Administering Surveys

  • Options for Virtual Survey Administration

    This tip sheet provides information on ACF-approved methods for administering surveys to clients remotely.

  • nFORM User Manual

    This manual provides complete step-by-step instructions for using nFORM.

    The nFORM System User Manual was updated in October 2026 to reflect recent system enhancements, ACF guidance, and questions received through the nFORM Help Desk. Key updates include:

    • Expanded client population definitions and clarified ACF guidance on supporting individuals (pp. 2–4, 29, 40).
    • Added instructions for staff supporting multiple grants (p. 26).
    • Clarified duplicate detection procedures (pp. 42-43)
    • Clarified workshop attendance reporting for clients enrolled on the same day as a session (pp. 44, 69, 80).
    • Updated guidance on recording service contacts, referrals, incentives, and program supports (pp. 104-107)
    • Expanded PPR instructions, including completion of the cover page, progress narrative, signature, and submission (pp. 122-127).
    • Clarified operational report date filters (p. 130).
    • Updated data export and data dictionary guidance and screenshots (pp. 135–147).
    • Updated screenshots to reflect changes to DV/IPV screening functionality (throughout).
  • Options for Administering Surveys Virtually

    This tip sheet on administering surveys to clients during the public health emergency details three ways to administer surveys to clients remotely, along with the practices to follow for each method.