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About Us

Founding Story

The Story Behind We've Got Friends

Hi! I'm Candi Carter, broadcast executive and television talk show producer, proud wife, and mother of two wonderful children. My journey began when I realized that kids, specifically teenagers like my son Emerson, face a unique challenge – they often have no friends to call their own. Emerson, a teenager with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), couldn't simply join in on activities like other kids. Instead, he would typically accompany us or his sister to her events.

 

Moved by the desire to create a space where teens like Emerson could experience the joys of friendship, I set out to connect with other parents who shared a similar journey. This quest led me to a vision: a place where these incredible teens could come together, just like their peers, and enjoy life's simple pleasures – sharing pizza, grooving to music, dancing, playing, and so much more.

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The result? A heartwarming initiative called: We’ve Got Friends (WGF)

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Our gatherings have brought boundless happiness into the lives of these remarkable young individuals, providing them with a social circle they can truly call their own. While it might seem like a simple concept to some, WGF has an enormous impact on the participants and their families.

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Join us on this heartwarming journey of inclusion. Together, we are making friendship and connection accessible for everyone!

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Candi Carter

Founder & President

Emerson

Emerson Carter

Candi's Son

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