​Providing positive experiences and practical skills builds self-esteem and independence for teens and young adults who are visually impaired.

The Independent Living Skills program provides mentoring, tutoring, real-world outing opportunities, and Daily Living Skills classes.

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Daily Living Skills classes provide training, support, and experiences designed to increase independence. The curriculum includes lessons and social outings to make each student as independent as possible.
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Mentoring pairs mentors with visual impairments (ages 14-21) with mentees (ages 3-11) to give younger students a sense of community. Mentors gain self confidence and leadership skills acting as role models and tutors to mentees.​​

PRACTICAL LIVING SKILLS SUCH AS COOKING AND CLEANING GIVE TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS THE TOOLS TO LIVE THEIR DAY-TO-DAY LIFE AS INDEPENDENTLY AS POSSIBLE

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For more information about Independent Living Skills program, please contact: Amiee Goulding, Early Childhood Center Director at amiee.goulding@blindkids.org or (714) 573-8888 ext. 4010.