Parents and Families: Information and Support
The resources in this section help families understand the how they can support the development of their children who are blind or visually impaired, and encourage them to enjoy maximum independence.
Advice to Parents of Partially Sighted Children, National Federation of the Blind—Future Reflections
Barbara Cheadle's child-rearing advice for parents whose children have visual impairments.
Developing Your Child's Vision: A Guide for Parents of Infants and Young Children with Vision Impairment, The Center for the Partially Sighted
Topics in this guide include symptoms of visual impairment and early intervention; available in English and Spanish.
Info for Parents, Lea-Test
Information about vision for parents: early development, vision screening, stimulating low vision; includes colorful pictures, charts and tables.
Three Things Parents Should Know About Visual Efficiency Skills, Family Connect for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments
What parents should know about visual efficiency, visual fields and visual self-sufficiency.
Understanding the Vision Impairment System, Family Connect for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments
Connecting with national, state, and local organizations, and parent support groups.
Your Child's Vision, Kids Health for Parents
Information on eye doctors and exams, common eye conditions and their symptoms, glasses and contact lenses.
Information for Parents and Families: Organizations and Resources to Explore
Blindness/Visual Impairments, Family Village
A resource for contact information, news groups, links to related topics and web sites.
Working with Medical Professionals, Family Connect for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments
Understanding one's diagnosis, eye care specialties, following medical directions, common abbreviations, and more.
