Our Life Skills Education programs are provided in group and one-on-one sessions and empower people with visual impairments to increase their self-sufficiency. Our social and recreational activities help clients remain active, connect with those who face similar challenges, and avoid the harmful effects of isolation.
Rehabilitative Skills
- Clients learn how to use their existing vision most effectively and how to apply specific adaptive techniques.
- Skills taught include Braille, kitchen safety, the preparation and cooking of meals, the completion of checks and forms, personal organization, and adjustments to in-home lighting.
- All sessions are presented by a vision rehabilitation therapist (VRT) certified by the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (ACVREP).
Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Skills
- Clients learn how to understand their surroundings and how to navigate between familiar locations.
- All lessons are presented by an O&M specialist who is ACVREP-certified.
Technology Skills
- Clients explore present-day and emerging technologies that improve their quality of life.
- Sessions also help clients gain a deeper understanding of the specific devices they use.
Elemental Life Skills
- Clients learn critical non-physical skills of daily life.
- Examples of topics include financial planning, fraud protection, voting, meditation, and mindfulness.
Socialization Activities
- All activities give clients opportunities to apply the adaptive skills they have developed.
- Popular activities include our mall walks, shopping trips, nature walks, wine tasting, and theater trips.
- We also sponsor the Lehigh Valley Sights for Hope Lions Club and the Monroe Sights for Hope Lions Club for our clients.
Life Skills for Younger Clients
Our Camp I CAN! Summer Program helps children with visual impairments build the skills to become independent adults. Our Transitions program promotes skills for success in college and careers. Find Out MoreOur Client Program Team
- Rita Lang – Client Activities Manager
- Dianne Michels – Vision Rehabilitation Therapist
- Carol Weisberg – Youth Program Specialist
- Nadya Krause – Orientation and Mobility Specialist