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Mobility devices

 

We provide training to help people travel more safely and confidently, using Guide Dogs, canes or electronic mobility devices

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT provides training to help people travel more safely and confidently. Our services include training in the use of Guide Dogs, canes or electronic mobility devices. These training programs are tailored for each client, according to his or her specific needs, whether these be to cross the road safely, find his or her way to the local shops or catch public transport to work.

By far the most common mobility device is the long cane. The cane is used to check for obstacles and cues on the person's path of travel. Sometimes people supplement the use of a cane with another "secondary device" such as a Miniguide. Others use both a long cane and a guide dog, depending on the situation.

These services are available for anyone with vision impairment who is a resident of New South Wales or the ACT. All training and mobility devices are provided free of charge.