Area 5: Independent Mobility

This page focuses on resources to support independent mobility.

Guide Dogs: Getting around safely (External). Practical advice for individuals with VI on getting around safely, including mobility for both outdoors and indoors, such as using a long cane or protective techniques. Content for QTVIs, other professionals, CYPVI, families.
RNIB: Mobility and independence at school (External). How to encourage children and young people to become independent in their learning and play.
RNIB: Access to Education (External). Guide looking at ways in which professionals can help reduce barriers to learning by understanding the individual needs of learners with vision impairment, providing accessible resources, enhancing communication skills. Section 4 focuses on making adjustments to the physical and sensory environment and includes information on environmental audits.

Downloadable Resources

See Area 5: Habilitation: Orientation and Mobility homepage to discover downloadable resources shared by the sector