Patricia Leseman
Co-Founder Highland Friendship Club
Co-Founder of Highland Friendship Club - celebrating our 24th anniversary!
My husband, Don, and I have 4 beautiful children ranging in ages 36 to 43! Our seconded oldest Michael has Fragile X. In 2002, loaded with determination, desperation and fire in our bellies, my good friend and fellow co-founder launched HFC. On the flip side of life I was as a Contracting Officer for the US Department of Housing and Urban Development from 1980 to 2012!
March 31, 2026
189 - Inclusion in Action: How Community Changes Lives with Rosemary & Patricia
In this episode of The Inclusive Dad podcast, host AAron welcomes Rosemary and Patricia, co-founders of the Highland Friendship Club, to share how a simple need turned into a life-changing community. What began as a small walking group grew into a thriving organization that provides meaningful social opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. They discuss the power of connection, the importance of belonging, and how inclusion goes beyond programs—it’s about relationships and ...
Guests: Rosemary Fagrelius, Patricia Leseman