Above all your behavior should communicate respect and an awareness that the person you re helping is more than just blind.
Helping a blind person walk.
You don t need to go and help every.
Here are few pointers to help a blind or visually impaired person with mobility so you can be supportive and considerate.
Always ask first and never force the person to accept your help.
Let the person who is blind or have low vision know that you have entered the room.
Alerting the person when you walk in the room asking how you can help and using language that s not awkward are all ways you can show courtesy to a blind person.
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Do not walk away from a person who is blind or have low vision without indicating that you are doing so it is embarrassing and frustrating to talk to thin air.
In addition to walking you may need to help a blind person sit down.
First and most importantly never assume the person wants or needs your help.
Walk up to the chair and place your guiding arm on the chair.
Let the blind person know which part of the chair you are touching.
Tell the blind person which way a chair is facing.
Address people who are blind or have low vision by their names so they know you are speaking to them.
Relax and walk at a comfortable consistent pace about a half step ahead.