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Custom canes? (self.Blind)
submitted 8y ago by angelcake
My partner is low vision and is almost at the point where he would benefit from an identification cane. He's also big into video games and sci-fi fantasy so I thought since he's got to use one I would get something really cool for him like a sword cane. Does anyone on r/blind know where I can find good quality custom canes online?
thatsnotgneiss 2 points
I've considered putting a Batman sticker on my cane. That about all I have.
galaxy_rotation 2 points
I don't know if this is a thing. Canes used for navigation are very lightweight materials like fiberglass or aluminum to make them easier to use. Theoretically though, you could cover any cane in reflective white tape (such as $1). I've seen people who also need a cane for support do this to indicate they're visually impaired.
angelcake [OP] 1 points
The white tape might be a very good solution if I can't find something custom. I will keep looking and if I do find anything interesting I will post back to this thread.
___T_R_O_N___ 1 points
If you are still looking, he might be interested in a TRON cane. Google Castors Cane and see what he thinks. No pun intended.
I am making one in the next few weeks, if you would like me to make a second one for him, we could work something out.
I am making one in the next few weeks, if you would like me to make a second one for him, we could work something out.
angelcake [OP] 1 points
I am still looking and I have to say that is pretty cool but I don't think it is what he would want. I would however love to see photos of your finished product if you wouldn't mind. Thank you so much for responding after all of this time, I really appreciate it.
___T_R_O_N___ 1 points
No problem at all. If it helps, I am only 28 years old and recently had to start using a cane from a car accident. I hope your Son learns that its not a big deal to use one.
angelcake [OP] 1 points
It's actually my boyfriend, he's low vision and declining rapidly unfortunately.
I'm sorry to hear about your accident, it's never easy but you sound like you've got a good head on your shoulders.
I'm sorry to hear about your accident, it's never easy but you sound like you've got a good head on your shoulders.
___T_R_O_N___ 1 points
Thanks for the compliment. Did you see yesterday on the front page there is a new form of vision correction. Apparently it's an 8 min operation and it's a perm fix that give your 3x 20/20. Look it up:) they haven't don't ajar trials yet but it's almost ready for the public.
Nighthawk321 1 points
Don't get him a cane like that at all. When he goes blind, he will need a cnae that will help him see, not look like a toy. He will be setting an example for all other blind people. Sorry if this sounds harsh, but even if it would work, there is no place that would make a... sword cane.
angelcake [OP] 1 points
He is a man who enjoys video games and science-fiction fantasy, if he was a bit younger he would probably be playing Magic the gathering or something like that. My objective is to find a cane that is both functional and make him smile when he picks it up. Slowly going blind is a horrible horrible fate and anything that lifts his mood, even for a moment, is well worth it.
Nighthawk321 1 points
Nod, while this may be a cool gift, keep and mind that it shouldn't be used as an actual cane.
carabelli14 1 points
My son got a green cane from these guys http://ambutech.com/product-catalog/mobility-canes/
They are based out of Canada. It doesn't look like they make them like you want, but check for yourself to see if I'm missing it.
They are based out of Canada. It doesn't look like they make them like you want, but check for yourself to see if I'm missing it.
angelcake [OP] 1 points
I too am based out of Canada :-). Thank you for the link, I'll send them an email and see just how custom their work is.
thatsnotgneiss 1 points
I live in the US and ordered my cane from there. Amazing customer service and the cane is great.
angelcake [OP] 1 points
Thank you.
BitterDoGooder 1 points
I don't know but I want to know! I don't even know what an identification cane is. I'm guessing it's a cane that is more helpful in identifying for others that you are visually impaired?? If that is true then I want one for my son, who is visually impaired and highly resistant to the cane. I think he'd like a custom designed cane a lot more.
Nighthawk321 1 points
I'm pretty sure OP means a cane for the blind. And you can customize them, but not in the way OP wants to. For example, you can a certain type of material. You can also look for a certain type of tip, etc. But as far as making it look like a... sword, kinda have to take matters into your own hands.
angelcake [OP] 1 points
That is exactly what an identification cane is. He still has enough vision to maneuver, on the sidewalk for example, but it is much better for him if the people around him are aware that he has a hard time seeing. It also makes people a bit less likely to jump down your throat if you stop them to ask directions or accidentally bump into them.
Perhaps try to help your son think of a cane as a way to be more independent. Depending on his age a funky custom cane would probably be much more appealing than a generic ID cane.
Perhaps try to help your son think of a cane as a way to be more independent. Depending on his age a funky custom cane would probably be much more appealing than a generic ID cane.
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