Orientation and Mobility for Aged Visually Impaired Persons

Abstract

Although the number of aged blind and visually impaired persons is rapidly increasing in the country, very little attention has been given to this population, especially in the development of orientation and mobility skills. To meet the needs of these adult blind persons, the problems of aging and of blindness must be understood by the orientation and mobility instructor. Modifications to orientation and mobility training programs and recommendations for future planning are suggested.