Treat a person who is blind exactly as you would treat a sighted person of the same age and social context—minus the visual cues.
When giving someone something, tell them what it is and place it directly in their hand or touch it to their hand so they know where it is. 12. Don't Shout
Adults who are blind are adults. Do not raise your voice to a monotone shout. Do not simplify your vocabulary. Do not ask their companion "How is she doing?" while standing next to them. Talk to them like you would talk to your boss or your neighbor. Use humor. Use sarcasm (if they know you). Use complex sentences.
Visual impairment does not equal a hearing impairment. Use your normal speaking volume and tone. 13. Be Descriptive in Groups
The most critical rule of offering assistance is that it should be an offer , not an imposition. The assumption that a blind person always needs help is the root of many social missteps.
If a person who is blind is walking confidently into a wall, obviously you stop them. But if they are simply scanning with a cane or walking slowly, do not redirect them. Ask "Do you need a different route?" rather than "You're going the wrong way." They may have a specific destination in mind that you don't know about.
A guide dog in a harness is working. Distracting them with pets or "baby talk" can jeopardize the safety of their owner. Treat the dog as a professional on the clock. 9. Describe the Environment
Treat a person who is blind exactly as you would treat a sighted person of the same age and social context—minus the visual cues.
When giving someone something, tell them what it is and place it directly in their hand or touch it to their hand so they know where it is. 12. Don't Shout Treat a person who is blind exactly as
Adults who are blind are adults. Do not raise your voice to a monotone shout. Do not simplify your vocabulary. Do not ask their companion "How is she doing?" while standing next to them. Talk to them like you would talk to your boss or your neighbor. Use humor. Use sarcasm (if they know you). Use complex sentences. Don't Shout Adults who are blind are adults
Visual impairment does not equal a hearing impairment. Use your normal speaking volume and tone. 13. Be Descriptive in Groups Do not ask their companion "How is she doing
The most critical rule of offering assistance is that it should be an offer , not an imposition. The assumption that a blind person always needs help is the root of many social missteps.
If a person who is blind is walking confidently into a wall, obviously you stop them. But if they are simply scanning with a cane or walking slowly, do not redirect them. Ask "Do you need a different route?" rather than "You're going the wrong way." They may have a specific destination in mind that you don't know about.
A guide dog in a harness is working. Distracting them with pets or "baby talk" can jeopardize the safety of their owner. Treat the dog as a professional on the clock. 9. Describe the Environment
