St. Lukes Elks Rehab Blog

What is a screening?

• A speech and language screening assesses a child’s abilities in the areas of: voice (tone, loudness), articulation (pronouncing sounds), fluency (stuttering), and language (understanding and using words).

 

Who is a candidate for a screening?

• Any child, ages 3-5, who has shown cause for concern relating to speech and language development.   

 

How long will the screening take to complete?

• Screenings take approximately 15 minutes.  Results and recommendations are provided at the conclusion of the screening.  Results may determine if a child is a candidate for a comprehensive assessment in the areas indicated. 

 

How do I schedule an appointment?

• Call Jasmynn or Patricia, at 489-5880 to schedule your free screening.Â
  • Screenings are held from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on scheduled dates.  Jasmynn or Patricia will inform you of the next available dates.    

 

St. Luke’s ♦ Idaho Elks Pediatric Rehabilitation Services

600 E. Riverpark Ln., Suite 105

Boise, ID 83706

(208) 489-5880 Fax (208) 658-9820

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