What is the Citizens Program?
The Citizens program matches an adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in a one to one friendship with a...
Who is involved in a Citizens buddy pair?
A buddy pair is made up of two people, but there are also support roles that are involved with each...
Who supports Citizen buddy pairs?
Citizen pairs are supported by a sponsor, a person who knows the buddy well and can serve as a support...
What is the commitment for Citizens?
Participants commit to being matched for a year, communicating on a weekly basis, and getting together 1-2 times a month....
How are Citizens matches made?
Matches are based on age, gender, location and similar interests.
What does the Citizens match process look like?
There are a few steps in order to be matched in the Citizens program. Membership Application – all participants (peer...
How long does it take for Citizens matches to be made?
Making the right match takes time; the matching process can take anywhere from a month to over a year. Approved...
How much does it cost to participate in Citizens?
Participants pay $15 to cover the cost of their background check. Once matched, participants cover their own expenses for one-to-one...