[blParent] Non-English-speaking blind parent needing assistance.

[Judy Jones]

Hello, All,

 

I am assisting our independent living instructor on an as-needed basis, and she came to me for assistance regarding a new client, a mom from Mexico, only speaks Spanish, and has three kids, I believe ages five and under.

 

Her husband works very hard and is not at home much to be able to help out.

 

This lady has RP, in process of losing her sight, no blindness skills, and has concerns in raising her children.

 

The eldest, who is a kindergartener, is falling behind, as mom cannot help her with learning her letters.

 

The rehab teacher uses an interpreter when she makes visits, and mom also has a social worker who uses an interpreter.

 

I told the instructor I would reach out to this list for any assistance and Ideas.

 

We live in Skagit county in Washington state, and our agency for the blind nearest office is two counties away, about 83 miles.  My husband and I are the only two NFB members in the area.  Our affiliate does not yet have a blind parents group, although I believe there is some interest.

 

I have given the instructor referral to our state affiliate president for any ideas or resources she may know about.

 

The instructor has helped mom set up the Be My Eyes app on her phone in the Spanish language, so she has that resource at hand.  Mom knows she needs to eventually learn English, but has her hands full with young kids and new country.

 

I am hoping that someone who is a blind parent and Spanish speaker could be willing to hook up with the instructor and mom as a resource.

 

Thanks very much for any ideas.

 

Judy

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