BaBaBroke 3 points 1y ago
Call the agency that deals with blind and visually impaired for your state and have them do some training for mobility with a cane. She needs both. They should also do other training with her. If she lives by herself get her some type of I've fallen and can't get up device on case she needs help. And make sure the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm operates and teach her two ways out.
razzretina 2 points 1y ago
Does your grandmother use her feet to figure out locations? If so, you can put things like duct tape in certain areas of the house so she has that tactile feedback. Exploring the house with her slowly and giving her a chance to orient herself using things like kitchen tile versus living room carpet may help too. Is she willing to learn how to use a white cane at all? In a new or unfamiliar house a lot of us use our canes when we're getting familiar with the environment.
Blind_Insider 2 points 1y ago
hello, first of all i am very sorry to hear that your grandmother is frustrated. Some things come to mind, the first thing is that they help her for several days to walk and fully recognize the spaces of her new house, detailing in detail the distances and objects so that she memorizes them so that the next time she can walk with less risk. I will also tell you what I read about a device called ARA from Strap Tech which is placed on the chest and through vibrations indicates to people the objects they have on the floor, to the sides, in front and above their head . I don't know if your grandmother uses a cane but if she doesn't use that device she could also be of great use. The important thing is that she feels safe and that she can achieve an independent life.
SiriuslyGranger 1 points 11m ago
Get her some o&m training and other training while you’re at it. Assistive tech and independent living training. The last will teach her how to do daily task as a blind person. And o&m will help her get around better.
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