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Merint Determination Center’s new branch for Special Eds to open in Dubai Silicon Oasis in April 2025 for PODs.

MDC

Updated: Jan 16

Dubai Silicon Oasis is set to welcome a new special needs center in April 2025, promising a affordable  reliable, and accessible therapy-based services for individuals with Speech & Developmental Delays . The center’s establishment comes in response to growing requests from parents in the area who have long sought specialized services closer to their homes.

The facility is enhanced with a outdoor garden which gives younger children an opportunity to outdoors activity which is the only one of a kind in that part of Dubai. Outdoors have been proven to escalate motor skills as well as peer interaction in group set ups.



Filling a gap in the community

Parents in Dubai Silicon Oasis and surrounding areas have voiced the need for a dedicated facility to cater to children with speech & developmental delays as well as autism. With the launch of this center, families will have access to therapeutic services without having to commute to distant locations.

The center aims to cater to needs of children & individuals to get the required therapies crucial for speech , communication , behavioral  by providing both individualized therapies and structured programs in a combination , the new facility is designed to address the diverse needs of children with speech delays , Hyperactivity , ADHD, Learning Disability  and Autism.


Comprehensive Programs Tailored to Every Child


The center will offer individual sessions as well  a full-day school program , Afternoon Programs for 2-3 hours,  weekend programs as well as extracurricular activities such as yoga, dance, singing , coding and art .This holistic approach will ensure that children will be a part a supervised structure , a routine to receive the intervention  that addresses both their therapeutic, needs and Social needs.

In addition to the school program, individualized therapy sessions will also be available. These sessions will focus on specific areas such as:

  • Speech Therapy: Helping children develop effective communication skills.

  • Occupational Therapy: Enhancing fine motor skills, sensory integration, and self-care abilities.

  • Behavioral Therapy: Supporting children in developing positive behaviors and coping mechanisms.

By tailoring services to the unique requirements of each child, the center aims to deliver measurable progress and empower children to reach their full potential.

 

Affordable and Accessible Services


Recognizing the financial burden that therapy services can place on families, the center is committed to providing affordable options thru many programs so that each family can enroll their child. This approach reflects its mission to ensure that every child, regardless of their background, has access to the support they need.

Located in the heart of Dubai Silicon Oasis, the center’s accessibility is another major advantage. Buses will run all over DSO as well as adjoining areas reducing travel time and enabling more consistent participation in programs.


A Vision for the Future


The opening of this center marks a significant step toward inclusivity and community development in Dubai. By addressing the needs of children with developmental and speech delays, it aims to foster a culture of understanding and acceptance.

As the center prepares to open its doors in April 2025, it stands as a testament to the power of community advocacy and the importance of accessible services. Families in Dubai Silicon Oasis can now look forward to joining hands with Merint where their children’s unique needs are met with care, expertise, and compassion.  Its tough to beat someone who refuses to give up !


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