KAB's services for children and their families
"Now he's more independent and can go to school by himself ..."
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We call the services we provide for children and their families Habilitation rather than Rehabilitation. This is because in the majority of cases, children are learning the skills they need to be independent for the first time.
Supporting Children who have sight impairments
We can't really know what a child who has a sight impairment is able to see, because we can't see the world through their eyes. However, we can get a good idea of what they can and can't see, and therefore what help is needed, simply by watching them closely:
Frequently Asked Questions
What toys and games might be suitable for my child?
If your child has some sight, then choose toys that:
- are bright, bold and big
- make a noise. If your child has no sight, then making a sound of some kind is a must
- have a variety of interesting surfaces and textures