Serving adults With Special Needs

Connecting, Changing Lives

Enrich for Life connects higher-functioning adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to each other and to the supports they need improvidng their daily lives. Exploring community-based housing. Offering inclusive enrichment programs, on-going activities, special outings, and events.

Contact co-founders Allison or Chris Bender to learn more. Email, call, or text!

Allison@enrichforlife.org

(615) 397-4547
Chris@enrichforlife.org
(615) 636-7655

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Enrich Activities & Classes

Enrich Bowling

Inclusive bowling for adults 22 years and older is held on Tuesdays, May 24 through August 23, 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, Franklin Family Entertainment Center. $8 per week includes bowing ball, shoes. Email or call Allison Bender for details.

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Bocce Ball

Inclusive Bocce Ball for adults 22 years and older, Fridays, May 27 to September 16, 9:15AM to 10:30AM, located at 1314 Academy Street, Franklin (across from Academy Park Gym). $5 per week. Email or call Allison Bender for details.

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Faith Friends

This inclusive Small Worship Group meets on Wednesdays from 6:30 PM -7:30 PM. September - May 11. Contact Allison for details and registration. So many thanks to our marvelous volunteers - leader, Cyndy Muirhead and Jenna Southerland!!

Faith Friends' Special "Summer Evenings" will be held at Fourth Avenue Church of Christ, Wednesday, June 15, (other dates TBA) 6:15PM to 7:30PM.

Live music, engaging Bible lessons, scripture, games, music, laughter, prayer, and surprises! Very special thanks to our summertime hosts friends Brad, Gary (Executive Pastor), and Lydia Shrader! Contact Allison for details and to RSVP, Allison@enrichforlife.org, (615) 397-4547

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Art Classes & Activities

Inclusive acrylic painting classes are designed for higher-functioning adults, ages 22 and older. Instructor Pam Irvin is fantastic, and so is the artwork created by our student artists! All are welcome! Class fees: $18 per class, and a registration fee of $15 apply. Email Allison for more details at Allison@enrichforlife.org. Upcoming classes will be announced.

Community-based social activities and educational outings are also planned throughout the year.

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Enrich House at Academy Street

Enrich House at Academy Street- Volunteer to join the remodeling effort. Make a donation! Located at 1314

Academy Street, the house is within walking distance of the Williamson County Public Library and Academy Park in historic downtown Franklin. The home will accommodate female residents with IDD. Residential support will be provided in collaboration with a local provider agency. This first Enrich House will serve as a model adapted to serve adults with all abilities.

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Areas of Support

Advocate for local residential services for higher-functioning adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Create alternatives for supported, independent living, guide appropriate housing models, and share tools to minimize out-of-pocket costs for families.

Develop continuing adult activities, education, and personal development opportunities, including Faith Friends, bowling, bocce, art classes, movies, dining out, and group outings.

Promote good health through higher nutrition awareness and making exercise fun with sports activities offered by Enrich, local parks and recreation center, Special Olympics, and other local non-profits.

Encourage Spiritual Development through our Faith Friends Small Worship Group, attending concerts and special events during Christmas, Easter, and throughout the year, and engagement with the church community.