RDTCI integrates the skills of an array of therapists such as physical, occupational, speech, education, psychology as well as family participation, beautiful dolphins, warm water and an amazing peaceful location, to create a therapy environment that accomplishes fantastic results in a short period of time. With individualized consultations for families, parents leave feeling that they are equipped with the tools necessary to implement strategies at home in order to continue progressing toward reaching the highest potential for their child.
Prior to your arrival we will review previous therapy and medical reports and/or any records from other professionals. In addition, a parent narrative and video are suggested to assist in planning and implementing the individualized therapy program.
It is important to us that parents acclimate to the new surroundings and to the therapy program. Parents receive verbal
and written information pertaining to the course of therapy. Orientation day provides the family with the opportunity to familiarize
themselves with the program and plan for the upcoming weeks while in Grand Cayman.
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In order to better understand the relationship between humans and dolphins, get up close and personal with the animals
and get a feel what is in store for your child, RDTCI will provide a family swim. This interactive session takes place on orientation day.
Every family member (except the individual receiving therapy), including persons travelling...
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Each week a social event is planned for the family members and staff. Typically, the family and staff have their first
social on orientation day. It is important to RDTCI to meet and interact with the family and children in different environments. The social
events provide staff and families...
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Parents are an integral part of the therapy process. An initial parent consultation is conducted at the onset of therapy.
This consultation is designed to bring the therapy team and the parents together to develop a meaningful, well thought out program.
Goals and objectives are developed...
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Depending on the length of the therapy, the children will have on-dock and in-water sessions with the dolphins for the
entire duration of their stay at RDT (excluding family swim day and off-days). Each session at the waterside is designed to complement
the classroom...
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Informal meetings are held daily prior to and usually after each session. This informal parent/therapist meeting
ensures that the family is fully aware of changes in goals or objectives. Parents are also encouraged to ask questions, give suggestions
and continue to be part of the therapy process. Prior to the last...
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Depending on the needs of the child/adult, consultations are available with other staff members. Consultations such as Educational Reviews, Family Relationships, Sibling issues or other therapy components are conducted regularly.
Each week we conduct a Music/Rhythm themed session with all of our children and parents. Music is an integral part of the therapy process. Teaching simple rhythm, along with ‘singing and signing’ is a fun and educational segment for all of the families to enjoy.
Classroom sessions are conducted 2-3 times per week, depending on the client’s needs. Each classroom session is designed with the Therapy Plan in mind. Many types of activities are introduced in the classroom setting, including, but not limited to:
Comprehensive daily reports are compiled by your child’s therapist documenting the therapy, both in the classroom and on-dock activities. These summaries are included in the final report at the conclusion of the therapy course.
RDT currently conducts parent workshops several times a week. Workshop topics include the IEP (Individual Education Plan), Behavior Management, P.E.T. (Parent Education Training), Relaxation Techniques, and many other interesting topics. Workshops that are not scheduled to take place may also be requested by the parents, and held on an individual basis.
We provide formal reports along with recommendations to each family. A complete synopsis of the child's/adult's therapy, along with daily session summaries and recommendations are included in the final RDT report.
A personalized photo CD of your child’s experience at RDTCI is also provided to your family on the last day of therapy.
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