Certifications and Awards
Second Genesis is among the best in the nation. In the Drug Abuse Treatment Outcomes Study, the largest federally funded study of substance abuse treatment programs, the best programs only 65% of clients were retained an average of 90 days. Second Genesis retains 77% of its clients 90 days or more. Longer retention in treatment is the most consistent predictor of favorable drug abuse outcomes. Favorable outcomes include reduced substance use, increased employment, decreased criminal behavior and homelessness.
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) 3-year accreditation
Second Genesis believes its clients deserve a treatment program with integrity, backed with accreditation. This is why we have sought and earned accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Choosing Second Genesis at the highest level for any CARF accredited program (3-years) means we have passed an in-depth review of our services. Our programs have demonstrated that they meet internationally recognized standards. We make a commitment to continually enhance the quality of our programs and services, while focusing on the patients that we serve.
For more information on what the CARF accreditation process is, and means, please visit http://www.carf.org
Awards
2007: Dr. Shankman, our Founder, received the Medical Profession Award – Physician from the Caron Foundation.
2006: Second Genesis received the highest, three-year, accreditation from CARF. Dr. Shankman received the Harry Scholl, the global organization’s highest award, from the World Federation of Therapeutic Communities.
2003: Dr. Shankman received the “Washingtonian of the Year” award.
2002: Second Genesis received the highest, three-year accreditation from CARF.
2001: Second Genesis received a 1-year accreditation from the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
2000: Linda W. Cropp, Council of the District of Columbia Chairman, recognized Second Genesis for the successful treatment of 79% of those served.
1999: The Montgomery County Chamber Workforce Corporation awarded Second Genesis, Inc. with the Workforce Development Leadership Award.
1996: Dr. Shankman delivered the plenary paper, as the US representative at the WFTC conference, in St. Petersburg, Russia.
1994: Dr. Shankman, and Second Genesis, is presented with prestigious John Benjamin Nichols Award by The Medical Society of DC. On the 25th Anniversary of Second Genesis, the city of Alexandria (VA), the counties of Fairfax and Arlington (VA), Montgomery (MD), Prince Georges (MD), Anne Arundel (MD) the states of Maryland and Virginia, as well as the District of Columbia called for the observance of “The Year of Second Genesis”.
1992: Dr. Shankman is honored as one of 100 real American heroes on occasion of Maxwell House Coffee’s 100th Anniversary.
1991: Nellie Henken was named as a James Cash Penney Award Finalist for her work at Second Genesis.
1990: William Donald Schaefer, Governor of Maryland, declared June 5, 1990, “Second Genesis Day,” as the organization opened a new 120-bed facility in Anne Arundel County. He urged all citizens to observe the day, as former First Lady, Barbara Bush, graciously led the grand ribbon-cutting ceremony.
1989: Senator Edward Kennedy (D.Mass) praised Dr. Shankman “ for eloquent testimony and comments before the Senate Committee which helped build support we need to provide the American people the treatment opportunities they need and deserve.”
1987: Dr. Shankman was appointed member of the White House Conference for a Drug Free America.
1980: Rosalynn Carter commended Second Genesis by donating revenue of the 25th annual Hexagon Corporation.
1976: Betty Ford congratulated Second Genesis for “providing hope to those whose lifestyles have become self-destructive.”
