PDG Receives Highest Level of CARF Accreditation for Third Time

MILLERSVILLE, MD – Partnership Development Group (PDG, Inc. and PDGRS, Inc.) earned another three-year accreditation from CARF International May 2022. CARF offers preliminary, provisional, one year, or three year accreditation periods and this award marks the third time in a row that PDG has received the longest accreditation period available. 

In addition, PDG also earned glowing commendations by the surveyors regarding the quality of employee support and consumer care:

“A referral source described PDG staff members as appreciative of their ‘collaborative spirit’ and experienced the staff at PDG as ‘caring’ and ‘very responsive.’ A stakeholder characterized PDG as ‘a true blessing’ and stated that ‘PDG works hard to get people connected to services in the community.’” – CARF Report, May 2022 

 

“The leadership team at PDG is employee focused, which is demonstrated through its open-door policy, multiple avenues for employee engagement, positive workplace culture, and investment in benefits… The investment in staff members is further evidenced by their longevity, growth into supervisory positions, and empowerment to create additional programs.” – CARF Report, May 2022 

CARF is an independent, nonprofit organization that accredits several types of specialized services to ensure these services meet certain stringent criteria. Earning a CARF accreditation shows consumers that the organization meets international standards of service quality. As the CARF website explains, this three-year accreditation is a public statement that PDG “is committed to reducing risk, addressing health and safety concerns, respecting cultural and individual preferences, and providing the best possible quality of care.”

“Receiving another three-year accreditation is a reflection of the dedication of our staff, and the company as a whole, to the individuals we serve.  The extensive survey process serves as just one part of our commitment to continuously improving the quality of the services we provide in the community, as well as the training and support our staff members receive.” – Victoria Morgan, PDG Vice President

Read the 2019 CARF Accreditation press release here.
Read the 2016 CARF Accreditation press release here. 

ABOUT PDG:

For 20 years, PDG has provided behavioral and vocational services to individuals living with mental illness throughout Central Maryland. PDG’s vocational coaching, mental health care management, advocacy, community reintegration, and resource development enable consumers to achieve personal productivity, independence, and community involvement. 

Contact:
Morris Tranen
[email protected]

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