Compass Consultants Insights into CARF Accreditation: Strategies, Tips, and Guidance for Success

Explore common CARF Survey Questions and learn what stakeholders, personnel, and clients can expect during the accreditation process.

A Walk Through Time and Challenge in Portsmouth, Ohio During my recent trip to Portsmouth, Ohio, I conducted a CARF survey with a local organization striving for accreditation and a higher standard of care. What I didn’t expect was how much I would learn about the city itself—its rich history, its struggles, and its resilience. Portsmouth, platted in 1803, flourished as a river town and industrial hub. It later gained a place in history as a key stop on the Underground Railro

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Discover key deadlines and steps for CARF Accreditation Application Submission to ensure a smooth, on-time accreditation process.

CARF Survey Preparation: Day One and the Orientation Conference Highlight Organizational Strengths The CARF survey follows a structured process, and CARF survey preparation begins on Day One with the orientation conference. This opening meeting is more than a procedural requirement—it is the first opportunity for surveyors to understand your organization, your people, and your culture before interviews, observations, and record reviews begin. When approached intentionally, t

CARF Accreditation Survival Kit items on desk – coffee, sticky notes, binder – CARF Consultant humor Preparing for a CARF survey can feel overwhelming, even for experienced teams. Between updating policies, organizing documentation, and practicing interview questions, most organizations start searching for anything— and I mean anything —that can make the accreditation process smoother. That’s exactly why I created the CARF Accreditation Survival Kit .Not the serious version (

Understanding the Importance of CARF Accreditation CARF recently celebrated organizations that have maintained accreditation for an impressively long time — in some cases, several decades. Their reflections provide valuable insight into the benefits of sustained accreditation and why so many organizations choose to maintain the CARF process cycle after cycle. As a CARF Consultant and Surveyor, I see the same themes across high-performing programs. This blog outlines those the

Do You Need Accreditation? A CARF Consultant in NC Explains North Carolina Requirements If you operate behavioral health, mental health, substance use, or I/DD services in North Carolina, you’ve likely heard conflicting information about whether your program must be CARF accredited. Policies shift, definitions get updated, and each LME/MCO interprets requirements slightly differently. For many providers, this creates stress and confusion about what the state truly expects. A

A CARF Consultant’s breakdown of CARF’s new Palliative & End-of-Life Care standards and how providers can prepare for successful accreditation.

Achieving accreditation is a significant milestone for organizations in health and human services. It demonstrates a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. However, navigating the complex CARF accreditation process can be challenging. This is where a CARF accreditation consultant plays a crucial role. They guide organizations through every step, ensuring compliance with standards and helping to enhance service delivery. What is CARF Accreditation a

If you’re new to launching an Adult Foster Care (AFC) or Group Adult Foster Care (GAFC) program in Massachusetts, one of the most important concepts to understand is Preliminary Accreditation. MassHealth’s August 2023 update (Bulletin 30) made it clear: no provider can enroll or serve clients under AFC or GAFC without obtaining full accreditation first. For many providers, that means starting with Preliminary Accreditation for AFC providers in MA through CARF. What Is Prelim

A compass symbolizing how a CARF consultant helps organizations navigate the accreditation journey with direction and confidence. At Compass Consultants, we believe CARF accreditation doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With the right plan, support, and a trusted CARF consultant by your side, the process can feel organized, achievable—and even a little fun. Think of us as your accreditation compass—here to help you navigate every twist and turn of the journey. Whether it’s your

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