LCT Program Coordinator hired in March 2018. Multi-D was still in effect, so this referral was the first one purely under the LCT. Client's parent was present at the LCT meeting.

LCT Members consisted of the following agencies: Department of Social Services, Department of Juvenile Services, Eastern Shore Psychological Services, Somerset County Core Service Agency, Somerset County Health Department, Department of Rehabilitative Services, Governor's Office for Children, Maryland Coalition for Families, and Somerset County Public Schools.

Additional partners to increase awareness of the LCT Program included the Somerset County Library, Judy Center, Lead4Life (prior to them coming on board), and other entities within the county that were client-facing entities.

Open communication between team members via e-mail, phone calls, and text messaging (when needed) ensured success for clear and concise communication, and knowledge sharing in regards to case management for clients and families. HIPAA regulations are also adhered to when communicating about families.

Expand reach out through presence at local events within the community to inform residents of the resource available to them within the Local Care Team

Through community outreach, this should increase the chance of families self-referring instead of the team waiting for a child or family to be referred through an agency.

Research additional funding sources and apply for smaller grants to fund materials events, guest speakers, and trainings, not just for professional partners, but for the community as well.

Data collected from March 2018 to June 2018 using meeting sign-in sheets and Microsoft Excel to track LCT Meeting participation.