2016 Annual Report

Founded in 1969

A Continuum of Care

• Launched Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder, as well as their families, to pursue their personal potential and success in their homes and communities.

• Successfully completed renovations on the South Campus in New Bedford, and exceeded the campaign goal by raising $535,000.

• Improved clinical support for current children, adults, and families.

• Complete a new three-year Strategic Plan and begin its implementation.

• Complete the construction of new administrative offices in Foxboro to adapt to the tremendous growth experienced in the past ten years.

• Attain the highest level of accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitative Facilities with a three-year accreditation.

• Roll out a new and freshly-designed website to help families easily find resources to meet their needs.

Dear Friends,

I am very proud of the great work Kennedy-Donovan Center is doing in the community. We have continued to grow through the years and are now providing support to more than 6,500 children, adults, and families. Fiscal Year 2016 was a year of growth in people we support, launching new programs, and celebrations, which you can read about in the following pages.

The continuum of care that KDC provides people with developmental delays, disabilities, or family challenges to reach their potential and success in the community, makes a lasting impact on those we serve. The successes of this past year are impressive, and the future is bright, as we continue to strive for excellence.

Our circle of friends continues to grow, and we depend on you to help continue our mission and fill gaps in services needed for our families. We couldn’t do this work without you.

We are grateful for your support, and honored to have your trust in what we do to improve the lives of those we touch everyday.

Sincerely,

Aubrey MacfarlanePresident & CEO

P.S. Please consider making a gift to Kennedy-Donovan Center today by visiting kdc.org. Thank you.

32What We Accomplished in fy2016

Our Goals for fy2017

Kennedy-Donovan Center

supports people with

developmental delays, disabilities,

or family challenges to pursue

their personal potential and

success in the community.

We provide a wide range

of effective supports to individuals

and families through prevention,

advocacy, and intervention

services that are person-centered,

innovative, and compassionate.

Our Mission

Our Board of Directors

David Boucher, Chair5 Capital Management

Ronald Carlstrom III, Vice ChairReel Big Media

Robert Panessiti, TreasurerUBS Financial Services

Anthony Karamas, ClerkFidelity Investments

Kelly CourtneyPipeline Management

Kelly DiPersioAlumna Parent

Deborah FelixThe TJX Companies

Patricia FortsHarvard Pilgrim Health Care

Richard HarwoodBaystate Financial Group

Joseph HulbigProvidence College

Bradford PineaultFidelity Investments

Aubrey MacfarlanePresident/CEO, ex officio(official as of 10/15)

Autism Spectrum Disorder is the fastest grow-ing developmental challenge in the country, and research shows that this increase is only partly explained by improved diagnosis and awareness. Early intervention for children is essential to minimize the impact of their challenges from childhood into adulthood. Many individuals need assistance developing social and communication skills.

Kennedy-Donovan Center has always provided services to individuals with Autism. In 2016 we launched our Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) program providing these services through insurance reimbursement. ABA is an effective treatment for children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our mission has always been to fill gaps in services for those we support. We found that families were waiting anywhere from six months to a year or more to receive services to help their children, and launched the program to answer the call from the community.

The program provides support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as their families, to pursue their personal potential and success in their homes and the community. Individuals of all ages receive customized services using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, which has been scientifically proven to be effective in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Initially, each individual receives a comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Skills Assessment by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Based

on the results of our evaluation, all individuals receive customized behavior and/or skills programming to meet their unique needs and support their families.

Families are grateful for our newest program and they have seen changes in their children with the help of ABA support. The staff not only works with the child, but with the entire family unit. As parent Phyllis said, “ABA isn’t something we take out to do, and then put away. It is always present, it’s how I communicate with Jordan, and it’s how he communicates with everyone else around him.”

