[CCCNFBW] The checkered eye movement

Tue Nov 14 05:08:08 UTC 2017

               I can say that the NFB promotes the use of the white cane for everyone who is blind,meaning anyone who is legally blind. The part about someone seeing your cane over a counter, would mean to me that that persons cane is too short. I have seen a few instances when using a cane was a little awkward only because I was handling too many things at once, but my cane is top priority, because it is my eyes. For someone who doesn’t use it correctly, I could see where it might be a problem. I don’t go anywhere without my cane. I have one cane that is not collapsible, that I use when I’m out walking and another one that is telescoping, so it is more convenient. But I always use my cane. I am so greatful for the people at NFB that took the time to make sure I had the correct length of cane and gave me some tips on how to use it. I used a cane before NFB but they showed me how to use it better, and the one I had was way too short and very dangerous to use because it was too short. So, there you have it.  So, Andrew I don’t know enough about to know what your visual acuity is, and how you use your cane, but if I can help yf I would be very glad to help you with your cane skills if you need that. Your friend:

Les Fitzpatrick

Piano Technician

Ham Call Sign: K5FPT

From: CCCNFBW [mailto:cccnfbw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Andrew J. West via CCCNFBW
Sent: Monday, November 13, 2017 7:17 PM
To: Clark County Chapter, NFB of Washington List
Cc: Andrew J. West
Subject: [CCCNFBW] The checkered eye movement

Hey everyone!

Andrew here!

I follow a channel on YouTube that is run by a gentleman with low vision.

He and another individual have something that people with low vision can use as a good visual indicator for when you're in a situation where it is hard to always use your cane!

You can watch this video, and there is a link in the description below the video!

I think this is such a great idea, and would be very helpful!

https://youtu.be/bvZjKRtqi1A

On Nov 12, 2017 14:22, "Les Fitzpatrick via CCCNFBW" <cccnfbw at nfbnet.org> wrote:

I want to welcome Patricia Maddix to our list as well as our chapter. She is now subscribed.

Les Fitzpatrick

Piano Technician

Ham Call Sign: K5FPT

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