All of our services, including the Children's Mobility Service, are offered free of charge. If appropriate, training may commence almost immediately. All programs are individually tailored to enhance each child's potential, taking into consideration travel needs and the impact of vision loss. Many children have some useful vision but may need further training to make the best use of their remaining sight and other senses. Advice will be provided on managing environmental factors such as glare and lighting changes.
Ongoing support is readily available such as learning the physical layout of a new school.
Instructors can provide large print or Braille maps, along with a 'hands on' introduction to the new environment. Road Safety Parents commonly express concern regarding the safety of their child at road crossings. Extra tuition can be provided to develop appropriate road knowledge and road safety skills. Training may also include learning how to access public transport. Additional Impairments GDAV's Many children referred to the Children's Mobility Service have additional impairments.