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40 Years of Stories

Our staff and network of 600+ dedicated volunteers bring friendship, connection, and assistance to elders living alone. We invite you to read about some of the lives that have been profoundly impacted over more than 40 years through our mission to reduce elder isolation in Greater Boston, and those who have played an integral role in the journey.

FriendshipWorks 40 Years of Stories

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40 Years of Stories

We add stories to this page throughout the year. Check back frequently to read more.

40 Years, 40 Stories

What brings you to FriendshipWorks?

Have a story about how FriendshipWorks has made an impact in your life? Please share it! 

Whether you were part of FriendshipWorks’ original history from 1984, or perhaps found out about our cause more recently, we’re interested in hearing your story! And just for writing to us, we’ll send you a commemorative thank-you note with a few snazzy FriendshipWorks stickers to decorate your favorite water bottle, laptop or car bumper!

To be a part of FriendshipWorks’ history, send your note to Friend@fw4elders.org with “40 Years of Stories” in the subject line. 

40 Years of Creating Connections to End Elder Isolation

Thank you to our generous strategic supporters:

  • City of Boston, Age Strong Commission
  • City of Newton, Dept. of Older Adult Services
  • Drueding Foundation
  • Grimes King Foundation
  • Laura J. Niles Foundation
  • S.W.A.N. Society in Boston, Inc.
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