Persatuan Mahasiswa Istimewa
Universiti Malaya

"MAHASISWA PRIHATIN MEMBENTUK MASYARAKAT TERPIMPIN"

Monday, February 8, 2010

Understanding The Blind

When you meet a blind person, don’t be ill at ease, it will help if you remember the following points:They are ordinary persons, just blind. You don't need to raise your voice or address them as if they were children. Don't ask their companion what they want--"Cream in the coffee?"--ask them directly. 1.They will most probably be using a long white cane to walk independently; or they may ask to take your arm. Let them decide, and please don't grab their cane or arm; let them take yours. Let them keep a half-step behind you to anticipate curbs and steps.2.They would want to know who's in the room with them. Speak when you enter. Introduce him/her to the others including children, and tell them if there's a cat or dog in the room.3.The door to a room or cabinet or to a car that is left partially...

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