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We are an independent, nonprofit organization focused on advancing the quality of services you use to meet your needs for the best possible outcomes. CARF provides accreditation services worldwide at the request of health and human service providers. Whether you are seeking rehabilitation for a disability, treatment for addiction and substance abuse, home and community services, retirement living, or other health and human services, you can have confidence in your choice. Providers that meet our standards have demonstrated their commitment to being among the best available.
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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.
CARF Accreditation Assisted Living Continuing Care Retirement Communities Respite Care Adult Day Services Performance Management Cancer rehabilitation Case Management Physical and rehabilitation medicine Healthcare quality oversight Brain injury programs Stroke Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary pain management Evidence-based practice initiative Aging with a disability Care for Older Adults Elder mobility needs Concussion Rehabilitation
Michael W. Johnson, MA, CAP
Senior Managing Director of Behavioral Health
A creative, solutions-oriented leader who is passionate about improving quality in behavioral healthcare through CARF accreditation.
ASAM Level of Care Certification Office Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics Mental Health (Severe Mental Illness) Practice and Policy Suicide Prevention Substance Use Disorders Addictions Counselling Performance Management Behavioral Health Stigma Addictions Treatment CARF Accreditation
Chasity Chamberlin
Managing Director of Employment and Community Services
Chasity Chamberlin brings 20+ years of experience in provider, administrator, and executive director roles in a variety of organizations.
Community Services Nonprofits Community Integration Organizations Case Management Community Outreach Social Services Leadership Development CARF Accreditation
Penny Gagnon, MA
CARF Canada Chief Accreditation Advisor
Penny creates systems promoting a stronger vision and commitment to the quality of services in enhancing the lives of persons served.
CARF Accreditation Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Stakeholder Engagement Public Speaking Strategic Leadership Written Communications Change Initiatives Policy Development and Implementation Budgeting and Forecasting
Emily Hosea, MEd, NCC
Managing Director of Behavioral Health and Opioid Treatment Programs
Emily Hosea has experience in a variety of settings that focused on substance use disorders, mental health, and crisis intervention.
Substance Use Disorders Mental Health Behavioral Health Opioid Treatment Program Crisis Intervention CARF Accreditation
Theresa Lindberg, MSC, LPC
Managing Director of Child and Youth Services
A leader for children, youth, young adults, and families with emphasis in child welfare, behavioral health, and healthy development.
CARF Accreditation Workshop Facilitation Training Qualified Residential Treatment Programs Process Improvement Leadership Development Healthcare quality management Foster Care Cultural Competency Child/Adolescent Behavioral Health Child Welfare