Helpful Information

1. Identifying the Need:

• Parent/Caregiver Concerns: Parents or caregivers often initiate the process by noticing developmental delays or concerns about their child's abilities.

• Healthcare Provider Observations: Pediatricians or other healthcare providers may observe potential issues during routine check-ups or examinations.

• Educational Professionals: Teachers or school personnel may also identify concerns and recommend evaluation.

2. Initial Consultation and Referral:

• Primary Care Physician (PCP):

  • The PCP is often the first point of contact. They will evaluate the child's concerns, conduct examinations, and may perform initial screenings.

  • If necessary, the PCP will provide a referral to a specialist, such as a physical therapist, occupational therapist, or speech-language pathologist.

3. Scheduling an Evaluation:

• Therapy Provider Contact: Once the referral is received, SOAR Therapy will contact you to schedule an initial evaluation.

• Insurance Verification: SOAR Therapy will work with families to confirm insurance coverage.

4. Initial Evaluation:

• Assessment: Our therapists will conduct a comprehensive evaluation to assess your child's strengths and weaknesses. This may involve standardized tests, observations, and interviews with the parents/caregivers.

• Treatment Plan Development: Based on the evaluation, our therapists will develop a personalized treatment plan with specific goals and interventions.

5. Treatment and Ongoing Therapy:

• Regular Sessions: Your child will attend regular therapy sessions as prescribed in the treatment plan.

• Progress Monitoring: Our therapists will monitor your child's progress and adjust the treatment plan as needed.

• Communication: Regular communication between our therapist, parents/caregivers, and the referring physician is essential.