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RFK Community Alliance's name carries on the life and legacy of Robert F. Kennedy by helping children, adults, and families who face challenges and don't always have privilege or a voice. Today, our hearts are with the Kennedy family, and particularly Joe and Matt Kennedy, who carry on their grandfather’s legacy through serving as long-standing Trustees for RFK Community Alliance. Mrs. Kennedy was herself a strong and tireless advocate for social justice and a loving and committed mother and grandmother who did not let her husband’s untimely passing stand in the way of their shared passion for advocating for human rights. In fact, she dedicated her life to making others’ lives better and we are immensely grateful to her for that. A Tribute to Mrs. Kennedy, 1928-2024: https://wapo.st/3ZZn1sq Photo credit: Henry Griffin/AP

On World Mental Health Day, we come together to emphasize the global importance of mental health. At RFK Community Alliance, we are dedicated to providing evidence-based mental and behavioral health services, empowering individuals and families with essential resources for success. You're not alone on this journey! To learn more about our Center for Behavioral Health, visit: https://bit.ly/48drauO. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #RFKCommunityAlliance

Staff Spotlight on Juliet Ochoa, Program Coordinator for the Detention Diversion Advocacy Program in Hampden County. Juliet has been working for RFK Community Alliance since May 2010, starting as a Childcare Worker (CCW) at Tinkam Road, Boys Detention. Soon after, she became a Supervisor. With the experience she gained, Juliet was able to work at the South Hadley Girls Program, where she found herself wanting to support youth on a different level. That’s when the Youth Advocate position opened up for DDAP. As a Youth Advocate, Juliet worked closely with the Hampden County Juvenile Courts, supporting and encouraging our youth as they navigated difficult situations. She involved families and youth in therapy with outside resources, such as individual and family therapy, job searches, community service, and other support systems. Juliet followed through to ensure that the youth were abiding by their court conditions. Over time, she was promoted to Program Coordinator, gaining valuable experience and building many relationships within the community, including with judges, probation officers, defense attorneys, politicians, educators, parents, and family-engaged organizations. Juliet lives by the quote, "Where there is no struggle, there is no strength," by Oprah Winfrey. To learn more about DDAP, visit https://lnkd.in/e68nYZhe

🍂🎃 Fall vibes are in full swing! Our Adult Services had a blast at Red Apple Farm, picking pumpkins and soaking up the autumn fun. To learn more about our Adult Services, visit https://bit.ly/42dkCJO

Celebrate the Burton Family with us! https://bit.ly/3QSLESk We're excited to be honoring the Burton Family with an Embracing the Legacy award. The family has carried forward the remarkable legacy of Ron Burton Sr. - father, NFL player humanitarian- through their leadership of the Ron Burton Training Village (RBTV). Founded by Ron Sr. in 1985, the village provides young people from underserved communities with a space to develop their character, leadership, and academic skills, using physical training and spiritual guidance as core elements.  Together, the Burton Family continues to build on the foundation Ron Burton Sr. established and impact the lives of countless young people, empowering them to grow through character, discipline, and community.  To learn more about the Burton Family and save your spot at Embracing the Legacy, visit https://bit.ly/3QSLESk

A heartfelt thank you to the Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32, the Department of Public Health, and the Maximus Foundation, for their generous support of our Legacy Mentoring program! Your funding is crucial in helping us support 50 youth, children, and young women in Hampden and Berkshire Counties who are at risk of, or affected by, commercial sexual exploitation. Because of your contributions, we can offer these vital services at no cost to the community.

Our Adult Services wrapped up summer with an unforgettable party! From shooting hoops and tie-dying shirts to enjoying a delicious cookout and an ice cream truck, it was a day filled with fun and great memories! We can’t wait to see all they’ll accomplish for the rest of the year! To learn more about our Adult Services, visit https://bit.ly/42dkCJO

🎉 Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! At RFK Community Alliance, we proudly celebrate the rich cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans, especially our amazing staff members. To honor this special month, Don Watson Academy has created a bulletin board showcasing influential figures from the Hispanic and Latino community.

We are immensely grateful for our longstanding partnership with Rodman for Kids, which has enabled us to fund life-changing programs for nearly four decades. Here’s to the incredible journey we’ve shared!