Lifespan Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center at Newport Hospital is proud to announce that it has been re-accredited by CARF International. The re-accreditation extends through June 30, 2026, and applies to the Lifespan Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center adult inpatient and adult stroke specialty programs at Newport Hospital.
“It is a great feeling to be re-accredited by CARF through 2026, but more than that, it is a direct reflection of the hard work and dedication put forth by the Vanderbilt Rehab team at Newport Hospital. Their commitment to excellence and patient-centered care is unmatched and I am honored to work alongside them” stated Melissa J. Fournier, PT, Lifespan Director Inpatient Rehabilitation Services.
CARF International, originally founded in 1966 as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, is an independent, nonprofit accreditor specializing in health and human services. This accreditation decision represents the highest level of accreditation that can be awarded to an organization. This distinction is granted to organizations that demonstrate a substantial commitment to maintaining the highest standards in rehabilitation programs.
Lifespan Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center at Newport Hospital is one of only 9 CARF-accredited Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital programs in New England, and one of 7 CARF accredited stroke specialty facilities in the region. CARF re-accreditation reaffirms a commitment to providing top-tier care and our role as a leader in rehabilitation services.
For more information about Lifespan Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center at Newport Hospital and the services we provide please visit https://www.lifespan.org/centers-services/vanderbilt-rehabilitation-center.