Our 2016Circle of Friends

Donor List July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016

FY 2016Financials

CHAMPION’S CIRCLE $10,000 and AboveL.G. Balfour FoundationBristol County Savings FoundationHenry H. Crapo FoundationThe Kamp Construction Company, Paul and Kim RodriguesLeonard & Hilda Kaplan Charitable FoundationTom and Jill TrippPeter and Elizabeth C. Tower Foundation

ADVOCATE’S CIRCLE$5,000 to $9,999 Edward Bangs Kelley and Elza Kelley FoundationRoy T. Morgan FoundationHawthorn Medical CenterIneoQuest Technologies, Inc.Middlesex Savings Bank Charitable FoundationRodman for Kids, Don RodmanWebster Bank

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE$2,500 to $4,999Ida Ballou Littlefield Memorial FundBarry’s Fine Wine & Spirits, Inc.Brown & Welsh LLCCHNA 6CJ’s Spring Swing, Sean and Sandra BuckleyVictor and Anna DaCunhaRich and Diana HarwoodJoe and Tara Hulbig

L. Knife & SonAubrey MacfarlaneMansfield BankRobert Panessiti*J.C. and Chassey PanioBrad and Maeghann PineaultTelamon Insurance NetworkThe TJX Companies, Inc.TribalVisionR. P. Valois & Company

LEADER’S CIRCLE$1,500 to $2,499Amica Companies FoundationBowdoin Construction CorporationRay and Ann Buono*Ted Carr and Tanya BodellKristin CarvalhoKelly DiPersioEast Coast Benefit PlansThe Ferreira GroupStanley M. Goldstein Memorial FundGreater New Bedford Community Health CenterJMBA & ArchitectsRobert and Mary KempKenneth MacfarlaneNopper Marine & FriendsRotary Club of FoxboroStephen and Jill SanfordSensata TechnologiesEdwin S. Soforenko FoundationSouth Shore Playhouse AssociatesTechnical Support International, Inc.

PATRON’S CIRCLE$500 to $1,499 Acushnet CompanyAdvance Air and Heat CompanyAlpha Pension GroupAndrew and Judy BeiseBlue Cross Blue Shield of MassachusettsRick BornsteinDave and Kim BoucherBoucher & Heureux, Inc.Boy Scout Troop One, HanoverBrown & Brown of MassachusettsCape Cod Conference for WomenMark DumasEARS to You Fund - Disney, Scott and Donna PentoneyEvening Divisions Past Presidents ClubDaniel and Cheryl FarleyKate FontanaJeff and Tris FortsJoan Gallivan, Esq.Justin and Melissa GoldenHarvard Pilgrim Health CareTimothy and Toni HarveyHeidrea Communications, LLCAnthony M. KaramasJohn and Kathy KoronaMark and Danielle LudwigMichael LunneyMayer Hoffman McCann P.C./CBIZEdward MayhewBob and Shelagh McGowan

Other Income

Private Contributions

Private Pay

Medicaid/Third Party Billing

Government Contracts

Fundraising/Public Relations

General and Administration

Education Services

Children and Family Services

Adult and Foster Care Services

Where the Money Comes From

Where the Money is Spent

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In Fiscal Year 2016, our combined administrative and fund-raising costs accounted for 10.5% of the total, with almost ninety cents of every dollar going directly to programs and services.

PARTNER’S CIRCLE$200 to $499James ArgentinaArtistic Auto Body and Auto SalesPaul AshtonBay Colony Group, Inc.William BenfordSherry Bonner and Monica M. QuinnPaul BuonoFrank BusnengoPaul and Stephanie Camille

Barbara MercorelliTim and Sara MulcahyOgletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, PCPlymouth Rotary Charitable FundPuritan Cape CodRobert Commercial ConstructionRotary Club of MansfieldMike and Lisa SmithSouthbridge Savings BankSpectra EnergyShelley J. StarrTop Tier Site Development Corp.Ultimate SoftwareUnited LensVendetti MotorsStephen and Terry WaiteEd and Erin WalterWB MasonWells Fargo FoundationIrwin Yanowitz and Ellen Role

DID YOU KNOW?1 in 68 individuals have some formof autism.

