DIRECTORY OF RELATED LINKS

L.A.D.D., Inc. has built our Mission, Vision, and Values, Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics for providing supports services using the Gentle Teaching Philosophy. The foundation of which is that everyone has a need to feel safe, engaged, loved and loving. http://www.gentleteaching.com

L.A.D.D., Inc. is accredited by CARF, a nationally recognized not for profit accrediting body that promotes quality, value and optimal outcomes of support services though an accreditation process that centers on enhancing the lives of persons served. http://www.carf.org
To view our most recent CARF survey please click here.

OAKLAND COUNTY

In Oakland and Macomb Counties L.A.D.D., Inc. provides residential support services through a contractual relationship with MORC Inc. This agency is the Responsible Mental Health Agency (RHMA) for Oakland and Macomb Counties. http://www.morcinc.org

BERRIEN COUNTY

In Berrien County L.A.D.D., Inc. provides residential and Community Living Supports through a contractual relationship with Riverwood Center. Riverwood Center is the Responsible Mental Health Agency (RHMA) for Berrien County. http://www.riverwoodcenter.org

CASS COUNTY

In Cass County L.A.D.D., Inc. provides residential and Community Living Supports through a contractual relationship with Woodlands Behavioral Health Care Network.  Woodlands is the Responsible Mental Health Agency (RMHA) for Cass County. http://www.woodlandsbhcn.org

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Group Homes in all counties are licensed through the Consumer and Industry Service at the Family Independence Agency.  Licensing Rules, Regulations and other information is available at http://www.michigan.gov/cis/0,1607,7-154-10568---,00.html

STATE FIRE MARSHALL

The State Fire Marshall has established guidelines that must be met by licensed home. State Fire Marshall Codes are available at http://www.mspfmd.org

AMERICAN RED CROSS

All L.A.D.D., Inc. staff are trained by a certified American Red Cross trainer in First Aid and CPR. You can get information regarding the American Red Cross at http://www.redcross.org

ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED CITIZENS--ARC

The ARC is an association established to promote the welfare with disabilities , give assess to facts, contacts and new to learn more about these citizens. You can get more information at: http://www.arc.org

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PERSONS--AARP

Information regarding AARP is available at: http://www.aarp.org

MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF MENTAL HEALTH BOARDS

http://www.macmhb.org

MICHIGAN GOVERNMENT--OFFICIAL STATE OF MICHIGAN WEB SITE

http://www.michigan.gov

NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS ASSOCIATION

Information regarding NFCA is available at http://www.nfcacares.org

MICHIGAN ASSISTED LIVING ASSOCIATION

Information regarding False Claims and Licensing http://www.miassistedliving.org/index.html

In 2002 L.A.D.D., Inc. received its second two-year accreditation from CARF,  a non profit organization that focuses on insuring that services meet the needs of the individuals receiving services and that they achieve the best possible outcomes.

CARF reviews and grants accreditation services nationally and internationally on request of a facility or program. Their standards are rigorous, so those services that meet them are among the best available.

CARF-accredited service providers, such as L.A.D.D., Inc.  enjoy recognition among an international community of consumers, peer facilities and programs for superior standards of care, and excellence in outcomes.

The fact that L.A.D.D., Inc. has CARF accreditation assures you that L.A.D.D., Inc. programs or facilities are of the highest quality. Payers recognize CARF accreditation as a demonstration of superior performance for their clients. And as a service  provider, L.A.D.D., Inc. has the advantage of clearly defined, and internationally accepted standards, that ensure that services remain among the elite for excellence.

CARF-accredited programs reflect practices that are based on standards of quality and accountability. Using the standards as a foundation for business and service delivery practices, an organization can greatly reduce the common risks involved in providing rehabilitation and human services.

Because CARF accreditation is designed to demonstrate a provider's conformance to nationally and internationally accepted standards, accreditation can significantly reduce governmental monitoring, help to streamline regulation processes, and assist payers in determining a provider's conformance to outcomes and performance standards.

CARF accreditation tells payers that a program or service selected by a consumer pursues a service approach based on continuous quality improvement and is accountable for its performance through outcomes evidence and consumer satisfaction.

Payers can have the highest possible confidence in programs and services that carry CARF accreditation -- the standard for performance excellence.

Our organization is proud to be a CARF Accredited Service Organization.