Home Care Accreditation Program
The Iowa Health Care Association (IHCA) has created an accreditation program for all IHCA home care members who offer supportive care services. This accreditation program will establish operational and quality standards that will set accredited agencies apart from others in the industry.
The program is made up of twelve standards that include; privacy policy, service agreements, service plans, complaint/grievance policies and procedures, abuse reporting, employment/payroll processes/workers compensation coverage, training requirements and competency checklists, current licensure with required professional or state licensing boards, emergency/after-hours availability and policies, quality assurance/supervision policies, liability insurance and compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
To become accredited, agencies must submit the required documents for each standard, which will be reviewed by the Iowa Health Care Association. Accreditation will be awarded to agencies that meet or exceed all twelve standards. Once agencies achieve accreditation, they will distinguish themselves from peers in meeting the highest standards in operation and quality.
About the program
Recognition of Accredited Agencies
- Listing on the Iowa Health Care Association’s website as an accredited agency with listing of services offered and description of services
- Use of the Iowa Health Care Association Accredited Logo for print material and website
- Press release once accreditation is achieved
How Does an Agency Become Accredited?
Agencies can become accredited by submitting an Accreditation Application with all of the supporting documentation to [email protected]. All applications will be reviewed by the Iowa Health Care Association which will make sure all twelve standards are met. The initial accreditation is good for one year and then can be renewed annually thereafter.
Home Instead Senior Care - Polk County
Home Instead Senior Care – Polk County has become the first Iowa Accredited Home Care Agency. By achieving accreditation, Home Instead Senior Care completed IHCA’s Home Care Accreditation Program to demonstrate that it meets operational and quality standards for excellence that set accredited agencies apart from others in the industry.
Contact
For any questions regarding this program please send them to [email protected].