FOCUS Accreditation Recognizes Karis with 100% Excellence and Leadership in Excellence Awards
We are proud to announce that Karis Disability Services has been awarded a four-year re-accreditation from FOCUS Accreditation, valid from July 2025 to July 2029. This milestone was celebrated at our Annual Community Meetings, where we were honoured with two new awards:
100% Excellence Award – for meeting the required benchmark in all applicable FOCUS standards
Leadership in Excellence Award – recognizing Karis for maintaining accreditation across four consecutive cycles
Accreditation is a rigorous process that involves a comprehensive review of an organization's operations, programs and services and performance against established benchmarks. Karis Disability Services has successfully met these standards, demonstrating a dedication to quality and continuous improvement.
These awards reflect the incredible dedication of Karis’ staff and their commitment to providing quality services that support people with developmental disabilities and their families.
“Karis Disability Services joins an elite group of organizations that have demonstrated their commitment to excellence,” shares Cheryl Whiteman, Executive Director of FOCUS Accreditation. “This re-accreditation status serves as a mark of distinction, assuring Karis Disability Services’ service users, partners, and the community that they can trust in the organization's quality and professionalism.”
Janet Noel-Annable, CEO of Karis, shares: "We believe welcoming third-party evaluation is essential to building trust with our community. It’s not just about recognition—it’s about accountability, transparency, and learning. While we celebrate this milestone, we’re already working on quality improvement plans to thoughtfully address FOCUS’ recommendations.”
We are grateful to our staff, service users, families, and community partners for their participation in the reaccreditation process.
Read the full announcement from FOCUS Accreditation on their website: