NCCC Tip of the Week: Maximize Your Impact with Clear Referrals!

👉 Tip: When making a referral, always use the closed-loop system (electronic referrals to network partners) whenever possible. Additionally, provide as much detail as possible about the client’s needs. Clear and specific information helps service providers offer the best support quickly and efficiently.

💡 Example: Instead of saying, “Client needs food assistance,” try “Client is a senior with limited mobility in need of home-delivered meals due to transportation barriers.”

🔹 How to Know if an Agency is a Partner: Look for the handshake icon 🤝 next to their name in the Resource Directory.

🔹 Why it Matters: Using the closed-loop system ensures better coordination, tracking, and follow-up on referrals. More precise referrals lead to faster and more effective connections to services, improving outcomes for those in need!