Adaptive Communication Skills
Training may include alternative methods for written communication:
- Reading and writing Braille
- Typing/Keyboarding
- Use of audio services and adaptive playback/recording devices
- Filing, organizing and labeling techniques
- Adaptive note-taking devices
Assistive Technology
Training may include alternative methods for accessing information.
- Screen reader and/or screen magnification software programs for the computer
- How to use word processing, spreadsheets, email, and Internet programs with assistive technology
- Smartphone accessibility
- Assistive apps for the blind
- And other computer literacy skills for employment
Daily Living Skills
Training may include skills needed for home and personal management.
- Grocery shopping and adaptive meal preparation
- Adaptive cleaning, home maintenance, and safety
- Accessible financial management, currency identification, and online or in-person banking
- Personal management including clothing identification and care, grooming and hygiene, and medication management
- Time management
Low Vision
We work in conjunction with local low vision optometrists to identify the individual's unique low vision needs. Training may include:
- Use of large print materials
- Use of magnification devices (low-tech optics or electronic video magnification)
- Identifying appropriate lighting and contrast needs
- Use of tinted lenses for indoor and outdoor purposes
- Eccentric Viewing training
Orientation and Mobility
Training may include learning to navigate one's home and community safely and efficiently:
- Sighted guide and protective travel techniques
- White cane skills
- Travel experiences in a variety of indoor, residential, commercial, and downtown travel environments
- Use of public transportation
- Development of visual efficiency, use of telescopic aids, and use of GPS devices
Additional Services
Additional supplemental services may be provided in these areas:
- College Bound Instruction, which may include specific techniques for note-taking, self advocacy, accessibility of course materials, textbooks, and more
- 1Touch Self Defense, which includes simple and effective techniques that are taught and used by blind and low vision persons
- Instructor-led and peer support groups throughout the state
- Pre-employment transition training services specific to blind and low vision students ages 15-21
- Worksite evaluations, which identify necessary accommodations and/or training needed specific to the individual's worksite