Moses Cone Health System recently received three-year accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). The Health System received accreditation in general rehabilitation as well as Brain Injury Specialty Certification, and for the first time, Stroke Specialty Certification.

"For patients, this accreditation means our Health System meets internationally accepted standards for rehabilitation and provides an integrated and individualized approach to services and outcomes," says Anne Macner, Executive Director, Rehabilitation Services. "For employees, it ensures we have responsible management and professional growth opportunities."

During the past 18 months, the Rehab Center prepared extensively for the survey, broadening many of its programs and offerings. It has increased its emphasis on helping patients and families manage patients’ health after discharge and has added patient and family education programs related to risk factors for stroke, health improvement and self-advocacy.