Become a FARR-Certified Recovery Residence
At FARR, we're committed to ensuring that recovery residences across Florida provide safe, stable, and supportive housing.
FARR certification demonstrates your commitment to providing high-quality recovery housing. By complying with the strict guidelines set by NARR and Florida law, you not only uphold excellence but also promote trust within the community.
Steps to Certification:
FARR Certification is a consultative process that begins with a thorough review of the NARR Standard by the prospective applicant. Providers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these standards to ensure their recovery residences align with national guidelines.
The application involves submitting detailed information about the organization, including legal structure, locations, and key contacts. Applicants must agree to the FARR Certification and Compliance Agreement and acknowledge the NARR Codes of Ethics.
1. Provide Organization Details
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Submit information about your organization (LLC, Corporation, Non-profit, etc.), locations, and key contacts.
2. Agree to Terms
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Read and sign the FARR Certification and Compliance Agreement
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Acknowledge the NARR Codes of Ethics
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Complete the Legacy Contact Form
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Complete the CRRA Guidelines Form
3. Phone Interview
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We'll contact you to complete a phone interview and provide additional details.
4. Payment
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You’ll receive an invoice via our online payment system.
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Payment is due upon receipt. If payment is not remitted within 30 days, a 3% late fee will be applied to your invoice, and your application may be withdrawn.
There are three ways to get started with your application:
Call the FARR office at 561-299-0405
Begin your application through our portal:
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All owners, directors, and chief financial officers must undergo Level II Background Clearance as mandated by Florida Statute § 397.487. Instructions for completing the background check, including fingerprinting, are provided by FARR staff.
Process
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Complete the Level II Background Screening forms provided by FARR.
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Email the completed forms to info@farronline.org with your organization's name in the subject line.
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Within seven days, FARR will initiate the background screening, and you'll receive instructions to complete fingerprinting and screening.
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1. Policy Templates
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Once your application, payment, and background checks are complete, we'll provide policy templates for required documentation.
2. Submit Documents
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Develop and upload the necessary documents through our online portal.
3. Review and Feedback
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FARR staff will review your submissions and provide feedback.
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Make any requested amendments to ensure compliance.
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Upon documentation compliance, all legislative requirements having been met, and pre-inspection of the property meeting national standards, FARR may issue a Provisional Certificate.
Provisional Certificate
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Issued after your documentation meets compliance standards and the pre-inspection of the property meets national standards.
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Before your provisional certificate expires, a Regional Coordinator will contact you.
Assessment Details. FARR will:
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Review consents, logs, records, and protocols.
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Tour your location to ensure compliance with national standards.
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Confirm that your operations align with your documented policies.
Compliance Measurement
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Assessed through document reviews and interviews with staff and residents.
Goal
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Ensure programming and all locations meet FARR Certification standards by providing a safe, stable, and supportive environment.
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After the onsite assessment, FARR staff submits a report outlining any areas that may require attention. If needed, the provider must submit a Corrective Action Plan within 30 days. Once all compliance measures are satisfactorily met, the provider receives their annual certification, demonstrating their commitment to excellence and adherence to strict guidelines set by NARR and Florida law.
Onsite Report
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After the assessment, we'll submit a report via the online portal.
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If needed, you'll have 30 days to address any issues.
Certification
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Once approved, you'll receive your official annual FARR certification.
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Renewal of certification is initiated by FARR 90 days prior to expiration. Providers confirm their organization's information, pay renewal fees, and schedule the next onsite assessment.
Note: As of July 1, 2022, providers must have at least one Certified Recovery Residence Administrator (CRRA) per 50 clients unless a CRRA Coverage Policy is approved by FARR. This credential is offered by the Florida Certification Board and ensures that qualified professionals oversee the recovery residences.
Initiation
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90 days before your certificate expires, we'll contact you to begin renewal.
Update Information
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Confirm and update your organization's details.
Payment and Scheduling
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Pay renewal fees.
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Schedule your next onsite assessment.
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FARR is dedicated to promoting quality recovery housing by ensuring providers comply with the National Standards.
While we are not a licensing authority nor the "recovery residence police," our mission is to support providers in achieving excellence. Our certification team, comprised of trained administrative and field personnel, collaborates openly with applicants. Through transparent communication, we guide owners, managers, and staff to meet the required standards.
The duration of the certification process varies based on your preparedness, motivation, and experience. Our shared objective is successful certification, and with this mutual goal, FARR maintains unwavering integrity by ensuring providers consistently demonstrate compliance with the NARR Standards and the FARR Code of Ethics.
Apply for FARR Certification Today.
FARR certification signifies quality and trust.
Adherence to strict standards set by the National Alliance for Recovery Residences.
Meets NARR Quality Standards and Florida law.
Ensures ethical practices for safe, stable, and supportive environments.
FARR Certification Process
Application
Begin by applying online or calling FARR. Provide your organization's details and agree to the Certification Agreement and Codes of Ethics.
Compliance Documentation
Submit the required documents through our portal. FARR reviews them for compliance, requesting amendments if necessary.
Onsite Assessment & Review
FARR conducts an onsite visit to verify operations align with policies, ensuring your residence is safe, stable, and supportive.