Make sure that when you finish discussing a specific area (e.g.,
mental health or domestic violence), you have a clear
understanding of the applicant's situation and that you have
enough information to judge whether a referral is needed.  Make
sure you identify any barriers the client faces and determine if
the client needs any supportive services to achieve their goals.
Helpful suggestions, like when to make a referral and things to
look for when working with the family, are included on the
assessment forms. They are there to help you more accurately
evaluate the family's situation.  Regardless of the method used
to complete the assessment, information must be collected on all
the areas concerning the client and their family necessary to
have a clear understanding of the family's situation.