In Service Day & Holiday Closure Calendar

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Please note that on In Service Days, FRIENDS will not be holding Day Program services. Additionally, FRIENDS will be closed on designated Holidays. Be sure to review the updated In Service Day and Holidays Calendar to plan accordingly. 


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FRIENDS Programs

FRIENDS Day Program

Thanks for Keeping FRIENDS in Full Bloom!

A huge thank you to Andrew, Cheryl, and Bruce Townson for their incredible work keeping our building and garden looking amazing! From the bright, cheerful flower pots and hanging baskets out front to the thriving garden overflowing with tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, and more. Your care and dedication shine in every corner.


We’re so grateful for the time, energy (even on weekends!), and green thumbs you share with us. Life’s a garden… and thanks to you, we’re digging it!

Day Program Reward Store

Our Reward Store is a longtime favorite in the Day Program! Every month, Participants use tickets they’ve earned from participation in daily activities to 'purchase' items from the store. Some items are more popular than others, which means our stock can run low. How can you help keep our Reward Store fully stocked and serving Participants? You can donate items at any time! We are currently looking for the following popular items:

  • DVDs, CDs
  • Word search books
  • Colorado sports team apparel
  • Adult coloring books
  • Art supplies (colored pencils, watercolors, etc.)
  • Disney items


Thank you for helping us keep this beloved resource available for our Participants!

FRIENDS Social & Travel Program

TRANSPORTATION to and from FRIENDS

Times of the events will vary depending on the activities. For those dropping off participants, please do not arrive earlier than 10 min before the start, and please pick up no later than 10 minutes after the event. For those on AAR, please make certain to schedule transportation to and from events as close to the event times as possible. If the event starts at 6 please schedule for 5:30--6:00pm. If the event ends at 8pm, please schedule for 7:45 - 8:15pm. FRIENDS staff is not available to provide supervision prior to the start of an event or after an event ends. We will make every effort to accomodate Access-A-Ride early or late arrivals. However, for those with private transportation, If we need to provide additional staff time to accommodate early drop offs or late pick ups, we will charge additional fees. We appreciate your consideration.


To register email info@friendsofbroomfield.org or pay online here

Social

FRIENDS Night Out

Thursday, August 14th

5:30PM - 8:00PM $40


Farmers Market and Live Music at the Palisade Amphitheater


Tonight, we will visit Broomfield’s Farmers Market, newly located in one of Broomfield’s newest outdoor spaces, the Palisade Amphitheater.



We will explore the vendors and listen to the live music as we enjoy the evening.


Please arrive at FRIENDS by 5:30 pm and arrange for your ride home at 8:00 pm.


Please register by August 11th.



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Women's Night Out

Thursday, August 28th

6:00PM - 8:00PM $40


Fairy Gardens


Join us for an evening of fun and as we use our green thumbs to build Fairy Gardens to take home. As we layer each element, we will create a low maintenance self-contained fairy garden home that is as unique as the person who makes it.


Please eat dinner at home and join us at FRIENDS at 6:00 pm. Arrange for your ride home at 8:00 pm.


Please meet us at FRIENDS at 6:00 pm and arrange for your ride home at 8:00 pm.


Please register by Monday, August 25th




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FRIENDS Day Out

Saturday August 16th

10:00AM - 3:00PM $100


Shelby American Collection Museum


Today we will go to Boulder where we will make a visit to the Shelby American Car Collection. This museum is dedicated to Caroll Shelby and the Shelby American Team and is packed full of Ford GTs, Coupes, Cobras, and of course Shelby Mustangs.


After enjoying the museum will go to a nearby restaurant for lunch. Please Meet us at Friends at 10:00 am and arrange for you ride home at 3:00 pm.


Please register by Monday, August 11th


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MEN'S Night Out

Thursday, August 28th

5:30PM - 8:00PM $40


Birding with Master Birder, Jessica Colby


Join FRIENDS of Broomfield for a birding adventure!


Tonight, we will go to the Majestic View Nature Center where Master Birder Jessica Colby will share her expertise with us about all things birds!


Please meet us at FRIENDS at 5:30 pm and arrange for your ride home at 8:00 pm.



Please register by Monday, August 25th



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Travel

2025 Travel Catalog

Do You Like To Travel?

FRIENDS of Broomfield is looking for Independent Contractors to accompany adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities on their vacations and provide the care and support needed to positively enhance their travel experiences.


FRIENDS of Broomfield has trips scheduled monthly. We plan each trip with tours, activities, and unique experiences in every location. We offer:

  • Day trips to activities and events around the Denver Metro area.
  • Enhanced weekend trips: 1-to-3-day trips around Colorado and surrounding states.
  • Extended trips: 5-to-7-day trips throughout the United States.


Independent Contractors assist FRIENDS with transportation during the trip, social and community interactions, finances, medication administration, personal care, supervision during planned activities, and other duties as assigned.


In addition to a daily stipend, Independent Contractors’ travel expenses are covered. This includes airfare, meals, lodging, and all activity costs.

Independent Contractor qualifications include:

  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Travel experience.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to quickly adapt to different situations.
  • Capability to handle emergencies while maintaining the safety and well-being of the group.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
  • QMAP certification.
  • Physical requirements include the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force; physical condition to enable walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; stamina to be on your feet and active for full days; and the ability to speak or exchange information in an audible manner.
  • Pass a background check


To learn more about becoming an Independent Contractor with FRIENDS please contact Jen King at (303) 404-0123 or jking@friendsofbroomfield.org

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