STEP 1: Referral or Self-Initiation

Good news: You may be referred to Hand in Hand through a partner organization ; or you can sign up on your own!

STEP 2: Intake Forms

Complete a quick online intake form or schedule an in-person appointment to complete it in our office

STEP 3: Introductory Counseling Session

Meet with one of our licensed clinical professionals to talk through your goals, time commitments, and existing barriers.

We use industry-standard tools to evaluate your social determinants of health and needs.

STEP 4: Good-Faith Partnership Agreement

Affirm a mutual commitment to your success by signing a partnership agreement to acknowledge your engagement in the process

This ensures mutual accountability and a strong foundation for success.

STEP 5: Navigation & Resource Mapping

Match with a skilled resource navigator who will identify the most relevant support systems available that fits your needs (housing, healthcare, employment, etc.). 

Your navigator will map out a plan for achieving your desired outcome and can help with supportive tasks such as but not limited to: administrative support, appointment setting, form completion, referral management, agency liaising, and service advocacy

STEP 6: Follow-Up & Continued Support

After goals are met, we’ll complete a follow-up evaluation to gain your feedback with post-check-ins to ensure lasting support. 

This helps us to improve our capabilities, refine our methods, and measure our impact.