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CARF International to purchase and display consumer artwork

Four original works of consumer art have been selected to be purchased and displayed in the CARF International headquarters office located in Tucson, Arizona.
All original works of art were created in David Antonio’s art class at Profiles Enrichment Center, the adult day program of Independent Living Services, in Conway. Four of the eleven works of art
“Response to our invitation to submit photos of artwork was enthusiastic,” according to CARF International.  ”We received nearly 1,000 submissions, which exceeded our expectations. All submissions seemed to magnificently capture the artists’ feelings and interpretations.”
“This is really great news for our art class. I knew we had a good chance of having artwork selected, but I wasn’t expecting it,” said Art Instructor David Antonio. “The consumers were very proud of each other’s accomplishments. When they found out their classmates were given a $100 for their artwork, they gave them a thunderous applause.”

Sailboat on a Lake by David K.

Watercolor on paper

“I think of Lake Conway in the evening when I look at my painting. I go fishing with a rod and reel on the lake sometimes.”

Black American by Janice H.

Acrylic on canvas

“I like to draw and paint faces. I use bright colors that reflect my African-American culture.”

Sea Waves of Color by Wesley E.

Acrylic on canvas

“The warm colors in the background remind me of waves, the blues remind me of the sea and the cross reminds me of Jesus dying for my sins.”

The House by Terry A.

Acrylic on canvas

“I like the colors and the scenery. I would like to live here one day.”



Founded in 1966 as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, CARF International is an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services.

CARF’s mission is to promote the quality, value, and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process that centers on enhancing the lives of the persons served.

Independent Living Services has been accredited by CARF for a period of three years for the following services:

  • Community Services: Community Housing
  • Community Services: Community Integration
  • Community Services: Supported Living
  • Employment Services: Organizational Employment Services

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