How to Accommodate and Support a Child with a Visual Impairment

Parenting a child with a visual impairment requires special considerations at every stage of life — from birth through early childhood, adolescence, and even into adulthood. Your challenge is to strike a balance between providing support and fostering independence. To give children with visual impairments a safe and comfortable life, learn how their development differs from those without a visual impairment. Be aware that you’ll need to make modifications to your home and financial plans to keep your child safe now and in the future. General Development Your visually impaired child may take longer to hit certain milestones, like crawling…  Read in browser »