Re: [AI] using a white cane
Hi all, The document can be converted into a video and uploaded on youtube with links posted on the list. This way practical demos can be given and the family or friends of the visually challenged can teach the tricks and tips to the VI. People with low vision can learn tips without sighted help. Mohammed Ahtesham 9820998588 -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of shubham gupta Sent: 02 October 2011 15:45 To: Jean Parker; accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] using a white cane Jean please send it to me also on my personal id. Kind regards (Shubham Gupta) - Original Message - From: "Jean Parker" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM Subject: [AI] using a white cane > Dear All: > > In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it > is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal > training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted > who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness > rehabilitation training has not been available. > > Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and > adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation > center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane > is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. > > There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web > site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for > conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very > applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a > series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a > whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am > willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable > document. I could also make notations about variations in described > techniques that would apply to our conditions. > > Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for > people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life > perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for > many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a > printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members > and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent > travel. > > I would like to know if this document is something people would find of > benefit? > > Jean > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, > please visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Jean please send it to me also on my personal id. Kind regards (Shubham Gupta) - Original Message - From: "Jean Parker" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Jean it would be better if you can upload it on some websight and send us the downloading link. if not posible than please send it to me also. Kind regards (Shubham Gupta) - Original Message - From: "Asudani, Rajesh" To: Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 11:05 AM Subject: Re: [AI] using a white cane Yes, Jean, please. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Balaram Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 5:46 AM To: Jean Parker; accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] using a white cane Dear Jean, please please come up with a word document so all of the white cane users as well as the one who wish to use it can be benefited. I don't think, attachment is permitted in this list and if so, please provide a link or post it to those who needs it in their Personal Email IDS. You can write to me if you please in my personal ID that is, chess.bala...@gmail.com Regards, P. Balaraman. On 9/27/2011 9:59 AM, Jean Parker wrote: Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Notice: This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination, use, review, distribution, printing or copying of the information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it are strictly prohibited. If you have received this email by error, please notify us by return e-mail or telephone and immediately and permanently delete the message and any attachments. The recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. The Reserve Bank of India accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other c
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Dear Jean, I am very happy to get this document so we can give it to people those who are comming to learn mobility. Perhaps, it will help them in future. - Original Message - From: "Jean Parker" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Dear Jean Parker, My suggestion is to put your thoughts in the sections to which they apply. On 9/28/11, Jean Parker wrote: > Kanchan: > > Of course it can be translated into all the Indian Languages. I have it > compiled but just need to know where my notations should be. Would they be > more helpful at the beginning of the document or would it be better to put > them in the sections to which they apply? > > I will put it in a dropbox and post the link on Access India. Then anyone > who wants it can download it. > > Jean > > - Original Message - > From: "Kanchan Pamnani" > To: "Jean Parker" ; > Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:46 AM > Subject: Re: [AI] using a white cane > > >> Yes Jean it will be very useful for all of us. >> We can circulate the word document either through drop box etc and we can >> give it to participants at the convention in November through pen drives >> and if its Ok with you then we can get it translated in Marathi braille >> for the rural readers. I have just heard of this magazine which has about >> 24000 readers in Maharashtra. Other states can also decide what to do with >> >> the document. >> >> Once ready it will definitely be very very useful just like your tips have >> >> been on this list. Thanks Kanchan >> Kanchan >> - Original Message - >> From: "Jean Parker" >> To: >> Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM >> Subject: [AI] using a white cane >> >> >>> Dear All: >>> >>> In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it >>> >>> is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal >>> training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have >>> posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where >>> blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. >>> >>> Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and >>> adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation >>> >>> center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane >>> >>> is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane >>> technique. >>> >>> There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web >>> site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for >>> conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very >>> applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a >>> series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a >>> whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am >>> willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable >>> >>> document. I could also make notations about variations in described >>> techniques that would apply to our conditions. >>> >>> Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for >>> people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life >>> perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for >>> >>> many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a >>> printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members >>> and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent >>> travel. >>> >>> I would like to know if this document is something people would find of >>> benefit? >>> >>> Jean >>> >>> Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: >>> http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm >>> >>> Search for old postings at: >>> http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ >>> >>> To unsubscribe send a message to >>> accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in >>> with the subject unsubscribe. >>> >>> To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, >>> please visit the list home page at >>> http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in >>> >>> >> > > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessind
