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Whether you are preparing for an upcoming CARF® Survey or are under review to determine if you have maintained applicable standards, there are a few key components that should be accounted for before the surveyor arrives at your facilities. As a hub for “all things CARF®”, CARF® 101 is dedicated to ensuring that our readers … Read More "Essential Components for a CARF® Strategic Plan"

Since it’s founding in 1966 by two national organizations, CARF® International has steadily grown to become a prominent fixture in the health and human services industry. As an accreditor for rehabilitation organizations, CARF® has created a set of standards that have been adopted worldwide to create one cohesive, patient-first approach to services. In this article, … Read More "When was CARF® International Founded?"

With the ongoing threat of coronavirus known as COVID-19 worldwide, it is more important than ever for an organization in the human service environment to have infection control plans and policies in place. Although germs are found in nearly all of our surroundings, a small portion of these germs can lead to serious repercussions if … Read More "Infection Control in the Human Service Environment"

Any organization that provides rehabilitative services has likely heard of CARF® Accreditation and, perhaps, many have already begun the process or completed a survey. As an international organization, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities works to promote quality, optimal service outcomes and value for persons served by accredited providers. But why does your organization … Read More "Why Does My Organization Need CARF® Accreditation?"

As COVID-19 continues to spread across the United States and the world as a whole, many facilities that were anticipating a CARF® survey are finding that they may have to wait longer than expected. In a statement posted on the CARF® International website, CEO Brian J. Boon, Ph.D. announced that all surveys with start dates … Read More "How Is COVID-19 Affecting CARF® Surveys?"

For human services organizations that are considering whether or not CARF® accreditation is right for their business, researchers have likely been overwhelmed by the potential steps that need to be complete before a survey approaches. However, once put in perspective, the benefits associated with receiving accreditation far outweigh the amount of trouble that an organization … Read More "Is Preparing for CARF® Accreditation Hard?"