Love INC
Clearinghouse Model
Receive request for
help:
Requests
are received either directly from a person in need or a person in
need is referred to the local Love INC office by a network church or
local agency.
Assess the Need:
Specially
trained Love INC volunteers or staff screen the request for extent
of the need and legitimacy and discover any deeper issues fueling
the crisis.
Provide Help:
The
request is referred to the most appropriate Love INC partner church,
agency or faith-based organization. Staff or volunteers swing into
action, providing whatever resources or outreach programs are
appropriate to address the need(s).
Follow Up:
The Love
INC office reviews the outcome. Was the immediate need met> Is there
a core issue that requires longer-term attention? The follow-up also
provides and opportunity for the recipient to become connected to a
church if he or she so desires.
