Three-Year AccreditationHenrico County’s MHDS has been accredited by CARF International for an additional three years following an extensive review of its programs and services for mental health, substance use disorders and developmental disabilities. In October 2025, a team of seven surveyors conducted a three-day site visit to assess programs seeking accreditation or reaccreditation. The mission of CARF is to promote the quality, value, and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process and continuous improvement services that center on enhancing the lives of persons served. This is the ninth consecutive three-year accreditation that MHDS has earned from CARF. It reflects that MHDS substantially conforms to 2,600 professional standards in programs and services for children, adolescents and adults in Henrico, New Kent and Charles City counties. The accreditation extends through November 2028. In addition, CARF offered no recommendations for improvement – an accomplishment achieved by only 3% of 9,600 peer-reviewed agencies. Please feel free to contact Anna Jones at (804) 727-8434 for additional information or questions about MHDS’s CARF accreditation. Areas of Strength CARF determined Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services demonstrated the following strengths: Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services (HAMHDS) demonstrates exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to service excellence. The organization cultivates a supportive, team-oriented culture where staff members feel valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow through education, training, and leadership development. Collaboration is central to the organization’s success, as reflected in strong partnerships with community organizations, law enforcement, healthcare systems, and local agencies to enhance access to coordinated care. Programs integrate evidence-based practices and holistic approaches that promote recovery, resilience, and inclusion. Clients served receive high-quality, individualized support. The organization’s long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion (as recognized through multiple awards) reinforces its reputation for excellence. HAMHDS continues to serve as a trusted leader in the community, driven by compassion, integrity, and a shared vision of improving lives and building a healthier, more connected future. HAMHDS is an exceptionally well-led organization that has worked diligently to use the CARF standards as a foundation for the high-quality services it provides to clients served. To view an entire list of identified strengths please click here. |