BFAIR: 3-Year CARF Accreditation Achieved
- Berkshire Family & Individual Resources (BFAIR) has received a significant boost,earning a three-year accreditation from the Commission on accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for its Day Habilitation and...
- The CARF surveyors highlighted BFAIR's commitment too enhancing the lives of those they serve.
- Ethel Altiery, interim CEO of BFAIR, praised the staff's dedication.
BFAIR has achieved a major milestone! Their Day Habilitation adn Adult Family Care (AFC) programs have earned a three-year CARF accreditation, valid through 2028.This recognition underscores BFAIR’s unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and autism through exceptional adult family care and day services. CARF surveyors specifically commended BFAIR’s consistent adherence to rigorous standards, confirming the high quality of their programs. This accreditation is a testament to the hard work and commitment of the BFAIR staff,ensuring top-tier care. For over three decades, BFAIR, supported by Northern Berkshire United Way and Williamstown Community Chest, has served this vital community. This achievement is a story that News Directory 3 is proud to share. Discover what’s next for BFAIR as they continue their mission.
BFAIR’s Day Habilitation and Adult Family Care Services Earn CARF Accreditation
Berkshire Family & Individual Resources (BFAIR) has received a significant boost,earning a three-year accreditation from the Commission on accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for its Day Habilitation and Adult Family Care (AFC) programs. This accreditation extends through 2028, marking a period of recognized quality in adult family care and day services.
The CARF surveyors highlighted BFAIR’s commitment too enhancing the lives of those they serve. They noted that BFAIR’s services, staff, and documentation demonstrate a consistent adherence to established standards, ensuring quality day habilitation.
”This achievement is an indication of [BFAIR’s] dedication and commitment to improving the quality of the lives of the persons served. Services, personnel, and documentation clearly indicate an established pattern of conformance to standards,” CARF surveyors said.
Ethel Altiery, interim CEO of BFAIR, praised the staff’s dedication. She emphasized that the three-year accreditation reflects the high-quality adult family care BFAIR provides.
“Once again, the dedication and commitment of BFAIR’s staff and leadership team has shown through. To receive a three-year accreditation is outstanding and a true testament to the quality of services BFAIR provides,” Altiery said.
for over 30 years, BFAIR has offered AFC, residential, employment, and day services to adults and children facing developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and autism. BFAIR is supported by the Northern Berkshire United Way and Williamstown Community Chest.
What’s next
With this accreditation, BFAIR aims to continue its mission of providing extensive and high-quality services to individuals with disabilities, reinforcing its role in the community.