Here is a list of activities other HAH services have used to optimise their referral mechanisms.
HAH enables self-referrals or referrals by family/informal carer
HAH includes a pro-active element to draw in suitable patients (e.g. directing marketing to those under-represented groups, )
Referral process into HAH is easy and quick
Does not require lengthy forms, but enough information is collected so HAH do not have to routinely seek additional details
Forms are readily available and can be sent to HAH in a variety of ways (email, website form)
Shared IT systems / patient records