In an era of decreasing resources, it is more important than ever to make sure that clients in need of social services have the ability to get the help they need.  One way to ensure that clients are connected to the services they require is by making meaningful referrals to providers who can best serve each specific need. 

Referrals work best when state and local government agencies, non-profit organizations, social service providers, and educational institutions know about the services offered by other agencies in our community.  And in our busy work environment, it is often difficult to find time to learn about other agencies. 

The Solution?  The Snohomish County Agency Resource Fair. 

On Tuesday, October 3, from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, at McCollum Park in Everett , state and local government agencies, non-profit organizations, social service providers and educational institutions will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face, network, and learn about the community of agencies in our county.

Fair attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the Self-Sufficiency Matrix, a client assessment tool based on Results Oriented Management and Accountability (ROMA) standards, as well as attend training sessions about the Self-Sufficiency Calculator.

The fair will not be open to clients but rather will focus on staff who make referrals in the community.

With a better understanding of the services available to Snohomish County residents and knowledge of the latest tools to measure client self-sufficiency, agencies will be empowered to serve clients more efficiently through meaningful referrals.  In addition, the Fair will foster a climate of celebration of the connections between and among human service providers in Snohomish County. 

The Resource Fair and training sessions are the result of a partnership between Washington State Employment Security Department, Department of Social and Health Services, the Snohomish County Workforce Development Council, Department of Vocational Rehabilitation, Snohomish County Human Services, United Way of Snohomish County, and the Everett Housing Authority.

Want to get involved? Register your social service agency today!   Space is limited and registrations will be taken on a first come, first served basis. 

Want to learn more? Click here to view a flyer about the event. Call or email Amy Persell at (425) 921-3487 with any questions.