Assisted Living Accreditation

Assisted living provides meals, housing, and personal care in a supportive, safe, home-like setting for adults of all ages. Focused on dignity, choice, and quality of life, these programs promote independence and meaningful engagement, with a commitment to hospitality, safety, and wellness.

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Assessments of the persons served and their person-centered plans drive service delivery. Assisted living programs provide 24/7 staffing and a variety of services are offered, from minimal to intensive assistance with daily activities like bathing, dressing, eating, and medication management. Programs provide health services, housekeeping, recreation programs, and transportation, all guided by person-centered plans and coordinated care that meets regulatory standards.

Assisted living programs are available in various settings, from small homes to large buildings. Accommodations can be private or shared, ranging from single rooms to full-size apartments. These programs may have different names depending on the location.

Key areas of the standards:
  • Meeting the needs of persons served within the scope of services
  • Person-centered planning
  • Rhythm of daily life for each person served
  • Service delivery practices
  • Medication-related practices
  • Safety and security of the living environment
  • Availability of current emergency information

CARF accreditation ensures transparency, accountability, and a commitment to high-quality care. It goes beyond basic licensure, confirming that assisted living communities have processes for ongoing planning, management, and performance review, all focused on meeting the needs of residents and their families.

U.S. acceptances as of September 2024

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Guide to Selecting an Assisted Living Community

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Value of accreditation

Our consultative peer-review process promotes active, dynamic planning focused on impact and outcomes. Learn how we can help your organization.

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Steps to accreditation

Accreditation takes time to prepare for and requires ongoing improvement efforts. We will be with you every step of the way.

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We’re here to help!

No matter where you are in your accreditation journey, we are here to answer your questions and provide assistance.

The Managing Director

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Terrence Carolan, MSPT, MBA
Managing Director of Medical Rehabilitation and Aging Services

Terrence Carolan has more than 20 years of experience as a provider, educator, and administrator in the medical rehabilitation field.