Founded in 1976 by Jane Herrberg and Joan Coleman, Parents and Friends, Inc. has been helping the mentally and physically disabled, as well as the elderly of La Porte County, for many years. Our goal is to encourage and enhance the total personal development, independence, and quality of life with caring, well coordinated community based support.
Located in La Porte, Indiana, Parents and Friends is promoting and preserving the independence of the elderly and disabled daily. We help over 70 individuals live an independent life through our services. With our Council on Aging program, we provide over 22,000 one-way trips annually through our door to door transportation for the elderly and disabled. Thus helping individuals arrive safely to their needed medical and/or other appointments. Parents and Friends is a vital part of serving the community. We give our clients dignity and present opportunities for physical, intellectual, social and emotional development. Our clients are our motivation.
Please take a moment to view this site to see how we can be of service to you or someone you love. Feel free to contact us with your questions and concerns.
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Our Annual Dinner is a celebration of completing another year of fulfilling the Parents and Friends Mission.
That mission, since 1976, has been to serve adults with intellectual disabilities and the senior population of La Porte County, Indiana. Read More...