Autism costs a family $60,000 annually.

In the next ten years, half a million people on the spectrum will reach adulthood.

81% of adults with autism are unable to live without the support of others.

Applied Behavior Analysis Program (ABA)

Phyllis with son, Jordan

76Ron and Marcy CarlstromCasey Law OfficesJohn and Jean ConnersDan and Tracy ConradPhyllis CookMichael and Glenda CordeiraDenkev, Inc.Glaser Glass, Inc.Bill and Ellen GoodchildLew and Rem GordonHB Welding Inc.Hemlock LandscapingJohn and Kim LiarikosLower Cape Codders Youth HockeyDavid and Joyce McDonnellGeorge MorrisonNeighborhood Auto ServiceSusan E. O’SheaJennifer PavaoProfessional Firefighters of AttleboroQuattrucci Construction ServicesSenator Richard RossRobert and Denise RussellJim and Peggy SchafferShiretown Glass & Aluminum, Inc.Chris and Jacqui SouzaThomas SpordoneSurprenant & Beneski, PCJerry and Carrie ToppaWilliam B. VernonDavid VirgilioFred and Karen WarcholWrentham Lions Club

FRIEND’S CIRCLE$1 to $199 Brent and Wendy AdlerAnthony and Ma Christina AdranedaJohn and Erica AfonsoLinda Allen BrownDavid Alves, New Bedford City CouncilmanRobert and Cabrina AndersonFrank P. AndradeIshtar S. ArcherKevin and Stephanie AvilaB4 PrintingDustin and Sarah BakerHelen BalboniBank FiveMaria Oliveira BarbosaBemis Farms NurseryArthur and Jena BennettJason BergeronScott and Heather BienzSara Bilodeau-TondorfBJ’s Charitable FoundationRoger and Marian BoissonneauEdgar H. BristolAndrew and Amy BuckmanRichard and Patricia Butler Capeway Roofing Systems, Inc.Suzanne and Cappy CapozzoliCardoso’s Contracting, Inc.Patrick and Fallon CareyStephen and Michelle CarneyCarousel Family Fun CenterCasey Law Offices

Katherine CassidyFayzuly CastilloCharles S. Ashley & Sons, Inc.Ken and Paula CieplikeAnne Cimon and Ron PellowJose and Elizabeth ClavellKatherine M. ClouthierAmy CoganJoseph and Nancy CollinsCollins Smith & O’Connor, LLPStephen and Meghan CoreyCormier JewelersGina M. CorriveauBruce and Carolyn CoughlinMaureen L. CreasiaCurry CollegeBetty J. CusackD.G. Ranieri Real EstateGreg and Carole DarrahMatthew and Allison DaubertMark and Margaret DavisPeter and Katie DawidowAllen and Maureen DeckerFrank and Mary D’ErcolePaul and Kathleen DionJoseph and Kathy DiSabatoAndrew and Karen DobbinsHenry and Heather DonovanBenjamin DowlingShari Kaye DuckworthE.W. Drew, Inc.Eagle Stainless TubeEastern Massachusetts HawksDaniel EdmistonPatricia Fairchild

Fairhaven Firefighters AssociationAndrew and Patricia FinkFirst Congregational ChurchAlbert and Cynthia FoxRobert FrancisDiana V. GarciaRebecca GardnerLorraine R. GarvinMike and Kim GattoniLaurie GoldbergRobert and Joanne HaggertyDiane HaleyHanover Police Relief AssociationRabbi and Mrs. Barry HartmanJames and Janice HarveyRepresentative Paul HerouxHingham MA Patrolmans Association #70Michael HoganRobert HolderHoliday Bakery Inc.Homestead Realty GroupThelma JanockJose Castelo Insurance AgencyDaniel and Jane JoyceRepresentative Louis KafkaKnights of Columbus 5108Ronald Koback, Esq.Rajesh KulandesuMichelle LampaLang, Xifaras & BullardSamuel LeeGeorge and Rosamond LeonardJoseph LorussoJennifer A. Martin

