A form collects data to be stored in a list. Generally, before creating a new form, you will create a new list, then create columns to place in the form for your staff to enter data. The form is presented to staff users by a Filter Page, which you will need to configure in the Filter Page Wizard. If you do not have the Filter Page Wizard Add-On installed you can consult with your Product Expert about it.
In ShareVision a form is called a Content Type. In ShareVision you can create multiple Content Types (forms) that share columns, collecting data for the one list. Each form can contain shared columns and columns unique to a content type. With multiple content types on a list, a Filter page can be configured for each content type using the Filter Page Wizard. Each filter page will filter the list to display for staff only the records (items) for an Individual, Program or Residence and a 'new form' link to create items.
ShareVision also provides the ability to use and create Site Content Types. These are essentially template content types that you can add to a list. See: How to Create a New Form for Users See: Form Extension Add-on See: Form Header Add-on See: Form Help Content Add-on | 
