Wright Directions News
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CARF ACCREDITATION
Posted September 4, 2024
South Carolina Organization Recognized for Strengths
in Treatment Programs
Wright Directions Earns 3 Year CARF Accreditation
RIDGELAND, SC: Wright Directions Family Services, headquartered in Ridgeland, South Carolina, has recently earned a 3 year accreditation by CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities). CARF, an independent, non-profit accreditor has been the bench mark of quality health and human services for more than 50 years. Wright Directions was surveyed in May of 2024 with findings released by CARF in July of 2024.
Franklin Roemer, CEO of Seaside Healthcare commented on the achievement, “It is a great achievement for both Wright Directions Family Services and our company, Seaside Healthcare to have earned the CARF accreditation. This achievement emphasizes the high standards that our company through our many state locations, strives for with each client each and every day. I congratulate the staff at Wright Directions for their fine work in this accreditation.”
Wright Directions, in earning the 3 year accreditation by CARF, was given recognition in several areas of
strength including:
• Leadership and staff who are solution focused and who demonstrate strong person-centered values
• Programs implemented by passionate, caring and well-trained providers
• Efforts in addressing the cultural needs of those serviced and providing culturally appropriate services
• The organizations response during the COVID 19 pandemic where it maintained operational and financial
stabiity
• The organization excels in securing housing, food, and other necessities for clients by working well with other local organizations and churches.
• The leadership articulates a strong vision and mission, focusing on rights, fairness, and ethical practice. The leadership is present, involved, and committed.
• The clinical staff members are skilled, dedicated, and caring individuals who are deeply committed to the mission of the organization and to the delivery of quality services. They are motivated, dynamic, and responsive in serving the clients of the organization.
• The organization is highly regarded by referral sources. The organization is praised for its use of evidence based treatment and the outcomes of clients.
Ronda Stevens, PhD, CEO• Clients spoke fondly of experiences with staff members. They reported that they are always treated with respect and that their lives have been positively impacted by the services received.
Ronda Stevens, PhD, CEO of Wright Directions commented on the CARF accreditation. “Earning this CARF accreditation validates the work our organization as we serve our clients and help with their needs. Our staff works tirelessly to provide the most compassionate and effective care to adults and children in all of our South Carolina service locations and this achievement is due to their efforts.”
“We continually strive to develop and offer timely and effective services that meet the often changing needs of our clients,” states Daniele Beres, LMFT, PhD and Clinical Director of Wright Directions. She adds, “It is most reassuring that a prestigious organization such as CARF recognizes the work of our Wright Directions team and that we are well meeting the needs of the people of South Carolina whom we serve.”
Seaside Healthcare, the parent corporation of Wright Directions, has, as its mission, to improve the lives of their patients and the surrounding community by providing effective, cost-considerate behavioral health services delivered with unmatched dignity and respect. The company provides services locations across Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia.
More information on Seaside Healthcare can be found through their website at www.seasidehc.com. Questions concerning program development or acquisition referrals can be made to Patrick Doyal, VP of Development at [email protected].
For additional details on the services and operating locations of Wright Directions, please visit www.wrightdfs.com.
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News Release
SHREVEPORT, LA: Dr. Ronda Stevens has been named Chief Executive Officer for Wright Directions Family Services, a South Carolina based organization providing counseling, medical
and skill building services to youth and families. CEO and co-founder of Seaside Healthcare, Franklin Roemer, made the announcement of Stevens appointment. Seaside Healthcare, parent company of Wright Directions, is a Louisiana headquartered behavioral health corporation serving communities across Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and Texas. Wright Directions has served the people of South Carolina since 2011.
Dr. Stevens has been with Wright Directions Family Services (WDFS) since 2015, having served in several leadership positions during her service. She has a Bachelor’s in Sociology, a Master’s Degree in Psychology, and a Doctoral Degree in Psychology. She is certified in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) and child and adolescent level of care utilization system assessment (CALOCUS). Dr. Stevens has more than a decade of experience in behavioral health service rendering and program management.
Stevens is also a combat veteran who proudly served her country after 9/11. She served in the United States Navy as an Aviation Electrician on the F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jets. Roemer commented on Dr. Steven’s role with Wright Directions, “Her extensive education, years of experience, and her strong military background gives Dr. Stevens a strong set of management and treatment skills that will fit well with the mission and goals of both Wright Directions and Seaside Healthcare. We welcome her into this important leadership position.”
Wright Directions Family Services currently serves South Carolina communities through a network of four operating clinics located in the cities of Hampton, Bennettsville, North Myrtle Beach, and Ridgeland. Among their broad range of services are mental health assessment and diagnostic evaluations, case management, counseling, crisis intervention services, behavior modification services, family support programs, psycho-social rehabilitation, school based services, summer camp programs, and a variety of community based services for at-risk children and families.
Wright Directions also works with other community individuals, agencies, and organizations in their work to enhance the quality of life for the people they serve. Wright Directions is accredited by CARF, (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities).
Seaside Healthcare’s CEO, Franklin Roemer, commented on the expanding service network of the Seaside Healthcare family, “Seaside Healthcare has a proven record of providing high quality patient and family centric mental health and substance disorder services in all of its multi-state locations. Our growing organization is proud to be of service to the people of South Carolina through Wright Directions Family Services.”
Seaside Healthcare is a dynamic and growing organization that is currently expanding its behavioral healthcare delivery system across the south through acquisitions and program development. More information on Seaside Healthcare can be found through their website at www.seasidehc.com. Questions concerning program development or acquisition referrals can be made to Patrick Doyal, VP of Development at [email protected].
More information on Wright Directions Family Services can be obtained by contacting their corporate office at 843.645.7700 or through their website at www.wrightdfs.com.