by Polly Abbott, CVRT
Second Sense recently started offering 1Touch™ classes – a self-defense technique developed specifically for people with vision loss. When I first heard about the program last year I was so intrigued I participated in the training to earn certification as an instructor. Our first class started in late September. The first 1Touch practitioners completed their […] Read More »
Tags: Mobility, self-defense
by Polly Abbott, CVRT, COMS, Director of Rehabilitation Services
Many challenges come with vision loss, particularly for those new to visual impairment. Some people who are blind have a great fear of not being fully aware of the environment. Lacking details typically gained through visual information, gives a sense of loss of control when making choices that may affect personal safety. It’s the seemingly […] Read More »
Tags: Blind, independent living, Independent Travel, self-defense, Vision loss, Visually impaired