Category: CARF

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?"

Perhaps one of the most stressful parts of preparing for a CARF® survey is ensuring that you have compliant documentation to support the policy and procedures that you have already enacted. While many organizations will take the time to create their own documents and hope that they are CARF® compliant, this typically is a large … Read More "Where Can I Find CARF® Compliant Documents?"

In a market full of choices, how do you know that a consumer will choose your organization out of the others that are available? Making an impact on these communities in need can be as easy as obtaining accreditation for your business. However, not all accreditation options are equal and you will need an accrediting … Read More "CARF® Accreditation Is More Important Than Ever"