Orientation and mobility

Being able to get around independently is important. Orientation and mobility teaches new skills and provides equipment to blind and partially sighted people.

RNZFB staff member acting as a sighted guide for a partially blind member

 

The programme may include:

  • sighted guide
  • cane instruction
  • use of remaining senses
  • and specific mobility techniques

 

Our instructors also work with local councils, district health boards and other organisations to advocate for safe and more accessible environments for blind and partially sighted people.

For more information, call us on 0800 24 33 33 or email oandm@rnzfb.org.nz