Published on October 29, 2026 6:12 am
Last Updated on October 29, 2026 6:12 am
Teutopolis, Ill. — Community Support Systems is excited to share that it has been awarded Quality Assurances Accreditation from CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership. The attainment of this accreditation demonstrates that Community Support Systems is aligning with internationally renowned standards in the human services field. These standards involve the implementation of sound systems and person-centered practices that help to improve the lives of people with disabilities. The three-year accreditation term runs from August 28, 2026, through August 28, 2029.
“Congratulations to everyone from Community Support Systems for their achievement of Quality Assurances Accreditation!” says Mary Kay Rizzolo, President and Chief Executive Officer of CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership. “Through this accreditation, they’re showing the people they support, employees, families, and others that they genuinely care about enhancing the quality of their services.”
Serving an eleven-county area throughout central and east central Illinois, Community Support Systems is committed to enhancing opportunities for people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and play.
“This accreditation reflects who we are and how we serve people,” says Andy Kistler, Executive Director of Community Support Systems. “It confirms our focus on quality, dignity, and supporting people to achieve the lives they choose.”
Quality Assurances Accreditation is a three-year term that helps organizations build and strengthen a strong foundation for responsive, person-centered supports and services. The components of accreditation include numerous planning meetings, the validation of a Basic Assurances® Self-Assessment, visits, focus groups, ongoing consultation, and more. Through their initial accreditation review and subsequent visits, Community Support Systems will be equipped with the knowledge and tools needed for ongoing organizational transformation.
“We recognize that accreditation isn’t easy and requires a significant amount of time, resources, and investment,” adds Katherine Dunbar, Vice President of Services and Systems Excellence of CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership. “The level of commitment that Community Support Systems has for quality services is truly admirable and it’s an honor to partner with them.”