Robert and Deb MayhewErica McCaffreyDorothy McCarthyCorinne A. McCarthyJim and Marion McGuireFrancis and Pamela McIntyreAnn MeadeColleen A. MedeirosAlicia MedeirosRobert and Carol MercerElizabeth A. MorseHonorable Richard T. MosesRepresentative Mathew MuratoreFrancis and Margaret MurphyNamasky-Zammito Insurance AgencyNeves Bus CompanyNew Bedford Rifle and Revolver ClubLawrence and Eness NigroPeter and Karyn NormanKevin and Nicole NoyesBill and Susan O’DonnellTimothy OleanJoyce OrmondeMicaella PanessitiJason and Rebecca PaynichRobert and Carol PeechaGerald and Maureen PepinThomas and Michele PereiraPlymouth Rehab & HCCBob and Louise PoirierPrimus ElectronicsPrince Henry SocietyPT Pet Supply & Grooming

As we share our accomplishments in fiscal year 2016, we would also like to recognize our dedicated staff. Each year, Kennedy-Donovan Center holds a Staff Appreciation event where we gather in a relaxed, stress-free environment to build closer bonds with one another. During that gathering, four awards are presented to employees nominated by their peers. The following awards were presented at this year’s event.

LUELLA’S LEGACY AWARDPresented to an employee who is dedicated to KDC’s vision of inclusive and individualized services, has compassion for others, and a passion for life-long learning.

Dennis Carchedi, Senior Director, Early Intervention & Healthy Families

LEADERSHIP AWARDPresented to someone who serves as a role model through positive interactions with others, strong stewardship of institutional resources, and a demonstration of high standards of performance, integrity, and ethical conduct.

Michael Barthel, Contracts Accountant

ROOKIE OF THE YEARPresented to a new employee who adapted well to the work environment, became an integrated part of their department, is self-motivated, and brings a fresh prospective to their position/department.

Brittany Machado, Foster Care Mentor, New Bedford

We all have dreams, and that dream for five women in one of Kennedy- Donovan Center’s residential programs was a Disney World vacation. Their goal was to raise $5,000 for that dream vacation, and did it by pooling their talents, and selling the unique items created. With their own inspiring stories and a unique eye for art, these women collectively designed and created greeting cards, vases, key chains, paintings, tiled coasters, holiday ornaments, and much more. The items were sold at conferences, craft shows, holiday bazaars, and other fundraising events under the business they call Dream Designs.

Dream Designs became the business collaboration of six women: Katie, Karen, Jamie, Karla, Ellen, and Jennifer. Although Jennifer passed away before their trip, the others kept her spirit alive throughout their efforts to realize their Disney vacation in her memory. The business experience not only helped them pursue their dream, but also helped them develop socialization skills and reveal talents they didn’t know they had. The house manager who watched each of them grow remarked, “Jamie could sell water to a whale now! Karen is outspoken and works on money skills. Karla took amazing photos and her self-esteem grew in selling them. Katie loved clay bead and vase making, and was so proud to tell everyone she made these items. And, Ellen was able to share her energy and encourage the others to continue working hard.”

They had a wonderful vacation and have memories to treasure for a lifetime. The lesson learned: always believe, no matter how big or small your dream.

SPIRIT AWARD (team)Presented to a team of employees who consis-tently motivate and encourage others to do their best, promote positive morale through their own behavior, and foster an environment of inclusion.

Heather Alden, Shared Living/AFC Program Supervisor, Cape Cod

Jessica Holt-Bridgewater, Family Support Coordinator, Cape Cod

We are deeply grateful for all of our dedicated, professional, and compassionate employees. They keep the legacy of our founder, Luella Hennessey Donovan in the forefront.

Annual Staff Appreciation Event

Realizing a Dream

Dennis Carchedi accepts the Luella’s Legacy Award from KDC President and CEO, Aubrey MacFarlane.

