Coffee Talk
A commitment-free drop-in chat line when a friendly voice is needed the most.
Learn moreMeaningful connections for older adults.
We are Friends & Co, formerly Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly.
Our Vision:
A world where every older adult thrives in meaningful relationships.
Our Mission:
Friends & Co celebrates aging through community-led service that fosters meaningful connections for everyone.
Our Commitment to Equity:
Friends & Co continues to build a more inclusive and diverse organization where everyone is welcome and feels a sense of belonging.
Our Services
Phone Companions
Lasting phone friendships for feeling warm, vibrant, connected, and engaged.
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Get Involved
Whether you join us to participate in our services for older adults, become a volunteer, a supporter, or choose to do both, you will be joining an established, trusted, accepting, compassionate, connected community, where everyone’s contributions matter and everyone is always welcome regardless of race, religion, age, orientation, gender, or beliefs.
Learn MoreIn the news
March 1, 2023
Friends & Co @ MSSA Conf.
We are excited to be a Friend Sponsor" and exhibitor at the MSSA Ignite the Spark in You 130th Annual Conference & Expo.
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February 24, 2023
Friends & Co Forms New Partnership
Friends & Co Forms New Partnership with Jewish Family Service of St Paul
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February 22, 2023
Friends & Co @ MGS 47th annual conference.
Friends & Co is proud to sponsor the Minnesota Gerontological Society’s (MGS) 47th annual conference.
Read MoreCommunity Impact
In 2021, we achieved:
990
Volunteers served 6,080 hours
10,000+
Total outreach
756
Older adults served
Make an impact
Your gift brings hope to older adults.
Friends & Co relies on the generosity of friends like you to help provide isolated older adults with companionship and a sense of belonging.