Welcome to Friend Village

We are dedicated to changing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by facilitating growth, empowerment and independence in a home setting.

We provide nurturing, distinctive long-term group residential care and sponsored residential care for individuals whose families cannot provide adequate care for them and for persons transitioning from institutions or group home.

Welcome

Friend Village is a residential home for developmentally disabled individuals, licensed by BDHSD, which provides 24-hour care located in Virginia Beach. It is a congregate service with staff support and supervision for adults with a DD Waiver. Individuals live with 3 other individuals; each person has their own room and essentially, they live as a family. Friend Village provides person-centered supports and skill building. The Direct Support Professionals provide person-centered supports and skill building. Our residents participate in numerous community activities throughout the week (day support and recreational opportunities) which further enrich their socialization and developmental skills. Each residents’ strengths and needs will be identified by individual assessment and service support plan.

We will provide nurturing, distinctive long term and Transitional Residential care for those transitioning from institutions or whose families cannot provide adequate care for them. Unlike the other group homes, we have the ability to provide skilled nursing and incorporate a spiritual component desired.

Welcome to Friend Village

We are dedicated to changing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by facilitating growth, empowerment and independence in a home setting.

We provide nurturing, distinctive long-term group residential care and sponsored residential care for individuals whose families cannot provide adequate care for them and for persons transitioning from institutions or group home.

WHAT WE DO?

The next level in support services.

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Become A Resident

We'll match your loved one based on their personal, behavioral and medical needs, interests and lifestyle with placement in a Sponsored Residential Care home.

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Hiring Opportunities

We are hiring Direct Support Professionals and Community Coaches for our Community Engagement Day Program.

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Traditional
Residential Care

We’re providing a level of care that families and individuals are looking for, but can be challenging to find.

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Training Services

We’re offering the professional skills and essential training that is needed to provide the best care possible.

DAY SUPPORT SERVICES

We're All About Community Engagement and Community Coaching

We provide meaningful opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop new skills, enhance their independence, build relationships, and develop a sense of belonging, all while participating in activities within the community. We will partake in volunteering, weekly, as well as weekly cooking classes. Some other activities that are offered include: physical activities/ exercise, arts and crafts, gardening, exploring city/local parks/museums, day trips, shopping, and so much more! All activities are based on choices, interests, strengths, and needs of each individual.

We strive to provide all individuals with a positive relationship within the community, become engaged citizens, and practice community safety protocols. We ensure that families/caregivers have a peace of mind knowing their loved one is enjoying companionship and care while integrated within the community with their peers.

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Residential Care

We’re providing a level of care that families and individuals are looking for, but can be challenging to find.

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Training Services

We’re offering the professional skills and essential training that is needed to provide the best care possible.

Our Valued Staff

The Staff at Friend Village have greater than 30-year experience in human services and over 16-year experience in working with individuals with special needs. Our Staff is compassionate and enthusiastic with educational backgrounds in social work, mental health, counseling, special educations, vocational rehabilitation counseling and nursing.

We are committed to our residents offering a safe and engaging environment which helps them to build life skills, job skills, and the best quality of life.

Our Valued Staff

We are committed to our residents offering a safe and engaging environment which helps them to build life skills, job skills, and the best quality of life.

Our Valued Staff

We are committed to our residents offering a safe and engaging environment which helps them to build life skills, job skills, and the best quality of life.

F E A T U R E S

Benefits of Referring a Loved One

Availability

24-hour staffing with an engaging environment with opportunities for community integration and socialization

Safety

Providing a comfortable and safe environment

Growth

Skill building & Support- supervision and guidance with ADLs, domestic skills, personal hygiene, meal prep & money management

Medication Management

Caring support with medication management for our residence

Support

Professional and Experienced Direct Support Professionals

Target

We believe in Human Rights Advocacy and Protection

Quality

Registered Nurse, Mental Health Counselor, Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist, Special Education Educator on site

Meals

We focus on providing nutritious and delicious meals

Welcome to Friend Village

Welcome

Welcome to Friend Village

The next level in support services.

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Sponsored Residential Homes