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Orientation and Mobility (O&M); A Guide for Parents

This O&M Guide is based on the presentation by Stephanie Bissonette (VABVI) at the 2005 ADVISOR Workshop. Her full presentation and video can be seen at

http://www.e-advisor.us/workshop/orient_mobil.htm

Orientation: Orientation is knowing where you are, where you are going and how to get there.

Mobility: Mobility means moving from one place to another

Certified O&M Instructors: Certified O&M Instructors teach children with visual impairments to travel independently.

 

Typical Gross Delays of Motor Skills for Children with Visual Impairments

A Detailed Definition of O&M

Specific Resources

Sighted Guide Technique

Dog Guides

Purchasing Canes

The National Agenda

 

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Page Updated: May 31, 2005