For Parents

Speech and Language Pre-Evaluation Form

Complete this intake before your consultation. Answer each item based on your child's current communication patterns.

Estimate time to complete form: 8-12 mins

Child and Caregiver Information

Service History, Consent, and Communication Preference

Current Concerns and Child Profile

If unsure, choose the best answer based on your child's behavior in the last 3 months.

CP1. In the past 3 months, have you had concerns about your child's speech clarity?*

CP2. In the past 3 months, have you had concerns about your child's understanding of language?*

CP3. In the past 3 months, have you had concerns about your child's ability to express wants and needs?*

CP4. In the past 3 months, has anyone else (teacher, pediatrician, family member) raised concerns about communication?*

CP5. In the past 3 months, has your child become frustrated when trying to communicate?*

CP6. In the past 3 months, have communication challenges affected daily routines (meals, play, bedtime, outings)?*

CP7. Does your child currently receive speech-language therapy or early intervention services?*

CP8. Has your child had a prior speech-language evaluation?*

CP9. Has your child lost words or communication skills they previously used?*

CP10. Before 12 months of age, did your child use babbling sounds like "ba-ba" or "ma-ma"?*

CP11. Before 16 months of age, did your child use at least one meaningful word?*

Language Use and Comprehension

If unsure, choose the best answer based on your child's behavior in the last 3 months.

LU1. In the past 3 months, has your child used words, signs, or gestures to communicate needs?*

LU2. In the past 3 months, has your child combined two or more words/signs/gestures to communicate ideas?*

LU3. In the past 3 months, could familiar adults usually understand your child?*

LU4. In the past 3 months, could unfamiliar adults usually understand your child?*

LU5. In the past 3 months, has your child followed simple one-step directions (for example: "Give me the ball," "High-Five!," or "Bring your cup")?*

LU6. In the past 3 months, has your child followed two-step directions (for example: "Pick up the truck and put it on the table," "Go to the kitchen and get your shoes," or "Touch your nose, then clap your hands")?*

LU7. In the past 3 months, has your child pointed, shown, or brought items to share attention with you?*

LU8. In the past 3 months, has your child engaged in back-and-forth communication (sounds, words, signs, gestures, or eye contact)?*

Social Communication and Play

If unsure, choose the best answer based on your child's behavior in the last 3 months.

SP1. In the past 3 months, has your child imitated sounds, words, gestures, or actions during play?*

SP2. In the past 3 months, has your child engaged in pretend play (for example, feeding a doll or acting out routines)?*

SP3. In the past 3 months, has your child initiated interaction with caregivers or peers?*

SP4. In the past 3 months, has your child responded when their name is called?*

SP5. In the past 3 months, has your child maintained attention to a shared activity for at least a few minutes?*

SP6. In the past 3 months, has your child used communication to repair misunderstandings (repeat, rephrase, gesture, or show)?*

Hearing and Medical Background

If unsure, choose the best answer based on your child's behavior in the last 3 months.

HM1. Has your child had a hearing screening in the last 12 months?*

HM2. Has your child had frequent ear infections (3+ in 6 months or 4+ in 12 months)?*

HM3. Does your child often cover ears, avoid noisy places, or become distressed by everyday sounds?*

HM4. Has your child had feeding, swallowing, or oral-motor concerns?*

HM5. Was your child born preterm or with any significant birth complications?*

HM6. Does your child have any diagnosed medical, developmental, or neurological conditions?*

Family Language and Access Context

If unsure, choose the best answer based on your child's behavior in the last 3 months.

FC1. Is more than one language used in your home?*

FC2. Would you like support strategies that include your home language(s)?*

FC3. In the past 3 months, have caregiving responsibilities or scheduling made it hard to attend in-person appointments?*

FC4. Do you feel confident using language-building strategies during daily routines right now?*

FC5. Would you like coaching for communication routines during meals, play, and transitions?*

FC6. Do you have access to a device and internet for telehealth sessions?*

Parent Goals and Priorities

If unsure, choose the best answer based on your child's behavior in the last 3 months.

What are your top goals?*

Select all that apply

Primary goal (optional)

Optional: choose one if you want us to prioritize first.

Choose one main priority to rank your goals.

Care Plan Preferences

If unsure, choose the best answer based on your child's behavior in the last 3 months.

CPP1. Would you like a caregiver-led home plan with weekly practice activities?*

CPP2. Would you like referrals for additional services if needed?*