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Services Offered by Your Trusted CARF Consultant

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At Compass Consultants, we partner with organizations to navigate the full CARF accreditation process with clarity, purpose, and confidence. Whether you're seeking initial accreditation or maintaining compliance, our services are tailored to your needs and led by a CARF Consultant with over 15 years of experience and 10 years as a CARF surveyor.

Explore the full scope of support we provide below.

Expert Support from a Trusted CARF Consultant

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Project Management – Organized Support from a CARF Consultant

Your Accreditation Process—Organized and On Track

The road to accreditation involves many moving parts. Your CARF Consultant will serve as your project manager—developing a plan, coordinating your team, and ensuring momentum through every phase of preparation.

Includes:

  • Customized accreditation preparation timeline

  • Task delegation and milestone tracking

  • Weekly or biweekly check-ins (virtual)

  • Communication support across departments

  • Ongoing adjustment to meet progress and capacity

Performance Measurement – Build a CARF-Ready System That Shows Results

Build Systems That Drive Outcomes

CARF requires a strong framework for measuring organizational performance and client outcomes. We’ll help you design, implement, and manage a meaningful performance measurement system that shows results and supports your mission.

Includes:

  • Selection and definition of performance indicators

  • Assistance designing data collection methods and timelines

  • Integration into strategic and operational planning

  • Guidance on analysis, interpretation, and use of data

  • Support with developing your Annual Performance Analysis Report

  • Staff training on roles, responsibilities, and expectations

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GAP Analysis – Identify Gaps in CARF Standards with Expert Guidance

Know Where You Stand Before You Begin

Our GAP Analysis is a powerful tool to assess how closely your current operations align with CARF standards. It’s the best starting point if you’re unsure of your readiness or want to avoid surprises during your survey.

Includes:

  • Comprehensive review of documentation, practices, and procedures

  • Side-by-side comparison to CARF standards

  • Identification of missing elements, inconsistencies, or risks

  • Written summary of strengths and improvement areas

  • Actionable recommendations to move forward with purpose

Consultation Services – Personalized CARF Consulting When You Need It

Expert Guidance, When and Where You Need ItNeed quick answers, document feedback, or advice on CARF standards? Our consultation services give you direct access to a CARF Consultant who can answer your questions, review your documents, and provide expert guidance in real time.Includes:One-on-one or team consultation sessions (virtual or onsite)Interpretation of CARF standards and intentStrategic troubleshooting and planning supportDocument review and feedback sessionsFollow-up as needed to ensure understanding

Why Work With Compass Consultants?

  • 100% CARF accreditation success rate

  • 15+ years of hands-on experience

  • 10 years as a CARF surveyor

  • Straightforward, judgment-free guidance

  • Tailored, organization-specific solutions

  • Collaborative and supportive approach

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