RNIB NI's Looking Ahead, A Parent's Guide (PDF, 560kb)

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Master RNIB Booklet_Layout 1 10/09/2012 15:10 Page 28 28 Rehabilitation Workers Rehabilitation is a process that aims to help a blind or partially sighted person to achieve the best possible level of independence. Rehabilitation Workers for blind and partially sighted people are employed by local social services departments. They assess the individual needs of each blind or partially sighted person and can provide the following services. • Explanation of the person’s visual condition • If appropriate, assistance in the process of Registration as Blind or Partially sighted and help to obtain the associated concessions. • Advice about daily living activities, mobility, communication (reading, writing, telephone and computer), recreational and social activities. • Advice about useful services such as talking books/newspapers or Community Transport Schemes.
Master RNIB Booklet_Layout 1 10/09/2012 15:10 Page 29 29 • Assessment for magnifying aids. • Advice and support regarding school or employment. • Advice on minimising the risk associated with impaired vision at home, outdoors and school or work. • Issue of helpful items of equipment. • If agreed, referral to other agencies who can help provide help and support such as Social Worker, Occupational Therapy, NI Housing Executive, RNIB NI or local group for blind or partially sighted people. • If appropriate, rehabilitation training will be offered in: • Activities of daily living, including kitchen skills • Mobility skills • Communication skills
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