volunteers, and staff. Some of the faces you see here are still part of our programs today, and watching them grow has been one of the greatest joys of our work. Not just in 2016, but since 1994.

For over 30 years, Friendship Circle has been about growing together and building a strong, caring community. And all these years later, the joy is still the same.

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.