Pioneers in designing innovative, person-centered solutions to social-sexual concerns for people with complex needs.
Rights-Based, Medically Accurate, Trauma-Informed, and Culturally Sensitive
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Safe, Healthy, Legal, and Situationally Appropriate
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Positive, Proactive, Preventative, and Person-Centered
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Rights-Based, Medically Accurate, Trauma-Informed, and Culturally Sensitive ~ Safe, Healthy, Legal, and Situationally Appropriate ~ Positive, Proactive, Preventative, and Person-Centered ~
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Jul. 2026 - Shanya had a meeting with another group in California to partner on providing consultation and training. And she’s preparing to present at the Youth IDD and Mental Health Summit.
Jun. 2026 - After presenting for the Oregon ECHO network, Shanya got an unexpected invitation to present for the Maryland ECHO network. The word is getting out!
May 22026 - We are excited to share that our contract to provide an extensive training series in California is very close to being finalized.
Apr. 2026 - Shanya was just invited to be a keynote speaker at the Supported Life Conference in Sacramento, California in October.
Mar. 2026 - Shanya and Cara are preparing for their 3rd annual co-owner’s retreat to work, play, and dream about what comes next for our agency. We’ll send you good vibes from the beach at Lincoln City, Oregon!
Feb. 2026 - We’re starting Tier 2 of the train-the-trainer program for 2026. Welcome to the newest cohort!!!
Jan. 2026 - Shanya has recorded two new videos aimed at helping organizations like yours attract and retain employees, prioritize self-determination, and improve peoples’ overall quality of life! You can find them in our tool market!
Here’s What’s Coming Up…
Nov. 2026 - We’ll be launching our new online training opportunities and several new tools for you to take advantage of! We’re also redesigning our registration processes to make them easier for all of you!
Hey Friends!
Here’s what’s happening…
Oct. 2026 - Shanya presented 4 in-person trainings in Port Angeles, WA and 2 in-person trainings and a keynote address in Sacramento, CA for the Supported Life Annual Conference! We also redesigned our logo for a more modern look. We hope you like it!!!
Sep. 2026 - Shanya has completed 3 out of the 7 training days we’re contracted for with Kern Regional Center in California. We’re thrilled to report that the feedback from participants is terrific!
Aug. 2026 - We announced our business restructure - with our Positive / Behavior Services Program becoming it’s own agency this fall. And Shanya got an invitation to provide a training on behalf of Iowa Health and Human Services!
Dear Case Management Entities,
With more than 15 years’ experience, we have tools to help you LEVEL UP your client services!
Home and Community Based Services
Self-Determination & Person-Centered
Supported Decision-Making
“I am excited to have conversations with individuals and their support teams around building a structure for healthy human needs!”
— Participant at the FACT Summit 2024
Pioneers in Person-Centered Social-Sexual Support Services
At Among Friends, we strive to provide valuable trainings and affordable tools and resources to support healthy relationships and healthy sexual development.
We have over 25+ training topics and 4 different product categories you can choose from to provide education, skill-building, and innovative strategies regarding these critical topics for someone you support!