Staff from our New Bedford program enjoying the evening’s festivities.

GIFTS MADE IN HONOR In honor of Peter Abraham Richard AbrahamIn honor of Patrice D’Amelio Robert J. D’AmelioIn honor of Hannah Decastro Lauren DecastroIn honor of Nicholas DiPanfilo Constance DiPanfiloIn honor of Ellen Gallagher Rose GallagherIn honor of Ellie Gartzke Arno Gartzke Donna Tiner

In honor of Holly, Rick, and Andrew Irwin Alan and Sheila RainfordIn honor of Conrad Klarwasser Elisabeth T. KlarwasserIn honor of Bryce Laplante Ed and Alyssa LaplanteIn honor of Kate Leary Tom and Pat LearyIn honor of Joan Long Reverend & Mrs. Edwin H. LarsonIn honor of Benjamin Mandile Kenneth and Diane MandileIn honor of Kim Nieratko Jim and Carol CillisIn honor of KDC’s Plymouth Early Intervention Program James F. RonemusIn honor of Residents of St. Mary Health Care Center St. Mary Health Care CenterIn honor of Zach and Elliot Withers Steve and Ruthanne WithersIn honor of Jack Wiza Robert Carlson

GIFTS MADE IN MEMORYIn memory of Sam Berns Star PetroleumIn memory of Ruth Braden Marilyn RigginsIn memory of Claire Brady Marian J. Bernstein Confraternity of Penitents Elizabeth O’Meara Nelson and Nancy Resende Robert and Judith SternsIn memory of Darren-Stephen Carleton Sharon A. GunnIn memory of Maria Caruso Julia Thornton

In memory of Charles Cherry Paula W. Baerson Brodney Gallery of Fine Arts Glenn A. Chandler Brenda A. Fennessey John and Carol Godfrey Deb Reich Paul B. Shutt Shields RX David and Pam Silva Claire A. Stanton Robert P. TurnanIn memory of Jean V. Clarke Joel and Martha GreenIn memory of Herman Conway Brian and Tina ConwayIn memory of Kim Dergerstrom David and Kathy Hibson Patricia Light Susan Phenjx John Vaillancourt RealtorsIn memory of Michael J. and John P. Donovan Jo-Ann D. ColeIn memory of Robert Donovan William and Nancy ChandlerIn memory of Kathleen Vines Dunkin Barbara Paras-Zoino John and Marion ZoinoIn memory of Daniel J. Fern Frances Fern and FamilyIn memory of Pat and Mary Garro Stephen J. GarroIn memory of Michael J. Gomes Joseph and Josephine GomesIn memory of Lynn Goodchild Bill and Ellen Goodchild Donna C. Noll Clyde and Sandy Nunes

Jeff and Kendra ReadMichael RegnierChristine ReillyPaul and Diana ReynaMegan RichCatherine RichardsonStephen and Anne Marie RiversKen and Karen RobertsAdelia RodriguesChristopher and Pam RomaineWilliam and Christine RosperichRotary Club of SouthbridgeMary C. RoyRuas West End Pizzeria, Inc.Fred and Joanne RysMary SarrisSchott North America, Inc.Katharine ShapleighJohn and Linda SheehanElaine ShorePatricia Siegel-FinleySigns By TomorrowDouglas and Eileen SloneDaniel E. SmallBrian and Amy SmithSouthbridge Police AssociationSouthbridge Tool & ManufacturingBrooke SouzaSS Service CorporationStefani Plumbing & HeatingStephco Cleaning Systems, Inc.Darlene SullivanSullivan, Williams & QuintinSynivate, Inc.T.G. Mayer & Company, P.C.William and Theresa TaksarFrancis and Regina TateMartin and Joan TaubmanAnn TaylorAnne M. TetreaultJoan Thomas-MelloTichon Seafood Corporation

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It was nearly fifty years ago that Luella Hennessy Donovan, a private nurse for Joseph and Rose Kennedy, founded Kennedy-Donovan Center. Mrs. Donovan was inspired by her work to open one of the first community-based educational and therapeutic programs for young children. A generous three-year grant from the Joseph P. Kennedy Foundation made her dream possible.

