F&C pausing new Visiting Companions applications
Due to increased awareness and high demand
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It's Holiday Cards Connect Time!
Tis the Season!
Read MoreExpanding the power of friendship and connections
St. Paul nonprofit Friends & Co emphasizes friendship for seniors.
Read MoreExpanding "Let's Do Coffee"
Aligning the missions of two organization dedicated to reducing social isolation among older LGBTQ+ adults.
Read MoreFriends & Co welcomes three new interns
We welcome our new interns—Emma Johnson, Alexis Peterson, and Olivia Funk.
Read MoreCoffee Talks Success In Success for FY 23-24
Friends & Co, Celebrates Their Drop-In Chat Line, Coffee Talk, Success In Providing Social Connections.
Read MoreSaying Goodbye and Welcome to our Board.
Friends & Co announces new Board Member Norm Morris, says goodbye to others.
Read MoreCombating loneliness & Building Strong Communities
James Falvey, will be taking the stage at the University of Minnesota's upcoming Age-Friendly University Day.
Read MoreFriends & Co bids farewell to Olivia
Friends & Co bids farewell to Olivia, dedicated MSW Intern, who has completed her placement with flying colors.
Read MoreSaying goodbye to our friend, Liz
Elizabeth Ann Smith, affectionately known as Liz, passed away on March 2, 2024, at the age of 86.
Read MoremyTalk is celebrating our seniors this Valentine's
Send your Valentine to myTalk by February 8th!
Read MoreThe Remember Project Performs “Fortune Cookies”
First Universalist Church, in partnership with Friends & Co, proudly presents “Fortune Cookies"
Read MoreSaying Goodbye To Our Friend, Terry Doyle.
It is with heavy hearts that we have to say goodbye to our friend, Terry Doyle.
Read MoreCelebrating The Life and Love of Anna
Our Friends, Anna Gremer, Age 106, passed away on November 14, 2023.
Read MoreSaying Goodbye To A Friend
It is with great sadness we have to say goodbye to our member and friend David Schliep.
Read MoreF&C launches Holiday Cards Connect
Friends & Co announces its latest program, "Holiday Cards Connect." Program.
Read MoreUnderstanding loneliness and social isolation
Understanding loneliness and social isolation: How to stay connected.
Read MoreVicky accepts MAVA’s Excellence in Volunteer Award
We are thrilled and honored to announce Vicky Makky has accepted the award for MAVA’s Excellence in Volunteerism.
Read MoreF&C Celebrates 50 years serving older adults in MN
Thank you for all who helped us celebrate!
Read MoreFriends & Co Celebrates 50 Years
Friends & Co: Celebrates 50 Years of Alleviating Loneliness for Older Adults.
Read MoreWelcome Olivia!
Friends & Co Welcomes Intern, Olivia Clark.
Read MoreAmber Carlson joins Friends & Co
Amber Carlson has joined our team as the new Advancement Director
Read MoreDennis Glock wins Legacy Person of the Year.
We are both honored and excited to have Dennis receive this prestigious service award.
Read MoreJethra Kapp has joined Friends & Co
Jethra Kapp has joined Friends & Co as the new Director of Program Development.
Read MoreFriends & Co Unveils New Van
Friends & Co, has launched its latest initiative to connect people and communities, its new Community Connector Van.
Read MoreSurgeon general lays out loneliness framework
The surgeon general lays out a framework to tackle loneliness and 'mend the social fabric of our nation.'
Read MoreWelcome Danielle Andrews
Friends & Co is proud to announce the appointment of Danielle Andrews as the new Director of Member Services.
Read MoreCelebrateing National Volunteer Week
Thank you to all our Volunteers!
Read MoreFriends & Co featured in Allina Newsletter
Friends & Co featured in Allina Newsletter, Hello 4 Health
Read MoreFriends & 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.
Read MoreFriends & Co Forms New Partnership
Friends & Co Forms New Partnership with Jewish Family Service of St Paul
Read MoreFriends & Co @ MGS 47th annual conference.
Friends & Co is proud to sponsor the Minnesota Gerontological Society’s (MGS) 47th annual conference.
Read MoreValentine's Day for Seniors 2023
Delivering love to Seniors in the Twin Cities
Read MoreValentines for Seniors Enters Year Two
We are excited to partner with @mytalk1071 again this year for Valentines for Seniors!
Read MoreCelebrating 50 years of Serving
Minneapolis Chapter Founder Recalls Intense Early Days
Read MoreBCBS MN making connections with kids and seniors
Blue Cross associates wrap up the year with a focus on community.
Read MoreFriends & Co Branding wins GDUSA Award.
Franke+Fiorella wins GDUSA American Graphic Design Award™ for Friends & Co Branding and Identity Design
Read MoreFriends & Co attends Aging Summit
Friends & Co to Participate in Minnesota Leadership Council on Aging's Elevate Summit
Read MoreFriends & Co Kicks Off A Season of Brightness
Our members and their friends share connection, companionship, community, and friendship.
Read MoreThe Benefits of Social Connection
F&C's Ann Fosco presents to the MN Elder Justice Center
Read MoreFriends & Co participates @ Fall Aging Conference
Join us at the Fall Aging Conference – Let’s Talk Taboo.
Read MoreJoin us @ the South Minneapolis Seniors Fair
Andrea Jenkins, Emily Koski, and Friends & Co invite community members to join us at the fair!
Read MoreFriends & Co welcomes Emma Lucchesi.
Friends & Co is thrilled to announce that we have hired Emma Lucchesi to fill our new Program Manager position!
Read MoreMeaningful Connections Over Lunch
Minnesota Radio and Stage Veteran Discovers Meaningful Connections Over Lunch
Read MoreMaybe there is a “free lunch,” after all.
Lavender Magazine spotlights our Let's Do Lunch Café.
Read MoreFranke+Fiorella rebrands LBFEMN as Friends & Co
Franke+Fiorella helps Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly-MN Chapter rebrand as Friends & Co.
Read MoreWe're Hiring!
Friends & Co is seeking a Program Manager
Read MoreSandy O'Donnell Celebrates 25 Years!
Did you know Sandy's entire career has been devoted to serving and supporting older adults?
Read MoreTwin Cities LGBTQ older adults reveals progress
Research on the needs of Twin Cities LGBTQ older adults reveals progress over the past 30 years.
Read MoreLITTLE BROTHERS - FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY MN CHANGE
Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly MN (LBFEMN) has officially changed its name to Friends & Co™
Read MoreIn Person Visitations are Back
Thank you so much for your continued patience and commitment to keeping those around you safe and healthy.
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