RFK Community Alliance

10/21/2025

From navigating the mega maze to navigating her goals—Eve’s new role at Davis Farmland is a huge win. 🚗💼 A job + her own car = more choice, more independence, more joy. Your RFKCA Adult Services team is so proud of you, Eve!

To learn more about our Adult Services programs (day, day vocational, and residential), visit https://bit.ly/42dkCJO

10/19/2025

Our team at RFK Community Alliance hosted a Family Paint Night for our Doctor Franklin Perkins School residents, their families, and their staff to enjoy a night of creativity, laughter, and connection during our Family Paint Night. Events like these highlight our belief that community and belonging are key to student success - both inside and outside the classroom.

The Doctor Franklin Perkins School provides a supportive, therapeutic educational environment for students with complex needs, where families are essential partners in the journey. 💙

👉 Learn more about our school here:
https://www.rfkcommunity.org/our-services/doctor-franklin-perkins-school

10/17/2025

We are mourning the loss of Judge Leslie Harris — a longtime Trustee, dear friend, and tireless champion for justice and opportunity.

Throughout his extraordinary career, as a youth worker, teacher, probation officer, public defender, juvenile prosecutor, and Juvenile Court Judge, Judge Harris never lost sight of the humanity in every child and family who stood before him. He believed deeply that justice must be rooted in compassion and that every young person deserves to be seen, heard, and given the chance to thrive.

His belief in our Detention Diversion Advocacy Program (DDAP) transformed lives and strengthened our mission. His influence will live on in the lives he changed and the work he inspired. 💙

Judge Harris will be dearly missed by our RFKCA family. His legacy, rooted in love and compassion, will continue to live on through our mission and core values.

To honor his extraordinary life and legacy, we have established The Honorable Leslie E. Harris Memorial Fund for Juvenile Justice, a tribute to his vision, his values, and his lifelong commitment. This fund will support programs that keep young people connected to opportunity, family, and brighter futures — just as he championed throughout his life.

To donate: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/thlehmffjj/

10/15/2025

Our Community Services' teams recently gathered for a regional meeting, and an even more meaningful celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

We shared food, stories, traditions, and painted handcrafted Ofrenda art thanks to Talia, honoring the beauty and depth of Hispanic culture and the emphasis on connection that inspires our work every day.

At RFK Community Alliance, we believe that celebrating culture is essential to building inclusive communities and delivering truly person-centered care.

📌 Want to learn more about how we support youth, adults, and families across Massachusetts?
👉 Explore our services here: https://www.rfkcommunity.org/about-us/our-services

10/11/2025

Because supporting our Adult participants in learning employment skills is more than just interview prep—it’s hands-on learning, teamwork, and moments of pure joy. Huge smiles in cooking group this past week! 🥗✨

To see more about our Adult Services programs (day, day vocational, and residential), visit https://bit.ly/42dkCJO

10/08/2025

We're hiring clinicians and psychotherapists in Lancaster & Middleton, MA (Pay: $65–$79k + $5k sign-on bonus)

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact every day? Join us in supporting youth with complex challenges—help them build brighter futures.

💥 Help kids change their lives
🧠 Expand your skills
💪 Be part of a mission-driven, trauma-informed team
🌱 Enjoy excellent benefits and support

Apply now and start making a difference!

Lancaster
📍Clinical Coordinator/Don Watson Academy: https://bit.ly/4mUpgFe
📍Psychotherapist/Center for Behavioral Health: https://bit.ly/3WqL9RQ
📍Residential Clinician: https://bit.ly/3KEM26N

Middleton
📍Clinician/Secure Treatment: https://bit.ly/4nFjNDo

At RFK Community Alliance, we’re more than just your employer. We’re a community of people helping people and colleagues supporting each other.

10/07/2025

It was wonderful to be at the Horseshed Fair this weekend! We were thrilled to reconnect with longtime friends, make new ones, and share our mission with the community.

Thank you, Lancaster, for your support and for being such a welcoming community; we’re proud to have been part of this town for so many years.

10/06/2025

Book Fair fun during our Open House at Don Watson Academy.

Thanks to a generous donation from Up with Books, students got to pick out books that sparked their interest and take them home to keep the reading going.

To learn more about Don Watson Academy, visit https://www.rfkcommunity.org/our-services/don-watson-academy

10/03/2025

We'll be at the Horseshed Fair in Lancaster this Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM!

Stop by, say hello, guess how many starburst in our jar, and play a game with us, all while enjoying the rest of the fair fun. We can’t wait to see you there!

10/01/2025

At RFKCA, our staff are the heart of everything we do ❤️ Ensuring they feel supported, valued, and appreciated isn’t just a goal—it’s a core part of our culture. Thank you to our incredible team for the passion and dedication you bring every day!

09/29/2025

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉 Honoring the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities today and every day.

09/27/2025

Recently, our students from Don Watson Academy celebrated Constitution Day by learning about the foundations of our government—and putting democracy into action! The day wrapped up with inspiring speeches from our Student Senate candidates. Future leaders in the making!

Learn more about Don Watson Academy here: https://www.rfkcommunity.org/our-services/don-watson-academy