Friends Like Me
Friends Like Me is a program of The Arc San Francisco that seeks to alleviate the social isolation of adults with autism and developmental disabilities through fun recreational activities and games that encourage friendship, conversation and healthy socialization.
Open to clients of The Arc and their peers in the community, the program operates a full schedule of classes, group board and Wii games, pool competitions, movie nights, weekly dining club get-togethers, drama workshops, a snack bar and more.
For more information about Friends Like Me, or to learn more about participating or volunteering, contact Lance Scott, Director of Arts, Recreation and Socialization at (415) 255-7200 x156, or email a message to lscott@thearcsf.org .
Hours and Schedule
Participants must sign up ahead of time for all activities. Friends Like Me currently operates weekly (except holidays) as follows:'
Monday Game Night: 5:30-7:30pm Wii, ping-pong, pool, air hockey, board and card games, snacks for sale
Monday Dinner Group: 5:30pm-7:30pm (call for reservations)
Tuesday Game Afternoon: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Drama/Theatre Workshop: Wednesday 3:00pm - 5:00pm: (Spring semester is February 24 -ends May 25, 2017)
We Gotta Dance, Dance Party: 6:00pm-8:00pm Every 3rd Friday of the Month
Movie Night: Wednesday 5:30pm-7:30pm
For more information about Friends Like Me, or to learn more about participating or volunteering, contact Lance Scott, Director of Arts, Recreation and Socialization at (415) 255-7200 x156, or email a message to lscott@thearcsf.org.