Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Children & Youth, Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Education, Foster Care, Human Services, Special Education

Mission: Kennedy-Donovan Center supports individuals and families with developmental disabilities and similar needs to reach their maximum potential and quality of life through advocacy and individualized services.

Target demographics: Kennedy-Donovan Center (KDC) is a non profit organization, founded in 1969 on the principle that all children and individuals have the right to participate and thrive in their community. Today, KDC serves nearly 5,000 infants, children, adults and families annually throughout eastern and south central Massachusetts. With a diverse and dedicated staff of 350 employees and 300 respite, home care providers and foster parents, KDC operates a range of program models from 8 community offices and 8 residences and offers in-home services to thousands of families in 150 communities.

Geographic areas served: eastern and south central Massachusetts

Programs: Adult services: provides support to individuals living in semi or independent situations, as well as families living with individuals with mental or development disabilities.

child and family services: therapeutic day and foster care programs providing services to families and their children who are developmentally delayed or at risk of delays.

education services: a day educational program which provides medical, therapeutic and educational services to improve self-care and social skills of children and adolescents with severe physical disabilities and/or mental retardation.