Behavioral Health Accreditation Comparison: CARF, COA and TJC
Behavioral Health Accreditation Comparison: CARF, COA and TJC Accreditation ensures quality care and services are provided to individuals in a safe manner. Onsite accreditation surveys demonstrate if programs and services are conducted in a manner that is consistent with established, field tested standards. It is a key way for behavioral health organizations to show commitment…
Strategic Plan Basics
Strategic Planning Tips To accomplish anything great—completing college, moving across country, baking a delicious pie from scratch—you need a plan. A strategic plan helps you brainstorm what a business can accomplish and narrows down exactly where to target your energy. In the unpredictable world of working in behavioral health, a solid strategic plan is essential…
The Public Perception of Mental Health
Mental and Physical Health are Equally Important I have had a passion to help others with their mental health and well-being since I was a young child. Human psychology and behavior struck my interest when my close family member was diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder. Even though this illness seemed to be worse than any…
Compliance Alert Hotline Testimonial
Compliance Alert Hotline Compliance programs are internal plans and policy decisions made by an organization in order to meet standards set by government laws and regulations. A compliance alert hotline supports compliance programs by allowing employees and stakeholders to report improper, unethical or illegal conduct anonymously without fear of identification, retaliation or retribution. What kind…
CARF Accreditation–What Should I Expect?
What should I expect during my CARF accreditation survey? Today is the day. It’s been months of preparation. You are expecting a CARF surveyor to visit your organization. You are ready. Policies and procedures are updated. Files and other documentation have been triple checked for accuracy. All involved parties (board members, personnel and clients) are aware…