The Guild's Independent Living Skills Program is designed to teach and reinforce basic living skills for visually impaired individuals who wish to remain independent at home. This program, which includes training in the use of some specially adapted devices, helps a person learn to safely carry out the many activities of daily living. The ability to perform such tasks independently increases a visually impaired person's self-confidence and self-esteem.
The Guild's rehabilitation team is made up of occupational therapists, rehabilitation teachers, social workers, physical therapists, mobility instructors and optometrists.
Services
- A home visit is made by a member of the rehabilitation team to evaluate a client's specific needs.
- A vision assessment of the client is made by a low vision specialist, if necessary.
- Adjustment counseling is offered to a client if it seems advisable.
- Group and/or one-on-one instruction is conducted in activities of daily living, including personal grooming, hygiene and clothing care.
- Indoor and outdoor mobility instruction teaches clients to move comfortably and safely in all environments.
- Home safety techniques and strategies are taught in order to enhance a client's environment.
- Instruction in meal preparation is designed to teach clients how to safely handle knives and other kitchen utensils.
- Clients are taught how to safely use stoves, ovens and electrical appliances.
- Clients are instructed in how to manage their finances.
To request information, or to make a referral, please contact:
Independent Living Skills
15 West 65th Street
New York, NY 10023
Phone: 212-769-6267
E-mail: independentliving@jgb.org |
