What should be included in the screening and admission note for ACT program admission?

For an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program admission, it is essential to include the reasons for referral and immediate service needs in the screening and admission note. This is crucial for providing context on why the individual is seeking services and what their most pressing needs are at the time of admission.

Understanding the reasons behind a client's referral helps the treatment team to tailor an effective response and set priorities that align with the client's current situation. Immediate service needs often inform interventions, ensuring that the team can address urgent issues related to the client’s mental health or social circumstances without delay.

While other elements, such as a history of prior treatments, medication lists, and family background, can be helpful in forming a comprehensive understanding of the client, they do not provide the immediate context necessary for establishing initial service priorities. Thus, focusing on reasons for referral and immediate needs is most critical for an effective and client-centered admission process in the ACT program.