The Hope Source, Inc.

The Center for Dynamic Minds offers therapeutic education for children with home, parent-based RDI Programs.
 

Mission: To promote collaboration, problem-solving, dynamic communication, flexible and creative thinking, and self-awareness for dynamic intelligence in children with autism spectrum disorders.
 

Program: We use the RDI Program as our primary intervention for autism at Dynamic Minds. The center supports the child's home program with daily, direct extension, incorporating the cognitive, social, and emotional remediation objectives into the child's entire day.  All of the activities at the center are dynamic in nature and individualized to meet the child’s individual objectives and goals.  We aim to build the foundations needed for successful quality of life in real-world settings.
 

Curriculum:  The curriculum is based on the Indiana State Academic Standards. Our approach used to meet these standards is dynamic, experiential, and individualized based on the needs of every child and adolescent. While many standards are static in nature, some require developmental components that are targeted with RDI.  We also incorporate functional skills into the curriculum.
 

Other therapies: At the center, we understand that individuals with ASD have co-occurring needs. We collaborate with outside professionals to incorporate occupational, speech therapy, and any other therapies needed for each child.  We utilize behavior modification to target non-symptomatic behaviors.  Students may allow attend outside courses with an extender, like home school gym, swimming, or art classes, etc.
 

Students:  While most of the students at Dynamic Minds have been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, we do not limit dynamic intelligence and developmental remediation to only those with ASD.  Children and adolescents ages 4-22 may attend the center.  Students must be meeting their RDI Program objectives in their home environment, facilitated by an RDI Program Certified Consultant.

Staff: Our staff is committed to provide best practices to individuals with ASD.  We have a range of educational backgrounds, including social work, education/special education, and speech therapy.  RDI Program Certified Consultants train and supervise the “extenders” on the RDI objectives. Our Educational Coordinator monitors and individualizes the curriculum of each student.  Extenders work with students at 1:1 ratio.
 

Facility/Capacity:  Until June 2011, our center’s capacity is 8 children and 4 adolescents. We are committed to quality of services, keeping enrollment limited while we ensure progress is exceptional with all of our students.  The center has 3 open therapy rooms, two large group rooms (lunch and group activities), calming space, and sensory gym.  Separate from the main center and near the office, we have a large room for our adolescent students.  We have frequent outings during the week, especially in the warmer weather, in order for the child to meet objectives in more dynamic, complex environments.  Home extension is also available with no limit on number of children served.
 

Schedule:  Our center hours are 9:00am-3:00pm M-F and 3:00-5:00pm for after school extension.  Home extension can extend to evening hours and weekends based on needs of child and family.  Students may receive extension on a part-time basis for 6-15 hours or full-time basis for 18-30 hours per week.  Students attending for less than 9 hours will receive RDI Program services only. 

Lunch is between 11:30-12:30 which allows for transitions, socialization, independent play, and sensory integration.  Students are engaged in 1:1 individualized treatment and dynamic curriculum, with the exception of 3 group times during the day.  RDI Programming makes up 70 percent of the students daily focus.
 

Enrollment:  To enroll in Dynamic Minds, the family and student must be beginning or involved in a home, RDI Program.  We know that it is best practice to have consistency across environments.  Sessions are January-June and July-December.  Please contact a consultant to learn more.
 

Cost: Fees for direct extension services are separate from the home program. The cost is $45 per hour. We offer financial assistance to those who qualify.  Many insurance policies are reimbursing and covering these services.  Please contact our office to find out how to seek approval.  Our office staff will assist you in any way we can.