Parental Assistance in Orientation and Mobility Instruction

Abstract

Parents of blind children can give important support to the professional orientation and mobility specialist, especially if they familiarize themselves with the various aspects of an orientation and mobility course of instruction. The use of occlusion is especially helpful in giving parents first hand experience with the skills the children will be taught. Suggestions are provided for parental assistance in the areas of basic skills, concept development, motor development, and long cane training.