Rehabilitation Counselor Orientation and Mobility Training Provider Health Providers - ILLINOIS

225CX0006X - Rehabilitation Counselor Orientation and Mobility Training Provider

Orientation and Mobility (O&M) specialists teach children and adults who have visual impairments the specific orientation skills used to find one's way in the environment and the mobility skills needed to travel safely and efficiently at home, school, work, and in the community. Instruction is usually provided one-on-one and can include skills such as how to use a long cane, the operation of low vision devices and electronic travel aids when appropriate, how to orient oneself to new environments, navigate public transportation systems, how to cross streets safely, and traveling by using hearing, remaining vision, and other senses. In addition, O&M Specialists help children to develop fundamental skills such as fine and gross motor skills, concept development and problem solving skills. Adult clients can also benefit from an O&M specialist evaluating their current use of travel-related skills, discussing their future goals, and helping them select a program of instruction that will allow them to reach their greatest travel potential.

List of 11 registered providers with a business address in Illinois whose primary or secondary health provider taxonomy code is Rehabilitation Counselor Orientation and Mobility Training Provider, of which 1 are registered as organizations and 10 as individuals.