- (888) 604-5527
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Find StrongSteps referral forms, program information, eligibility guides, service-area information, provider instructions, and materials you can share with individuals and families. Whether you’re preparing your first StrongSteps referral or regularly work with our programs, this Resource Center is designed to make finding the right information easier. Need help finding something? Call (888) 604-5527.
Ready to submit a referral? Access the StrongSteps referral process.
Find current referral forms and program-specific referral materials.
Review information about StrongSteps programs and services.
Determine whether a StrongSteps program may be appropriate.
Determine where StrongSteps programs are currently available.
Can't find what you need? Call (888) 604-5527.
All referral resources are currently being made and processed by our team. We will upload them as soon as they are finalized.
A concise overview of StrongSteps programs and referral pathways.
Step-by-step instructions for making a StrongSteps referral.
Quick-reference information about programs and general eligibility requirements.
Current information regarding program-specific geographic availability.
Information about StrongSteps CORE services, eligibility, referral pathways, and documentation requirements.
Plain-language information providers can share with individuals and families.
PSR Program Information, PSR Eligibility Guide, PSR Referral Instructions, PSR Referral Form, Documentation Checklist, Client Information Sheet.
PSR+ Program Information, Education & Employment Support Overview, Eligibility Guide, Referral Instructions, Referral Form, Documentation Checklist, Client Information Sheet.
FST Program Information, Family Support Overview, Eligibility Information, Referral Instructions, Referral Form, Family Information Sheet, applicable authorization information.
Peer Support Program Information, Eligibility Guide, Referral Instructions, Referral Form, Client Information Sheet, What to Expect From Peer Support.
Community Support Program Overview, Eligibility Information, Referral Instructions, Provider Information Sheet, Client Handout.
Care Coordination Overview, Eligibility Information, Referral Guide, Provider Information, Client Information.
Community Navigation Overview, Referral Information, Community Resource Navigation Guide, Provider Information Sheet, Client Handout.
Transition Support Overview, Hospital & Discharge Planning Guide, Referral Checklist, Provider Information, Transition Referral Form, Client Information.
Youth & Young Adult Program Information, Eligibility Information, Referral Instructions, Family Information, School/College Partner Information, Community Resource Materials.
Housing & Basic Needs Overview, Community Navigation Information, Resource Connection Guide, Provider Information, Client Resource Guide. Referral or navigation assistance does not guarantee financial assistance, housing placement, benefits approval, or availability of another community resource.
Determine what the individual would like help with.
Review Programs & Eligibility.
Confirm geographic availability.
Explain StrongSteps and the proposed referral to the individual when appropriate.
Follow applicable privacy and information-sharing requirements.
Use the program-specific checklist. Documentation guides identify what is REQUIRED, what is needed only IF APPLICABLE, and what you should NOT SEND UNLESS REQUESTED.
Use the designated referral pathway.
Keep the referral confirmation information. StrongSteps may request additional information, and will provide information regarding next steps as permitted and appropriate.
Plain-language materials you can give to individuals before making a referral: About StrongSteps, What to Expect After a Referral, Peer Support, Community Navigation, Housing & Basic Needs, Your Rights & Choices.
Resources for families and natural supports explaining StrongSteps, Family Support & Training, peer support, recovery-oriented care, how referrals work, privacy and confidentiality, and community resources. Family involvement may depend on the individual's preferences, authorization, age, program requirements and applicable law.
For hospitals, emergency departments, behavioral-health units, inpatient and residential programs, discharge planners, social workers and care managers: discharge referral guide, transition support and, referral checklist, service area information. When possible, begin referrals before discharge.
For school professionals, college staff, student-support teams, counselors, social workers, accessibility offices and community partners: program overview, youth and young adult resources, community navigation, peer and recovery support, mental-health education materials and referral information.
Downloadable materials for organizations that want to share StrongSteps with the people they serve: one-page overview, program flyer, referral information, contact card, digital social graphics, website/QR code graphic, community resource handout and partnership information.
Current versions of approved authorization and release forms, including Authorization to Release Information, Authorization to Communicate With Provider, and program-specific forms. Do not assume one generic release form is appropriate for every StrongSteps program.
Each resource should identify whether it can be downloaded, completed online, uploaded through a secure portal, or submitted through another approved method. Follow the submission instructions attached to the applicable referral form.
Do not send protected clinical records, Social Security numbers, financial information, or other unnecessary sensitive information to a general StrongSteps email address unless StrongSteps has specifically established an approved secure process. If you’re unsure how to submit documentation, call (888) 604-5527.
You do not need to submit another referral just to ask about the first one. Have your referral confirmation number, the individual’s name, the date submitted, your referring organization and your contact information available.
Use the designated referral-status process or call (888) 604-5527. Information StrongSteps can provide may depend on applicable privacy and authorization requirements.
Referral requirements can change. StrongSteps programs, Medicaid requirements, payer requirements, documentation standards, service areas and referral processes may change, so always use the current version of StrongSteps materials from this Resource Center. If you previously downloaded a form, verify it is still current before submitting it — look for LAST UPDATED: on each resource. When in doubt, call (888) 604-5527.
Use the Referral Forms section of this Resource Center. Always verify that you're using the current version.
You may keep copies for convenient access, but forms and requirements can change. Verify the version against the StrongSteps website before using a previously saved form.
No. Different programs may require different information, documentation, eligibility verification, or referral pathways.
Visit Programs & Eligibility.
Visit Service Areas.
Yes. Use the Client & Family Materials section for plain-language resources intended to be shared.
Follow the submission instructions for the specific referral. Do not assume general email is an approved method for transmitting sensitive information.
Call (888) 604-5527. Tell us what program or resource you're looking for and our team can help identify the appropriate resource.
Each resource displays a Last Updated date and, where appropriate, a version number.
Providers and community partners may request StrongSteps informational materials for provider offices, hospitals, community organizations, resource fairs, schools, colleges, community events, staff education and outreach activities. Availability may vary.
Find the program. Check eligibility. Confirm the service area. Download the right materials. Submit the referral. And if something isn't clear, call 844-239-3280.
