Praesidium Accreditation
Committed to the Highest Standards in Youth Safety
Decatur Family YMCA is proud to be Praesidium Accredited, a national recognition awarded to organizations that demonstrate excellence in abuse prevention and child safety practices.
Achieving this accreditation reflects our deep, ongoing commitment to providing a safe, nurturing environment for all children, youth, and vulnerable individuals we serve.
What is Praesidium Accreditation?
Praesidium is a nationally recognized leader in abuse risk management. Their rigorous accreditation process evaluates eight key operational areas that impact safety, including:
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Policies and Procedures
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Screening and Selection
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Training
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Monitoring and Supervision
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Internal Feedback Systems
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Consumer Participation
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Response
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Administrative Practices
Organizations that earn this accreditation must demonstrate compliance with over 800 best practice standards and complete an intensive review and site visit.
What This Means for Our Community
Being Praesidium Accredited means that you can trust the Decatur Family YMCA to:
✔ Prioritize the safety and well-being of children and families
✔ Uphold the highest standards of screening, supervision, and training
✔ Provide staff and volunteers with ongoing abuse prevention education
✔ Respond swiftly and responsibly to any concerns
We don't just meet expectations—we strive to exceed them in every area of youth protection.
THE Y'S MOST IMPORTANT WORK IS CREATING SAFE ENVIRONMENTS FOR YOUTH.
Ensuring the safety and well-being of young people is foundational to everything we do at the Y to help them learn, grow, and thrive. That any youth would experience harm while in our care is unacceptable.
ABUSE IS PREVENTABLE WHEN WE ALL PLAY A PART.
Click the buttons below to learn how Decatur Family YMCA protects our youth and vulnerable adults, and see how you can partner with us in creating a safe environment for everyone.