Paladin Achieves Prestigious Three-Year CARF Accreditation for Disability Programs
CARF®
International announced that Paladin, Inc. has been awarded a three-year accreditation for its
outstanding disability programs. This accreditation is the highest level
granted by CARF and signifies Paladin's substantial adherence to CARF
standards.
Receiving a
Three-Year Accreditation from CARF is a testament to Paladin’s dedication to
excellence. This decision followed an intensive peer-review process, during
which Paladin demonstrated to a team of surveyors its unwavering commitment to
offering high-quality, measurable, and accountable programs and services.
Steve Hobby,
Paladin CEO said, “The team at
Paladin delivers exceptional support to the individuals we serve. Their
diligent preparation for the review process is commendable, and the three-year
accreditation stands as a testament to their dedication to all those who
benefit from our services.”
Since 1952,
Paladin has been a cornerstone in Northwest Indiana, providing exceptional
services in the accredited supports of Behavioral Consultation, Community
Employment (including Employment and Job Development), Home & Community
services, Respite, and Supported Living.
CARF
International, founded in 1966 as the Commission on Accreditation of
Rehabilitation Facilities, is an independent, nonprofit organization. CARF's
mission is to enhance the quality, value, and outcomes of health and human
services through a consultative accreditation process focused on continuous
improvement and consumer-centric standards. For more information about the
accreditation process, visit the CARF website at www.carf.org. For further information on accredited area organizations or
standards development, please contact CARF®
International
Paladin’s
achievement is a clear indication of its commitment to enhancing the quality of
life for the individuals it serves. The organization’s services, personnel, and
documentation consistently reflect a strong conformity to CARF's high
standards.
About
Paladin, Inc. Paladin is a
non-profit that serves as determined advocates and allies for people with
disabilities, children, and seniors in northwest Indiana. In fact, we’ve been
doing it for over fifty years! Paladin was created
through a merger between Michiana Resources and Parents and Friends on July 1,
2017. Michiana Resources, founded in 1967 by Richard F. Surber, provided
vocational opportunities. Parents and Friends, founded in 1976 by Joan Coleman
and Jane Herrberg, provided direct support and residential services to
intellectually disabled individuals in the community. Paladin also merged with
Barker Enrichment Center (2018) and the Child Care Consortium (2019) to provide
children’s services. Paladin’s Early Childhood Educational programming
including Head Start, is among the highest quality in LaPorte County and serves
children 6 weeks old to 5-years old. To further our mission, we assumed the
non-emergency medical transportation program from Council on Aging. Paladin
also accepted disabilities day programming in Lake County (2018) and today
serves approximately 500 children, individuals with intellectual disabilities,
and seniors in Northwest Indiana. To support Paladin’s efforts or for
career opportunities, contact us at paladin@paladin.care, visit us online at
imagination.care or paladin.care.