A. Meric O'Grady
Speech and Language Pathology LLC

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Parent Information

Child Forms

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What are some signs and/or symptoms that your child may benefit from a Speech and Language evaluation?

  • Is not understood by others
  • Is frustrated with communicating
  • Is not speaking and following directions like other peers his/her age
  • Is doing poorly in school
  • Has difficulties with reading and/or writing
  • Has difficulties interacting with peers
  • Seems to have difficulties communicating with peers
  • Has difficulties retelling a story or event These lists are not all-inclusive and an evaluation is necessary to determine if therapy is appropriate for each child

What are some signs and/or symptoms that your child may benefit from an Oral Motor or Feeding evaluation?

  • Your child has feeding and swallowing difficulties
  • Your child refuses to eat new foods or textures
  • Your child does not tolerate or limits fruits, vegetables, meats, or combined textures
  • Your child spits out or pockets food in cheeks
  • Your child tires from chewing
  • Your child coughs or chokes during the intake of foods or beverages
  • You make a separate meal for your child
  • These lists are not all-inclusive and an evaluation is necessary to determine if therapy is appropriate for each child
  • For children who are experiencing speech and language difficulties, early intervention is the key to their development and success