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We see possibility.

We champion peoples' strengths.

We help each person we work with to be connected, capable, and healthy.

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Help us Build Joyful Connections

Meet some of our Adult Services participants whose jobs take them to our Child Development Center to spread joy for everyone involved. Your donations support beautiful connections like these.

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Dr. Mills Named President and CEO

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Kathy Mills has been named President and CEO through June 2026 after leading as Interim President and CEO since April.

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Honoring Maureen McGlame, COASA

We're celebrating Maureen McGlame and her Children of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (COASA) program that has helped thousands of young people grow, heal, and break the cycle of addiction.

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End Dehumanizing Language

Will you take the pledge to end dehumanizing language and help create a world where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued?

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Reaccredited by COA

We achieved full reaccreditation from the Council on Accreditation (COA), a powerful validation of our high-quality services and standards.

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RFKCA at the WooSox

RFK Community Alliance is heading to the ballpark! Join us at Polar Park on June 19th for a WooSox game. $5 from every ticket sold benefits the organization.

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A Note from Dr. Kathy Mills

A hello and introduction from Dr. Kathy Mills, our Interim President and CEO. "I’ve always believed in the power of people in relationship with one another, the importance of communication, and creating space for people to lead, grow, and make great decisions."

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Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion, and Equity

Read more about our deep commitment. We are dedicated to working together to build capacity and change systems in order to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization.

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The Road Ahead: Our Strategic Plan

We are pleased to share a vision and roadmap for an RFK Community Alliance that is meeting more needs for more people facing challenges, while also providing well-resourced workplaces for our team members.

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Who We Are

Nurturing strengths, determination, and resilience

RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages from infants to seniors.

How do we do that? We empower people to set their own goals and provide opportunities to build the skills necessary to achieve them. We listen and encourage. We nurture strengths, determination, and resilience. And we continually innovate and evaluate to bring the best in care to those we serve.

people and family members served

mental health sessions provided

towns represented in our programs

residential program participants

school districts represented across 3 special education schools

Working for Well-Being

We partner with people and families facing challenges to find a way forward. How do we do that? We empower people to set their own goals and provide opportunities to build the skills necessary to achieve them. We listen and encourage. We nurture strengths, determination, and resilience. And we continually innovate and evaluate to bring the best in care to those we serve.

We also stand up for what's right and are purposeful in supporting our program participants and team members from all backgrounds. Learn more about our mission-driven approach to serving people, the theory of change that guides us across our work, and our commitment to diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity.

Our Programs and Services

RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency, we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages from infants to seniors.

Good can come out of these types of situations. Now I can say I’m a different person in a positive way. I believe in myself.

Sadenna

Detention Diversion Advocacy Program (DDAP)

I want to thank every staff member at the Lancaster RFK Campus, because you have taught me life skills that will help me in the future. It has really changed my life.

Jayden

Don Watson Academy

The culture is supportive and positive. And the fact that I can make a difference for students and families is the single defining reason I work here.

Teacher’s Assistant

Doctor Franklin Perkins School

The lasting guidance and confidence my daughter received from the staff is truly priceless. She now has a desire to achieve more in life and finds the grit to work through obstacles and unravel frustrations.

Parent

Doctor Franklin Perkins School

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Want to work with a leading human services agency that’s making a difference in people’s lives every day?

Our dedicated staff bring compassion, expertise, and a passion for helping individuals and families facing challenges. We know finding the right fit is important, and invite you to find out more about the range of programs and people we serve, our locations, and current job openings.

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