The Gold Standard in Care: What The Joint Commission Certification Means for You
Choosing the right skilled nursing care for yourself or a loved one is a big decision. You want the best possible care, a safe environment with the comforts of home and peace of mind knowing you’re in good hands. But with so many options out there, how do you separate the acceptable from the exceptional? One key indicator is accreditation from The Joint Commission.
What is The Joint Commission?
The Joint Commission is an independent watchdog for health care quality and safety. They’re a nonprofit organization that sets rigorous national standards and evaluates health care organizations to ensure they meet those standards. They’ve been working with the government and leading health care organizations since 1951, so they know what it takes to provide top-notch care.
Why Does The Gold Seal of Approval® Matter?
Earning The Joint Commission’s The Gold Seal of Approval® isn’t easy. It requires a comprehensive evaluation that covers everything from patient rights and safety to infection control and staff training. When a skilled nursing community earns this seal, it means they’ve put in the hard work and dedication that show a commitment to excellence in all aspect of residents’ care.
According to The Joint Commission, certification “covers compliance with the standards and verifies improvement activities.” In other words, it’s about far more than meeting the bare minimum. The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® shows a health care provider is continuously striving to improve and administer the best care possible.
Safer, Caring and Always Improving
It takes a lot for a senior living community to earn and maintain Joint Commission certification. And it means a lot when it comes to the quality of care. At Joint Commission-approved communities, you can expect the following benefits:
- Higher Quality of Care: The community has met national standards for quality and safety.
- Improved Patient Safety: The Joint Commission’s standards focus heavily on preventing errors and ensuring a safe environment for residents.
- A Culture of Continual Improvement: Certified communities are constantly evaluating their performance and demonstrate a commitment to improvement.
Finding The Best Skilled Nursing
As you search for the best skilled nursing, we hope that you will take this information into consideration and remember that Cypress Village’s Joint Commission Certification distinguishes us from our competitors. Our personalized care combines comfort with a detailed, personalized care plan that ensures residents are treated like family.
Cypress Village: Setting the Standard
At Cypress Village, we’re proud to have earned Joint Commission accreditation. But we don’t stop there. We’re also recognized with a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), another reputable indicator of quality care.
We provide an enhanced resident-centered culture. Our collaborative, on-site evaluations help us identify and address any vulnerabilities to safeguard those in our care. We strive to prevent rehospitalization and provide independence and freedom — and we do it with many of the comforts of home.
Recognized For the Right Reasons
We invite you to learn more about our award-winning and nationally-recognized skilled nursing program and community management that continues to earn accolades. To learn more about how our skilled nursing program can serve you, contact us today and schedule a personal visit to see what we’re all about.
