Friends Program

The Friends Program Is a Non-profit Human Services Agency Operating Since 1975 With Four Programs: a Youth Mentoring Program, Emergency Housing for Families, Foster Grandparent Program and RSVP - Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. Our Mission Is to "strengthen Communities by Building Relationships That Empower People, Encourage Community Service and Restore Faith in the Human Spirit." an Estimated 515 RSVP Volunteers Will Serve. of This Number, 171 RSVP Volunteers Will Be Placed in Outcome Assignments. Some of Their Activities Will Include Transportation, Companionship, Food Delivery, Community Gardens, and Community Based Mentoring. the Primary Focus Area of This Project Is Healthy Futures, Which Also Includes Bone Builders, Health Training, Assisting Soup Kitchens, Community Gardens, and Food Pantry Support. at the End of the Three-year Grant, Friends RSVP Will Be Meeting the Needs of NH Seniors With 365 Volunteers Serving in the Impact Areas of Aging in Place, Access to Care, and Obesity and Food. We Will Work With Over 100 Community Partners to Increase Social Ties and Perceived Social Support for Caregivers of Homebound or Older Adults and Individuals With Disabilities; Increase Food Security for Individuals and Households; and Increase the Number of Seniors Who Experience Increased Strength, Better Balance, More Energy, and Enhanced Feelings of Wellbeing Through Friends RSVP Bone Builders Program. the CNCS Federal Investment of $142,311 Will Be Supplemented by $118,089. This Grant Will Assist Friends RSVP in Meeting Community Needs in NH for Many of Our Most Vulnerable People, Resulting in Better Outcomes in Health and Independent Living for Seniors, the Disabled, Veterans and Families; Increased Support of Local Nonprofits and Public Agencies So They Can Serve More People Cost Effectively; Increased Food Security; and Educational Achievements for Children.