Find Hope Franklin

08/13/2026

There’s a phrase circulating online: “kinda chic to ___” that reframes things people once felt embarrassed about as things worth doing.

Long before it was a trend, Franklin was already living it. Our community consistently ranks among the best places to live, and the reason isn’t the scenery, it’s the people. Neighbors who check in on neighbors. Friends who ask “how are you, really?”

But even here, loneliness exists. It doesn’t discriminate. And for many, the hardest part isn’t feeling it, it’s admitting it.

That’s the work behind Franklin Connects: real conversations, without stigma, so no one in our community carries that weight alone.

Take the first step:

•Take the 3-question loneliness quiz (link in bio)
•Explore ways to connect
•Help is a call away — 988

Trends fade. This community doesn’t.

08/07/2026

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07/15/2026

A pet can be your “social sidekick.” According to PAWS (Pets and Wellbeing Study), 54% of respondents say their pet has had a positive impact on their social life helping spark conversations, connections and even new friendships. Plus, 71% of pet owners say they’re more likely to get outside.

Whether it’s a dog walk that turns into a chat with a neighbor or a shared love of animals that brings people together, pets have a way of building community right here in Franklin.

Thinking about adding a furry friend to your family? Williamson County AC has plenty of pets waiting for their forever home.

Have a pet story that’s connected you to your neighbors? Share it with us!

07/08/2026

Connection is a skill and like any skill, it gets stronger with practice.

This week’s carousel walks through practical, doable steps to reduce loneliness for yourself and the people around you. Save this post and try one step today.

Struggling more than a small step can fix? You’re not alone! Reach out to a friend, a provider or the 988 crisis line.

07/02/2026

The numbers are hard to ignore, roughly half of U.S. adults report experiencing loneliness, with young adults among the most affected.

Loneliness doesn’t discriminate. But it does show up more often for certain people and recognizing that is the first step toward change.

That’s why we’re here. Belonging beats loneliness.

Learn more at franklinconnects.org

06/24/2026

Connection doesn’t have to be complicated.

This week, try one of these:

•Say hello to a neighbor you’ve never met.
•Text someone you haven’t talked to in a while.
•Show up to one local event, even if you go alone.

Small moves add up to a more connected Franklin.

06/20/2026

You can be surrounded by people and still feel deeply alone.

Loneliness isn’t always about being physically alone, it’s about feeling disconnected, unseen or lacking meaningful connection. And it’s more common than many people realize.

If you’ve been feeling isolated, take a moment to check in with yourself. Franklin Connects offers UCLA’s quick, 3-question loneliness assessment to help you better understand how connected you’re feeling. It takes less than a minute to complete.

Take the assessment today at franklinconnects.org and discover resources, opportunities and ways to build meaningful connections in our community.

06/18/2026

This morning, Mayor Ken Moore, and Amy Alexander, CEO of The Refuge Center spent time at Renasant on WAKM Radio 950 AM with Tom Lawrence to promote loneliness awareness week and the new Franklin Connects initiatives that will help to end loneliness in our community.

For more info, go to franklinconnects.org

06/17/2026

Belonging starts with connection. Whether it’s checking in on a friend, introducing yourself to someone new, or simply showing up for your community, small acts of connection can make a big difference.

At Franklin Connects, we’re working to reduce loneliness and strengthen belonging through education, awareness and meaningful community connections.

Learn more, get involved and discover resources at franklinconnects.org (link in bio)