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Kanchan: Of course it can be translated into all the Indian Languages. I have it compiled but just need to know where my notations should be. Would they be more helpful at the beginning of the document or would it be better to put them in the sections to which they apply? I will put it in a dropbox and post the link on Access India. Then anyone who wants it can download it. Jean - Original Message - From: "Kanchan Pamnani" To: "Jean Parker" ; Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:46 AM Subject: Re: [AI] using a white cane Yes Jean it will be very useful for all of us. We can circulate the word document either through drop box etc and we can give it to participants at the convention in November through pen drives and if its Ok with you then we can get it translated in Marathi braille for the rural readers. I have just heard of this magazine which has about 24000 readers in Maharashtra. Other states can also decide what to do with the document. Once ready it will definitely be very very useful just like your tips have been on this list. Thanks Kanchan Kanchan - Original Message - From: "Jean Parker" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Yes Jean it will be very useful for all of us. We can circulate the word document either through drop box etc and we can give it to participants at the convention in November through pen drives and if its Ok with you then we can get it translated in Marathi braille for the rural readers. I have just heard of this magazine which has about 24000 readers in Maharashtra. Other states can also decide what to do with the document. Once ready it will definitely be very very useful just like your tips have been on this list. Thanks Kanchan Kanchan - Original Message - From: "Jean Parker" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Dear MR Jean, i also would eagerly wait to have the document. please send it to me as per your convenience. with warm regards, Anirban Mukherjee On 9/28/11, Swarna Lakshmi wrote: > I would also like to have the document. > > Regards, > Swarna. > > On 9/28/11, jayant garg wrote: >> Greetings of the day >> I think it is a very good idea and I am also interested in having this >> document so please mail it to me also >> -Original Message- >> From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in >> [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Jean Parker >> Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM >> To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in >> Subject: [AI] using a white cane >> >> Dear All: >> >> In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it >> is >> apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training >> in >> use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have >> become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness >> rehabilitation training has not been available. >> >> Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and >> adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation >> center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane >> is >> used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. >> >> There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web >> site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for >> conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very >> applicable >> to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of >> documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole >> document. >> However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it >> together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could >> also make notations about variations in described techniques that would >> apply to our conditions. >> >> Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for >> people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life >> perhaps >> it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many >> years >> I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed >> document it would also be available to reluctant family members and >> friends >> who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. >> >> I would like to know if this document is something people would find of >> benefit? >> >> Jean >> >> Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: >> http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm >> >> Search for old postings at: >> http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ >> >> To unsubscribe send a message to >> accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in >> with the subject unsubscribe. >> >> To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, >> please >> visit the list home page at >> http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in >> >> >> Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: >> http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm >> >> Search for old postings at: >> http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ >> >> To unsubscribe send a message to >> accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in >> with the subject unsubscribe. >> >> To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, >> please >> visit the list home page at >> http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in >> >> > > > -- > Swarna > E-mail: swarnalakshm...@gmail.com > Skype: swarnalakshmi99 > Ph: 09686038540 > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
I would also like to have the document. Regards, Swarna. On 9/28/11, jayant garg wrote: > Greetings of the day > I think it is a very good idea and I am also interested in having this > document so please mail it to me also > -Original Message- > From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in > [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Jean Parker > Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM > To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in > Subject: [AI] using a white cane > > Dear All: > > In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is > apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in > use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have > become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness > rehabilitation training has not been available. > > Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and > adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation > center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is > used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. > > There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web > site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for > conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable > to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of > documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. > However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it > together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could > also make notations about variations in described techniques that would > apply to our conditions. > > Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for > people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps > it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years > I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed > document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends > who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. > > I would like to know if this document is something people would find of > benefit? > > Jean > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > > -- Swarna E-mail: swarnalakshm...@gmail.com Skype: swarnalakshmi99 Ph: 09686038540 Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Greetings of the day I think it is a very good idea and I am also interested in having this document so please mail it to me also -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Jean Parker Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Dear Jean, I would also like to have that document. Can you send it to my mail? You can send it as a attached file to my mail. With regards, Phen Varghese On 9/27/11, Jean Parker wrote: > Dear All: > > In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is > apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in > use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have > become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness > rehabilitation training has not been available. > > Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and > adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation > center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is > used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. > > There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web > site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for > conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable > to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of > documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. > However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it > together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could > also make notations about variations in described techniques that would > apply to our conditions. > > Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for > people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps > it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years > I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed > document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends > who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. > > I would like to know if this document is something people would find of > benefit? > > Jean > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Yes, Jean, please. -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Balaram Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 5:46 AM To: Jean Parker; accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] using a white cane Dear Jean, please please come up with a word document so all of the white cane users as well as the one who wish to use it can be benefited. I don't think, attachment is permitted in this list and if so, please provide a link or post it to those who needs it in their Personal Email IDS. You can write to me if you please in my personal ID that is, chess.bala...