Abstract
This article describes the development and implementation of a home-based orientation and mobility (O&M) program for blind and visually impaired infants and toddlers. A model for the attainment of functional O&M was devised for the program and used as a guide to planning lessons and activities. The parents were taught to structure the home environment to encourage the development of their children's mobility, and their needs and fears were dealt with by fostering the development of a parents’ support group. Because of the demands of scheduling and the limited availability of O&M specialists, it was difficult to deliver services. In light of the problems that were encountered, the author proposes an alternate service delivery model that would utilize the O&M specialist as a resource to parents and early intervention programs.
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