Melodie Peet, Connecticut State Director, recently announced that The Institute in Connecticut has been awarded The Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL) Quality Assurances Accreditation for three years. We are currently the only agency in Connecticut to hold this accreditation. CQL promotes excellence in person-centered services and supports that lead to the increased quality of life. They offer training, accreditation, consultation and certification services to organizations and systems that share their vision of dignity, opportunity and community. The Institute was awarded accreditation by demonstrating proficiency in Shared Values, Basic Assurances, and Personal Outcome Measures. The accreditation process is grounded in over 40 years of leadership and peer-reviewed research. View CQL Accreditation