Greenwich, CT (Aug. 12, 2025) – Greenwich Hospital has received accreditation from The Joint Commission under the Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Behavioral Health Care and Human Services for its Adult and Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). This prestigious recognition affirms the hospital’s commitment to providing safe, high-quality and patient-centered behavioral healthcare services.
“This recognition from The Joint Commission is a testament to the dedication of Dr. Gregory Berlin, Dr. Jessica Dodge and our entire behavioral health team’s unwavering commitment to meeting the highest standards of care,” said Bob Blenderman, PA, president, Greenwich Hospital. “We are proud to provide vital mental health services that truly make a difference in the lives of our community members.”
The three-year accreditation follows a comprehensive review and a 60-day Evidence of Standards Compliance process, culminating in a full survey conducted by The Joint Commission – the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care. This rigorous evaluation ensures that all behavioral health programs meet or exceed national standards in areas such as patient care, treatment planning, risk management and clinical quality.
“This accreditation reinforces the strength and structure of our adult and adolescent programs,” said Gregory Berlin, MD, program director, Behavioral Health at Greenwich Hospital. “It highlights our ability to provide safe, evidence-based and compassionate care for people of all ages navigating mental health challenges.”
With this distinction, Greenwich Hospital joins an elite group of behavioral health programs recognized for excellence in care delivery.
Greenwich Hospital’s IOPs offer comprehensive mental health treatment for adolescents and adults who require structured, short-term support while continuing to live at home. The programs focus on individualized care, family involvement and coordination with schools and primary care providers to ensure lasting impact.
Greenwich Hospital joins Yale New Haven and Bridgeport Hospitals as the third delivery network within the Yale New Haven Health System to earn this distinction.
Greenwich Hospital is a member of Yale New Haven Health. Greenwich is a 206-bed (includes 32 isolettes) community hospital serving lower Fairfield County, Connecticut and Westchester County, New York. It is a academic affiliate of Yale School of Medicine. Since opening in 1903, Greenwich Hospital has evolved into a progressive medical center and teaching institution representing all medical specialties and offering a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic and wellness programs. Greenwich Hospital is recognized throughout the healthcare industry as a leader in service and patient satisfaction excellence. Greenwich Hospital has the prestigious Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the nation’s highest honor of nursing excellence. www.greenwichhospital.org
