To make friends as an adult you need to spend quality time together over a period of time. We take the guessing and planning out of it and arrange different weekly activities. Activity possibilities vary by time, location, and interests of the groups. There is an initial virtual session so you can first meet your future friends, and at this time, the group provides preferences on types of activities and costs. Activities vary from basic get togethers, to classes, to walking, eating out, playing games, volunteering. We make the arrangements. You are responsible for showing up, engaging, having fun, and any associated costs for the event (activities are no or low cost). Take the friendship survey to get matched
Who is this for? Everyone!
…Well, everyone over 21 who is willing to show up for all the sessions.
We emphasize an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. This means that we ask everyone participating to be open to meeting new people and commit to fostering a space of belonging and support.
Recent transplants to the area and long time residents
It can be hard to make friends when you first move to a new city. You have work and/or school, but what if your new work mates, aren’t into the same things you are?
What if you have had the same friends for a long time, but you haven’t felt that connection for awhile and want to meet new friends?
Introverts and Extroverts
You can be an extrovert who is too busy or just hasn’t found your group of friends yet (or is always looking for more) or an introvert who wants friends, but that first meeting where you don’t know anyone can be too intimidating.
Our program avoids that initial awkwardness (everyone in the group is in the same boat) and takes the pressure off the planning the get togethers!
Men and Women
Studies show that men have fewer friends now than they did in 1990. Another study found that 20% of men now say they don’t have any close friends and over half are unhappy with the size of their friend groups. Yet, we know many men want to make friends, but our society can make it difficult.
Women also need friends – in addition to better mental and physical health, a recent UCLA study showed that when women are stressed they turn to their friends to help them through tough times. Some women may have an easier time making friends, while others just haven’t met their people yet.
Young adults and older adults
It is easier now than ever to connect online, yet many of us still lack close IRL friends. This is true for young adults just finishing university and entering the work place.
Many adults have friends through their children, but when children leave home, so do many of these situational friendships.