An Orientation to Vision Loss Program: Meeting the Needs of Newly Visually Impaired Older Adults.

Kleinschmidt, Julia J.

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ERIC Number: EJ545696

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1996

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An Orientation to Vision Loss Program: Meeting the Needs of Newly Visually Impaired Older Adults.

Kleinschmidt, Julia J.

Gerontologist, v36 n4 p534-38 Aug 1996

Describes a program developed to meet the needs of individuals, and their families, new to the experience of vision loss. Program components address education services and resources, issues concerning the emotional response to vision loss and adjustment, tips and ideas for daily functioning, and ways to enhance families' awareness. (RJM)

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Blindness, Education, Older Adults, Orientation, Program Descriptions, Program Evaluation, Services, Visual Impairments

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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