The Key Program Inc.

The Key Program Inc. The Key Program Inc., a nonprofit organization, was founded in 1974. (This is the official Facebook)

At Key we assist, inspire, motivate, and care for our 600+ youth and families daily. We are committed to meeting their individual needs by providing excellence in service delivery. These services include: family engagement, mentoring, safety, supervision, wellness, education, and much more. Without the dedication of our employees, donors, and volunteers, Key would not be able to offer these youth a new beginning.

The Key Program was honored to collaborate with the Neurofeedback Advocacy Project at the 37th Annual Boston Internation...
05/29/2026

The Key Program was honored to collaborate with the Neurofeedback Advocacy Project at the 37th Annual Boston International Trauma Conference.

Our workshop, “Science to Practice: Diverse Neuromodulation Approaches Across Community Practice Settings,” highlighted how The Key Program has implemented Infra-Low Frequency (ILF) Neurofeedback within both clinic and residential treatment settings using culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and accessible approaches.

Pictured left to right: Colette Melancon, Executive Director of the Neurofeedback Advocacy Project; Karen Flannery, Clinical Director, The Key Program; Brendon Hollingsworth, Neurofeedback Project Manager, The Key Program; and Alyssa Merrick, Neurofeedback Clinician, The Key Program.

We are grateful for the opportunity to share our work and contribute to advancing innovative, evidence-informed approaches that support healing and resilience for the individuals and communities we serve.

We are pleased to announce that the Board of Early Education and Care has approved new regulations for residential progr...
05/21/2026

We are pleased to announce that the Board of Early Education and Care has approved new regulations for residential program licensing. This is the first comprehensive update to the regulations in more than 30 years.

In a press release from the Department of Early Education and Care, Key Program President & CEO, Tammy Mello, proudly states,

“EEC’s leadership in engaging providers, agencies, and trade associations throughout this process demonstrates the value of strong public-private partnerships. Over the course of the past year, stakeholders worked collectively to provide thoughtful feedback on the comprehensive review of Residential and Placement Regulations, always with a shared commitment to strengthening licensing requirements that prioritize the safety, well-being, and positive outcomes of children and families..."

New regulations include
☑️ Strengthening child safety standards through updated rules on staff training
☑️ Improving transparency, accountability and workforce support
☑️ Requiring more child-centered treatment plans that consider each child’s trauma, history, identity, culture or religion, behavior needs and long-term goals

Read the full announcement here: https://www.mass.gov/news/massachusetts-approves-comprehensive-revisions-to-residential-program-regulations

Visit mass.gov/EEC for more information.

Game Faces all weekend long for the 36th Annual Rodman Ride for Kids 🚴🏽‍♂️🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🏿Whether you trekked 50 miles around the...
05/19/2026

Game Faces all weekend long for the 36th Annual Rodman Ride for Kids 🚴🏽‍♂️🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🏿

Whether you trekked 50 miles around the town of Foxborough or circled the parking lot on training wheels in the Mini Ride, we could not be more proud of our 2026 riders!

A special thank you to our dedicated team for representing Key:

Wayne Belcher, Assistant Program Supervisor
Francesca Lonardo, Senior Administrative Supervisor
KyRon Parker, Outreach Caseworker
Mike Goodwin, Director of Western Operations
Lindsey Hays, Assistant Program Supervisor
Jose Hiraldo, IT Support Technician
Christa Tuft, Assistant Director
Nash Cintron, Administrative Assistant

The annual Ride for Kids would not be possible without the hard work and unwavering commitment of the amazing Rodman for Kids foundation.

A sincere thank you to Rodman for Kids and every rider, participant, and attendee who made this year’s event such a success.

Massachusetts Senate President, Karen Spilka, urges you to visit your policy makers today.“We need to hear from you!”Sto...
05/13/2026

Massachusetts Senate President, Karen Spilka, urges you to visit your policy makers today.

“We need to hear from you!”

Stop by the offices of your legislators TODAY and raise your voices for human service workers!

The Annual Caring Force Rally is underway!We’re here at the State House in Boston once again to advocate for human servi...
05/13/2026

The Annual Caring Force Rally is underway!

We’re here at the State House in Boston once again to advocate for human service workers, pushing for livable wages and adequate funding.

Stay tuned for more!

On the last day of National Nurses Week, we’d like to thank nurses for everything they do for us and our community.You a...
05/12/2026

On the last day of National Nurses Week, we’d like to thank nurses for everything they do for us and our community.

You are caregivers, mental health counselors, educators, and sometimes even fire extinguishers.

A special shoutout to our Nurse Monitor, Christine Martin, from your NE team! Administrative Assistant, Victoria Ursillo kindly states,

“Christine goes above and beyond in her role for the Northeast region, constantly supporting the team however she can. We are so grateful for everything she does!”

Thank you, Christine, and to ALL of our nurses here at Key. Our programs would not be the same without each and every one of you!!

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Last week, The Key Program had the honor and privilege of attending Game 5 of the Boston Celtics vs. the Philadelphia 76...
05/06/2026

Last week, The Key Program had the honor and privilege of attending Game 5 of the Boston Celtics vs. the Philadelphia 76ers first-round playoff series.

Western Region youth and staff alike were gifted a private suite, equipped with all-inclusive food and beverages, and an unforgettable view.

We are extremely thankful to the Key Program Management Team for this incredible opportunity. Though the game only lasted a few hours, we know the memories will last a lifetime.

Read the full story, written by Program Supervisor, Felicishia Holmes.

Another successful recruitment season 🗣️📋From left - Administrative Assistant, Leonella Acevedo and Outreach Caseworker,...
04/30/2026

Another successful recruitment season 🗣️📋

From left - Administrative Assistant, Leonella Acevedo and Outreach Caseworker, Savannah Banuchi, attended one of the many college fairs in our area. Here they are representing Key at Rhode Island College in Providence last month.

Shout out to ALL the New England students, faculty, and administrators who stopped by our tables this academic year to learn more about Key!

See you next year 👋🏼

04/29/2026

Here he is! Listen to our Quincy tell the tail…er, tale from 2020 🐶

Meet our Western Region therapy dog, Quincy 🐾Quincy and his owner Amanda have been visiting the boys' at both our Arnold...
04/29/2026

Meet our Western Region therapy dog, Quincy 🐾

Quincy and his owner Amanda have been visiting the boys' at both our Arnold Ave. and KIT Intensive Treatment Programs since before COVID hit in 2020.

Six years later, our furry friend has retired from all residential programs and now assists with outreach. But we couldn't let them leave without a doggy bag of gifts, including a personalized sweatshirt!

It wasn't long ago that we were living through a pandemic, which turned our worlds completely upside down. To stay connected to the children and families at Key, Amanda dedicated time twice a month to send us clips of Quincy, and what he was up to. This small, thoughtful gesture was something our kiddos could count on. It was a return to normalcy, and a reminder that we would all be together again, when it was so hard to be.

Stay tuned for a throwback message from this adorable pup!

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