The Canadian Organization of the Blind and DeafBlind
Blind and DeafBlind Canadians helping each other to build a positive future for ourselves
The Canadian Organization of the Blind and DeafBlind
Blind and DeafBlind Canadians helping each other to build a positive future for ourselves
Today’s tidbit comes via my colleague, Shauna Sproston. Shauna writes: “As a guide dog handler, I interact with the public on a daily basis. As I navigate my neighbourhood and […]
Read moreToday’s tidbit comes via my colleague, Shauna Sproston, from her article entitled “True or False: Dispelling the Misconceptions Related to Blindness”. Shauna writes on the common misconception of blind people […]
Read moreIf you see a blind person in public and you want to go say hello, it is usually good to start with something like, “Hello Tina, it’s Alex.” This is […]
Read moreLike Tip #6, this one also comes via my colleague, Jinnie. Jinnie writes: “Although you may be nervous, or intimidated, it is best to directly speak with the person who […]
Read moreThis one comes via my colleague, Jinnie. Jinnie writes: “Sometimes, as a way of being humorous, or out of a genuine interest to determine a person’s level of remaining vision, […]
Read moreWhen talking to a blind person, a lot of people are hesitant to use phrases like, “did you see that movie?” or “see you later.” This usually comes from a […]
Read moreIn Tip #3, we discussed tips on how to do verbal guidance, but we are switching it up a bit today and heading into the dining room to talk about […]
Read moreWow! The response to Tip #1 and Tip #2 continues to pleasantly surprise me. I’m humbled by your questions and thoughtful comments and, of course, by the outpouring of support […]
Read moreAfter seeing the great positive response to Tip #1 yesterday, here is Tip #2. In Tip #1, we discussed how to approach a blind person to ask them if they […]
Read morePeriodically We’ll be posting tips and tricks about blindness and DeafBlindness. If you’ve ever had a burning question about blindness or DeafBlindness or how to best assist a person who […]
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