A Presentation of the Washington State School for the Blind

1. A Presentation of the Washington State School for the Blind A presentation of the Washington State School for the Blind

2. Video Clips on Blindness Tips

3. White Cane Technique – Locate a Bus Stop

4. Brought to you by the Washington State School for the Blind Bus Stops • A bus stop sign could be on a pole or bus shelter. A telephone pole usually isn’t used as a bus stop in the city, but could be in other areas.

5. Brought to you by the Washington State School for the Blind Bus Stops • Check both sides of your body because you’re not sure where a bus stop could be. You may find a shelter by listening for an echo.

6. Brought to you by the Washington State School for the Blind Waiting for the bus • The proper way to wait for the bus is to face the street. This way the bus driver will be able to see you.

7. Brought to you by the Washington State School for the Blind Waiting for the bus • It is a good idea to be early for the bus. The bus driver may be ahead of schedule.

8. Brought to you by the Washington State School for the Blind Raised Sidewalks/Crosswalks • Use your cane from right to left using the shoreline method sweeping over to find the curb. • Continue to locate a raised crosswalk.

9. Brought to you by the Washington State School for the Blind Raised Sidewalks/Crosswalks • Turn to face the street. • Walk up to the detectable warning. These are colored yellow which is important for people with low vision. • Feel them with your cane

10. Brought to you by the Washington State School for the Blind Crossing • Put your cane in the waiting position. • Listen for traffic. Once it’s clear you may cross. Bye Tyler!