Nucleus Earns Fifth Consecutive CARF Accreditation

August 5, 2025

At Nucleus, quality is not just a standard—it’s our culture

Rooted in our mission quality shapes our processes, guides our decisions, and fuels our commitment to continuous improvement. We believe in listening - truly listening - to feedback from staff, clients, and families. That openness is what helps us grow stronger every day. 


We’re proud to share that Nucleus has received a fifth consecutive three-year Accreditation from CARF International  for Home and Community Services and Governance Standards,  achieving outstanding results in all standards on the survey. Over three days in June 2025, CARF surveyors engaged with our teams, clients, and families to explore how our services align with internationally recognized standards of quality. 

Out of 1,550 standards assessed, we achieved: 


100% compliance in:
• Financial Planning & Management
• Risk Management
• Technology
• Rights of Persons Served
• Accessibility
• Performance Measurement & Management
• Performance Improvement
• Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Input from Stakeholders
• Legal Requirements 


Nucleus beat the Benchmark in 12 of the 13 categories!

 

This accomplishment reflects the dedication, professionalism, and heart that our teams bring to their work every day working towards our vision of “reimagining community and care, together.” 


We are celebrating this success, but more importantly, we’re listening, learning, and building forward. The next three years will be focused on growth, innovation, and rising to new challenges as we continue our journey toward excellence in every standard. 


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