The family may have fostered dependent behavior to such an extent that the blind person has no desire or reason for achieving independence. They may suggest that he take mobility training, but the suggestion is half-hearted. The student may request training because his friends are taking it, but basically he is satisfied with what his family does for him. Where such an interaction exists, it is extremely difficult to develop the blind person's motivation toward independence. It may be accomplished only with great pressure from friends and professional workers or long term psychotherapy.
Progress is slow and tortuous.
The instructor must decide if such effort is worthwhile when there are other persons who need help and who are already motivated to work toward a specific goal.