O&M provides instruction in safe and efficient indoor and outdoor movement, with or without a white cane with individuals who are blind or have low vision.  It may include training in the use of residual vision and the use of optical aids and/or technology related to wayfinding.  Although O&M instructors do not prescribe support canes, rollators, or wheelchairs, they will work with individuals who use them to determine the best technique for independent movement when there is also vision impairment. 

ILS services encompass all activities of daily living including safe movement and self-protective techniques for use within the home and other indoor spaces. Strategies are taught for managing the home (cleaning, cooking, organization, financial management) and for looking after yourself (clothing care and identification, personal grooming, health management). ILS includes anything to do with communication skills (reading and writing, keyboarding, using a computer or smartphone) and may include braille instruction as one of the tools used for increased independence or use of magnification and other low vision strategies.  

This area of instruction is also known as Vision Rehabilitation Therapy. 

Make the most efficient use of your usable vision for distance or near tasks with Low Vision services. In addition to visual skills training, services commonly include instruction on how to use magnification, add better lighting, and consider color contrast for reading, writing, and activities of daily living. 

Embrace the assistance that technology can give when you want to use your smart phone, shop online, or use your computer for any task.  Assistive Technology training teaches people basic to advanced skills for using computers, tablets, smartphones, and other devices specifically for people with vision loss such as refreshable braille notetakers.