Progressive Rehabilitation Associates, LLC Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation in Five Key Areas

Portland, OR, August 11, 2013 --(PR.com)-- Progressive Rehabilitation Associates, LLP, (PRA) was recently surveyed for accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, International. The outcome was a three year accreditation, accompanied by Exemplary Conformance with the standards for:
· Interdisciplinary Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation Programs: Brain Injury Specialty Program (Adults)
· Home and Community Services: Brain Injury Specialty Programs
· Interdisciplinary Pain Rehabilitation Programs: Outpatient (Adults)
· Occupational Rehabilitation Programs (Adults)
· Occupational Rehabilitation Programs: Comprehensive Services (Adults)

Among the many affirmations posted by the survey team:
“There are open lines of communication throughout the program, allowing exchange of information and feedback that supports input into the program planning at all levels…External stakeholders describe an excellent relationship with PRA and were appreciative of the open lines of communication and responsiveness to the client/patient needs.”

“PRA is commended for its genuine commitment to higher standards and the accreditation process. Its communication of the related benefit and rationale is effective in raising awareness and understanding with persons served, families, other external stakeholders, and the general public.”

“PRA is commended for assessing the need to enhance the language component of its cultural competency and diversity plan …working closely through interpreter service providing education around the rehabilitation process.”

About Progressive Rehabilitation Associates, LLC
Progressive Rehabilitation Associates has been a leader in providing outpatient rehabilitation services for people who are struggling with reintegration into the work environment, community, family, and socialization. At the same time, helping the client/patient reduce the need for continual support from the healthcare system, insurances, or government provided services. PRA has held this level of accreditation with CARF since the 1970’s, while located in the greater Portland Metropolitan area. For more information, visit progrehab.com