@gmail.com Regards, P. Balaraman. On 9/27/2011 9:59 AM, Jean Parker wrote: > Dear All: > > In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is > apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in > use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have > become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness > rehabilitation training has not been available. > > Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and > adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation > center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is > used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. > > There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site > called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for > conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable > to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents > by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, > if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in > word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make > notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our > conditions. > > Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people > who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would > be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always > get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would > also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't > know how blind people manage independent travel. > > I would like to know if this document is something people would find of > benefit? > > Jean > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Notice: This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination, use, review, distribution, printing or copying of the information contained in this e-mail message and/or attachments to it are strictly prohibited. If you have received this email by error, please notify us by return e-mail or telephone and immediately and permanently delete the message and any attachments. The recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. The Reserve Bank of India accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Hi jean Mam please do the need full thing as soon as posible I will be quriously waiting for that regards On 9/28/11, BHAWANI SHANKAR VERMA wrote: > how will your mail reach to those blind people, who are living in rural > area. > > - Original Message - > From: "Jean Parker" > To: > Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM > Subject: [AI] using a white cane > > >> Dear All: >> >> In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it >> is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal >> training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted >> >> who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness >> >> rehabilitation training has not been available. >> >> Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and >> adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation >> center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane >> is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. >> >> There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web >> site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for >> conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very >> applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a >> series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a >> whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am >> willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable >> document. I could also make notations about variations in described >> techniques that would apply to our conditions. >> >> Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for >> people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life >> perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for >> many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a >> printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members >> and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent >> travel. >> >> I would like to know if this document is something people would find of >> benefit? >> >> Jean >> >> Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: >> http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm >> >> Search for old postings at: >> http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ >> >> To unsubscribe send a message to >> accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in >> with the subject unsubscribe. >> >> To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, >> please visit the list home page at >> http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in >> > > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > > -- Ajay Minocha Mob : +91 - 7 8 2 7 1 8 8 4 5 5 E mail : ajayminocha2...@rediffmail.com ajaymanu...@gmail.com Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Hi Jean, A great idea. It would really be nice if you could put that document together and share it with us. We can serialise the content into small audio modules and share the same on the Eyeway radio shows. Best, George - Original Message - From: "Jean Parker" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
how will your mail reach to those blind people, who are living in rural area. - Original Message - From: "Jean Parker" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Dear Jean, please please come up with a word document so all of the white cane users as well as the one who wish to use it can be benefited. I don't think, attachment is permitted in this list and if so, please provide a link or post it to those who needs it in their Personal Email IDS. You can write to me if you please in my personal ID that is, chess.bala...@gmail.com Regards, P. Balaraman. On 9/27/2011 9:59 AM, Jean Parker wrote: Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
I think that's a great idea and things specific conditions and not covered by the document can always be discussed later. It's really unfortunate that formal mobility training in general and usage of cane in particular has not been known to a considerable percentage of members on the list. Perhaps it's an indication of general status of the visually challenged people in India? Organizations in India need to think about this alarming issue very seriously. Vetri. On 27/09/2011, Amrit Pal wrote: > Of course, it would be very nice. > - Original Message - > From: "Jean Parker" > To: > Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM > Subject: [AI] using a white cane > > >> Dear All: >> >> In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it >> is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal >> training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted >> >> who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness >> >> rehabilitation training has not been available. >> >> Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and >> adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation >> center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane >> is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. >> >> There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web >> site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for >> conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very >> applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a >> series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a >> whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am >> willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable >> document. I could also make notations about variations in described >> techniques that would apply to our conditions. >> >> Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for >> people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life >> perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for >> many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a >> printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members >> and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent >> travel. >> >> I would like to know if this document is something people would find of >> benefit? >> >> Jean >> >> Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: >> http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm >> >> Search for old postings at: >> http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ >> >> To unsubscribe send a message to >> accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in >> with the subject unsubscribe. >> >> To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, >> please visit the list home page at >> http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in >> > > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Of course, it would be very nice. - Original Message - From: "Jean Parker" To: Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Hi Mr. Jean, I am following this thread from the beginning, One of the best discussion I have seen here. Your comments can change the thinking of a VI childs/adults' parents. The document which you are planning to put will be of much help. Please go ahead with it. It will be helpful for many. Thanks with expectation, On 9/27/11, payal wrote: > Hi Jean, > > I've been following your mails on this topic very intently, but have not > commented so far as most of my sentiments have more or less been expressed > by others. These have been clear, comprehensive and yes, very helpful. Being > an adult having faced vision loss, mobility has been the biggest and most > frustrating adjustment to make. Added to which I grapple with a partial > hearing loss which makes many techniques to be used on the noisy, busy > streets quite a challenge. Balance, audibility, following instructions and > asking for public help is quite a daunting task. > > I think anything you could put up here would definitely help, not just us, > but as you said, the families that are helping a young child with blindness, > or an adult, the right step will be taken in the right way. > > Any tips for a person with more than one disability like me? I have, though, > had some training a couple of years ago, but haven't really utilized my > aquired skills to its fullest. > > Thanks again for the information. > > Payal > > -Original Message- > From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in > [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Jean Parker > Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM > To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in > Subject: [AI] using a white cane > > Dear All: > > In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is > apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in > use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have > become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness > rehabilitation training has not been available. > > Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and > adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation > center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is > used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. > > There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web > site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for > conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable > to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of > documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. > However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it > together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could > also make notations about variations in described techniques that would > apply to our conditions. > > Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for > people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps > it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years > I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed > document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends > who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. > > I would like to know if this document is something people would find of > benefit? > > Jean > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > > > Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: > http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm > > Search for old postings at: > http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ > > To unsubscribe send a message to > accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in > with the subject unsubscribe. > > To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please > visit the list home page at > http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in > > -- Thanks and regards. ಶ್ರೀಧರ್ ಟಿ ಎಸ್, ಅಬಸಿ Shreedhar T S, Abasi To accomplish great things, we must dream as well as act Mobile:
Re: [AI] using a white cane
Hi Jean, I've been following your mails on this topic very intently, but have not commented so far as most of my sentiments have more or less been expressed by others. These have been clear, comprehensive and yes, very helpful. Being an adult having faced vision loss, mobility has been the biggest and most frustrating adjustment to make. Added to which I grapple with a partial hearing loss which makes many techniques to be used on the noisy, busy streets quite a challenge. Balance, audibility, following instructions and asking for public help is quite a daunting task. I think anything you could put up here would definitely help, not just us, but as you said, the families that are helping a young child with blindness, or an adult, the right step will be taken in the right way. Any tips for a person with more than one disability like me? I have, though, had some training a couple of years ago, but haven't really utilized my aquired skills to its fullest. Thanks again for the information. Payal -Original Message- From: accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in [mailto:accessindia-boun...@accessindia.org.in] On Behalf Of Jean Parker Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 10:29 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: [AI] using a white cane Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
[AI] using a white cane
Dear All: In reading the many postings about mobility, sighted guides and canes, it is apparent that many people on this list have never had any formal training in use of the white cane. I am thinking of those who have posted who have become blind in adulthood or are from rural areas where blindness rehabilitation training has not been available. Of course there is no substitute for a structured program in rehab and adjustment to blindness as would be received from a formal rehabilitation center. But there are documents that clearly articulate how a white cane is used and give detailed steps for learning, or improving cane technique. There is one such document on the National Federation of the Blind's web site called "The Care and Feeding of the White Cane." It is written for conditions that would be found in developed countries but is very applicable to our conditions in India. It is on their web site as a series of documents by topic. I do not think it is downloadable as a whole document. However, if enough people would find it helpful I am willing to piece it together in word and make it available as a printable document. I could also make notations about variations in described techniques that would apply to our conditions. Again, this would not substitute for formal mobility training, but for people who have lost their vision and just need to get on with life perhaps it would be helpful. Even though I have been a cane traveler for many years I always get something out of it every time I read it. As a printed document it would also be available to reluctant family members and friends who really don't know how blind people manage independent travel. I would like to know if this document is something people would find of benefit? Jean Register for AccessIndia convention 2011(November 12-13) at: http://www.accessindia.org.in/harish/convention.htm Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
