White canes assist a person with low, or no vision, to move about.
The white cane gives the user information about the environment they are travelling through.
Meet Michael
Michael uses a white cane to get to and from school, as well as to move safely around his classroom and the playground.
His white cane is also a good way for people around him to know that he cannot see.
Michael had a support worker teach him how to use his white cane. They practiced together at home, in the classroom and in the playground. When he was confident they then practiced walking to and from school. Now he can do this on his own or with his friends.
Question
What other vision assistive product do you think Michael may use?
Michael is learning to read braille at school.
He uses a:
- Braille typewriter
- Braille slate and stylus
- Braille ruler
He would like to have a talking and/or touching watch.
Discussion forum
What vision assistive products are available in your area?
Go to the discussion forum and list which of the products described in this lesson are available in your local area.
You have completed Lesson two!
If you have any questions or comments, post them on the discussion forum.