About

Have a friend. Be a friend

Welcome! We are The Encouragers. A team, willing and excited to be encouragers to those who need a friend. We would love to share life with individuals, whether it may be reading a book, playing a game, or receiving little gifts of encouragement. Or maybe someone might just need a safe place to talk. 


We love people and are willing to work with nursing homes, assisted-living rehab centers, and a multitude of other facilities.  We feel this is our calling in life and are excited to be a Friend.

The Encouragers

Mission

The mission of The Encouragers is to reduce loneliness and improve emotional well-being among seniors and vulnerable adults by offering trained, compassionate companionship through meaningful presence, conversation, and shared activities.


We do not provide medical care or counseling. We provide human connection.
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Vision

We exist to provide human connection, companionship, and presence to individuals who may feel forgotten, alone, or disconnected—whether they live in assisted living communities, nursing homes, hospice settings, or in their own homes.

Values

  • Christ-like Service
  • Humility
  • Compassion

Currently Serving Middle Tennessee


F.A.Q.

Yes

We currently serve the Middle Tennessee area.

We serve those who are 55+, though there could be some exceptions.

No.

No, we provide friendship, encouragement, and companionship, not medical, legal, or mental health services.

Anyone can request a visit. For the safety and privacy of those we serve, visits may be coordinated with the individual’s family, caregiver, or residential facility before they are scheduled. Toggle Content

Yes, if the family member goes through the proper channels. If currently in a facility and/or in the hands of a caregiver, all visits will be coordinated through them first.

30 minutes per week.

A typical visit may include friendly conversation, listening, reading together, playing a simple game, praying if requested, or simply being present with someone who needs companionship.  Every visit is centered on kindness, respect, and meaningful connection. 

Please call or email us via the contact information found on this website.  You will also find an application to volunteer or to request service under the Resource tab.

Absolutely.

Absolutely.

This website and Facebook.  

Please go to the Ministry Support page for ideas and to donate. (The donate button is coming soon.  Currently, please call or email to make a donation.

Yes.

Gifts for clients and will always love prayer.  Please visit our Ministry Support page for ideas and current needs/wants.

We focus on relationships, not just visits. Our volunteers invest time in building genuine friendships with those who are lonely or isolated, offering encouragement, compassion, and hope. As a faith-based nonprofit, we strive to be a consistent source of friendship and support, helping people feel seen, valued and connected.

You can partner with us by praying for our mission, our volunteers, and those we serve. If you or someone you know needs prayer, we welcome your prayer request. We consider it a privilege to pray for our community and trust God to bring comfort, strength, and hope.

Please visit our Ministry Support Page to find our current prayer requests and to submit prayer requests.