Today, we continue to depend on the generosity of the community to help us continue our mission. Support from family and corporate foundations is extremely important because it allows us to develop new programs, and fill service gaps in the community.

We’ve received funding from many foundations, but would like to acknowledge two in particular: long-time supporter, Mansfield Bank, and one of our newest supporters, the Roy T. Morgan Foundation.

Mansfield Bank has been a generous supporter for over twenty years, and we are deeply grateful for their continued commitment. There are a number of ways in which they have supported our programs and their foundation has been a wonderful funding source for our Greater Attleboro Program Center. Their grant funding has allowed us to develop our autism services program, support our “More Than Words” and “KDC Therapies” pilot program, and provide new equipment, furnishings, and supplies. The focus of their charitable giving is to support the well-being of families, youth, and seniors living in our communities, and we are grateful to partner with them to enhance programs for those in need.

The support received from Rhode Island-based Roy T. Morgan Foundation has been growing steadily. Our Special Education School in New Bedford, the New Bedford Early Intervention program, and our Greater Attleboro Program Center have benefited from their support. The funding has enabled us to renovate the Early Intervention child group room at our New Bedford campus, provided speech and language equipment, and gate trainers for children in early intervention. They have visited our programs and understand the importance of giving back to the community and providing services that families would not receive otherwise.

All foundations who donated to KDC can be found throughout our 2016 Circle of Friends Donor List beginning on page five. Their commitment is just as important as that first grant received in 1969 from the Joseph P. Kennedy Foundation.

Our Growing Foundation Support

Left to right: Mansfield Bank employees, Assistant Vice President Jan Parker and Vice President Daniel Conrad; KDC President/CEO Aubrey Macfarlane; Former Clinical Director at KDC, Susan O’Shea; and Mansfield Bank Executive Assistant Kirsten Budwey.

Left to right: Margaret Boles Fitzgerald, Trustee at the Roy T. Morgan Foundation;Aubrey Macfarlane, KDC President/CEO; and Laura Farley, Program Director of the New Bedford Early Intervention Program.

86Anne TougasWilliam and Linda TraversThomas E. Tuttle Post 7239 VFWEthel TzizikDr. and Mrs. Joseph VenezianoViveiros FarmsBrendan and Brighid WallWareham Nurse-Midwives, PCMark and Cathie WeberPeter and Roxanne WhalenWoodhouse ShopWalter and Elizabeth WrightGregory and Marina WurlEdward and Barbara Yablonski

* Matching Gifts CorporationsPepsico FoundationUBS

IN-KIND DONATIONSWe regret that space limits our ability to list all our in-kind donors. Please know that every donation is greatly appreciated.Commercial Yarmouth Nominee TrustDorel Juvenile Group Enos Home Oxygen TherapyProvident Healthcare Partners

In memory of Jennifer Hinkle Jason Hinkle Dick and Fran PasslerIn memory of Lauren Kersey Van and Roberta RitterIn memory of Michael Brian Kupstas Norman and Dorothy RobidaIn memory of Elias Lopes Antone and Stella SantosIn memory of Betsy MacLeod Norman and Janet MacLeodIn memory of Victoria Manchester George and Kathryn ManchesterIn memory of Janice and Delores (Dolly) Mayhew Debbie and Ron FelixIn memory of Lucille Pelletier William and Elaine ShermanIn memory of Lillian T. Picchi John W. PicchiIn memory of Tim Safe Linda SafeIn memory of Yolanda Sarrocco Dante and Toshi SarroccoIn memory of Viktor Schmidt, Sr. Gene A. Cummings John and Susan SchmidtIn memory of Frances Schoorens June DobsonIn memory of Shirley Yanowitz Irwin Yanowitz and Ellen RoleIn memory of Jill Zuromski Steven and Vicki ZuromskiWe make every effort to ensure the accuracy of our donor list and apologize for any errors. Please bring any omissions or incorrect information to our attention at 508-772-1216 or mbarbosa@kdc.org.

