The Society would like to thank everyone who contributed in any way to make this event successful. VIP'S for VIP'S is scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 11. End of Story. Anyone who is having difficulty with independent travel because of their vision can learn techniques to help them become safe and independent travelers. Orientation skills allow the individual to know where they are, where they are going, and how to think about and plan strategies for getting to a destination.
Mobility involves the actual movement from place to place.
The white cane has become an internationally recognized symbol for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The white cane is a simple tool that offers the individual independence and self-reliance when properly trained by a certified instructor. Using a cane allows a person to come and go on their own, giving them auditory and tactile signals to detect obstacles, steps up or down, and changes in the surface texture. Drivers and other pedestrians are also made aware that the person is not able to see everything and therefore may need some special consideration. End of Story.