Orientation and Mobility isn’t just about getting from place to place — it’s about giving blind children the tools to explore, learn, and grow with confidence. When O&M is introduced early, children learn how their bodies move in space, how environments are organized, and how to travel safely and independently. These skills support brain development, confidence, social interaction, and school readiness. 💛 O&M helps young blind children: • Explore their world safely • Build independence and self

Orientation and mobility sesh for our girl. Did you know the tactile markers at places like stairs, ramps, and crossings are there to warn people who are blind or have low vision that a hazard is ahead? Learning how these feel using a cane helps kids tune in to their environment and move with more confidence. We’d love to hear what accessibility looks like where you live? We’ve heard places like Japan are excellent for tactile markers 👏 VD: video of Lily using her cane to go down stairs, at the

A transformative Orientation & Mobility Immersion experience ❤️ A GDB client holds their white cane with them as they stand in front of a GDB backdrop during graduation. #GuideDogsForTheBlind #IAmGDB #DisabilityInclusion | Guide Dogs for the Blind

Orientation & Mobility (O&M) is one of the more beloved classes at Perkins and it’s easy to understand why! For kids with visual impairments, this is where they learn to orient themselves to their surroundings and develop the skills to move independently and safely throughout their environments. Teacher Jennifer Siff shares more about the importance of O&M lessons at Perkins. Want to learn more about the life skills we teach at Perkins? Check out our latest resource page, which covers all of the