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Friendship House: Fostering Inclusion And Community
For Special Needs Families In South Palm Beach County
In recognition of Jewish Disability Acceptance and shopping and off-site adventures that simultaneously creating a lasting impact on the lives of those they serve.
Inclusion Month, which is celebrated during February, we incorporate independence and connection. High school To further its mission, Friendship House hosted a
are spotlighting the wonderful work of one of our local, volunteers take on an important role in these programs, Walk4Friendship fundraiser on Sunday, March 3. This
partner agencies, Friendship House. actively engaging with the participants to foster a event honored the memory of the special needs children
Founded in 2020, Friendship House provides a fully supportive and inclusive environment. who tragically lost their lives in Israel on October 7,
inclusive environment that nurtures relationships and Since its inception, Friendship House has served as a emphasizing the organization’s global outreach and the
helps to create lifelong friendships for individuals with vital lifeline for more than 75 families, thanks to its team interconnectedness of communities around the world.
disabilities. Recognizing the challenges that special needs of leadership, staff and volunteers, who are dedicated to Deepest thanks to Boca Pointe Federation Campaign
families face, Friendship House launched with a vision to Chairs: Jane and Dan Fishkoff, and to Committee
offer opportunities beyond traditional therapy sessions. Members: Rhoda Berkow, Allen Brayer, Richard Glazer
At the heart of its mission lies the commitment to create & Elaine Kaplan, Harold Katz, Joel Meisner, Arlene
connection, socialization and support through innovative Penner, Murray Pitkowsky, Mel Schoen, Doris & Stuart
programming, peer volunteerism and shared experiences. Zeuner, for their continued dedication and leadership.
The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County If you or a neighbor are in need of help, please
supports this mission by funding family and holiday contact Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services
events and various initiatives, such as Sunday Circle at 561-852-3333. In addition, our main Federation
and Young Adult Club, making Friendship House a telephone number, 561-852-3100, is monitored regularly
cornerstone of community and friendship in Boca Raton for voicemail messages.
and Delray Beach. Learn more about our Federation and how you can help at
Sunday Circle, a two-hour, drop-off program, provides www.jewishboca.org - or contact Shirley Gross at shirleyg@
children, teens and adults the unique opportunity to enjoy bocafed.org or 561.852.3182 (leave a voicemail).
group activities, while creating a respite for parents.
Young Adult Club integrates social skills, cooking, Community Participants at Walk4Friendship
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Promenade Drive 20mph
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