2 'vital facilities' get reaccredited

SANDUSKY — The Erie County Health Department recently announced that two of its vital facilities have successfully renewed their accreditation with The Joint Commission. This underscores the health department's unwavering commitment to providing high-quality, safe and effective care to the community. The renewed accreditation applies to the Erie County Detoxification Center, a medically managed inpatient withdrawal treatment facility, and the Kaptur-Rogowski House, an inpatient crisis stabilization facility. They're both located in Sandusky on the health department's campus in Sandusky. This marks the: • Second consecutive accreditation for the detox center • First for Kaptur-Rogowski House, which opened in 2024 Both facilities play a crucial role in addressing the mental and behavioral health needs of Erie County residents. In addition to the commission accreditation, both facilities also possess certification from the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The commission accreditation is a nationally recognized symbol of quality that reflects an organization's commitment to meeting rigorous performance standards in patient care and safety. Achieving this renewal demonstrates the health department's dedication to continuous improvement and adherence to the highest standards in health care delivery. "We are incredibly proud to have our accreditation renewed by The Joint Commission for both the Erie County Detoxification Center and Kaptur-Rogowski House," said Stephanie Salyer, a registered nurse and the chief mental and behavioral health officer for the health department. "This achievement is a testament to the hard work, dedication and compassionate care provided by our entire team," Salyer added. "It reinforces our commitment to offering top-tier, safe and effective behavioral health services to those in our community who need them most." The accreditation process involves a comprehensive review of the facilities' compliance with commission standards, including patient safety, treatment planning, medication management and staff qualifications. The successful renewal highlights the health department's ongoing efforts to maintain excellence and provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals undergoing withdrawal treatment and crisis stabilization.