According to the 2016 Satisfaction Survey Summary Report to the Board of Directors, the following programs received 95% or higher overall satisfaction.

ADULT & RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS

Day Habilitation provides a daily, comprehensive program of therapies, developmental skills training, medical oversight, and assistance with activities of daily living for adults with developmental disabilities in a supportive, caring environment.

Intensive Flexible Family Support provides short-term, intensive case management to families of a child or adult with developmental disabilities, who are in crisis and at risk of out-of-home placements for their children.

Shared Living provides support to adults with developmental disabilities through highly individualized living arrangements in the homes of trained caregivers.

Transitional Job Support helps individuals with disabilities find community-based employment that they enjoy and that is suited to their skills. Training and support are provided to both the employer and the employee, and ongoing communication ensures that job expectations are being met.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Early Intervention is certified by the Department of Public Health and provides services to young children (birth to 36 months) who have, or are at risk for, developmental delays. Kennedy-Donovan Center provides Early Intervention in four regions: Attleboro, New Bedford, Plymouth and Southbridge/Connecticut.

Healthy Families is a state-wide home-visitation program for first-time parents age 21 and under, that provides services from pregnancy through the child’s third birthday. The program is funded by the Children’s Trust of Massachusetts and provided by KDC out of two locations: Greater New Bedford and Greater Plymouth.

Intensive Foster Care serves infants through twenty-one years who generally have medical needs, developmental disabilities, or a history of abuse and neglect. For many, the goal is reunification with the birth parent(s). KDC works in partnership with other agencies, school departments, therapists, and medical staff to ensure that each child and foster parent is served by a comprehensive treatment team.

Lives in Forward Transition (LIFT) is a voluntary program for young adults age 18-22, who are transitioning from foster care to independence, and choose to continue living in a private home setting.

KDC Special Education School provides the highest quality services to students 3 through 21 who have autism, developmental delays, multiple disabilities, neurological disorders, physical disabilities, behavioral challenges, or who are medically fragile.

For a complete list of our programs and services, please visit kdc.org/services.

KDC Program Areas of Excellence

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From 2014 to 2016, Kennedy-Donovan Center embarked on a $500,000 capital campaign for the purchase and renovation of the historic New Bedford property at 385 County Street, across from our Special Education School, Early Inter-vention, and Day Habilitation programs. The new building was needed to accommodate the growth and development of KDC’s New Bedford programs.

The capital campaign was a tremendous success, exceeding the original goal by $35,000. We are deeply grateful for the incredible support from foundations, local businesses, staff, and the community that made this possible. The Grand Opening Reception was attended by over 100 supporters, and included elected officials, a representative from the Mayor’s office, families, providers, staff members, as well as donors who generously supported the project.

The County Street location serves a multitude of needs that include meeting and training facilities, programmatic space, administrative

offices, and additional room for the growth of new and existing programs. Our Foster Care and Families Services, and Healthy Families programs moved into their new space in April 2016. Since moving to the new facility, we’ve been able to provide space to support our families, offer staff trainings, and conduct events. We look forward to continuing to grow and improve the programs and services offered to our families throughout the Commonwealth.

Special thanks go to Campaign Chair, Ted Carr who was deeply committed to the success of the project. Ted has a deep connection to KDC; he is the great nephew of KDC founder Luella Hennessy Donovan, and recalls visiting New Bedford as a child to help his aunt with upkeep of the center on Hawthorn Street. It was a proud moment for him and the committee who worked so tirelessly to attain the goal.

New Bedford County Street Campaign

Above photo:Donors, board members, community represen-tatives, staff members, and individuals we serve at the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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