What is The Valley Friendship Circle?
The Valley Friendship Circle is a non-profit organization that addresses the challenges facing the families of
children with special needs in a
novel and innovative way.
The program begins with the pairing of local teenagers with children for weekly "Friends at Home" visits, but hardly ends there. Through a full range of activities and events, the Friendship Circle creates its own special environment of friendship and love.
Why is our program unique?
The Friendship Circle's unique approach brings together teenage volunteers and children with special needs for hours of fun and friendship. These shared experiences empower children with special 
needs, while enriching the lives of everyone involved.
Children with special needs bloom and gain the confidence they need to make the most their abilities and talents.
Teenage volunteers learn the priceless value of giving, the curative power of friendship, and the vital importance of integrating children with special needs into our communities.
Parents and siblings receive much-needed respite and support from the Friendship Circle community, and all those who assist it.
The Friendship Circle links volunteers, children, parents, staff, and supporters in a seamless circle of friendship that makes miracles happen every day.
Valley Friendship Circle
The Valley Friendship Circle was founded in 2004 by Rabbi Yossi and Mrs. Chanie Baitelman. Today, there is a growing Friendship Circle community that includes children, families, volunteers and staff members. The Valley Friendship Circle offers numerous services and programs.
The Valley Friendship circle serves the entire San Fernando Valley and is a project of the Chabad Jewish Center of Studio City.
Read some of what Volunteers, Parents, and Families say about the VFC - Here...
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Experience Jewish holidays with other Friendship Circle families through meaningful activites, parties, dinners and programs.
