My Mother-in-Law used to be very active in crafts, now since she is blind, she can't do them anymore, but would love to do something. She tried to learn braille, but says she can't do it. She has tried knitting and crocheting, but with only one functioning arm, its difficult for her to do. She needs to be doing something, instead of just sitting in her wheelchair, listening to the world go by. So any wise answers will be appreciated.
2007-06-21 03:32:57 · 9 answers · asked by tasassy 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
She needs a consultation with a rehab specialist or an occupational therapist. . She's probably entitled to one but doctors won't tell you because the insurance people discourage them from suggesting anything that could cost money. There are professionals out there with lists of things she can do, and all you have to do is step up and demand the services.
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2007-06-21 12:21:52 · answer #1 · answered by Kacky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
not really sure what to say here, I am paralised down my left side with only the ability to hold a knitting needle in the left I knit. I am in a wheel chair. I just keep trying there is always a way around everything. a blind old friend of my candice uses her ears and touch to get around her blindness. So my suggestion is if the lady knows how to knit from before becoming blind touch everything it will get easier I promise I've only been knitting a couple of months and already I can knit and watch a movie at the same time try a throw rug made with squares then sew them up. Check the library for audio instructions etc hope this helps my email address is clowningfree25@gmail.com
2007-06-21 21:12:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a mother who is also in a wheel chair. Granted she is not blind, but one of her favorite things is me picking her up and going for a car ride. Its best to let them get out and experience things. Im sure your mother-in-law is very in touch with her other senses. Rolling down the window, wind in the hair or fingertips, maybe you live close to a beach or outdoorsee type place where she can just listen to birds, waves, etc. Not too sure on hobbies, unless maybe a computer program that is voice activated that she could play. Jeopardy, family fued, something like that.
2007-06-21 04:02:03 · answer #3 · answered by Jon W 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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My Mother-in-Law used to be very active in crafts, now since she is blind, she can't do them anymore, but would love to do something. She tried to learn braille, but says she can't do it. She has tried knitting and crocheting, but with only one functioning arm, its difficult for her to...
2015-08-10 16:58:47 · answer #4 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My granny was legally blind for years before she passed away. She had crochet and knitted before she lost her sight. After she lost her sight, the foundation for the blind gave her a special tape player and sent her lots of books on tape that she could listen to then send back for free. Another hobby she took up was bird listening. She had lots of hummingbird feeders on her porch and also lots of bird houses in her yard. You could get your MIL a bird call ID tape or CD and she could learn the calls of some birds. Then, you could help her keep a list of bird she has IDed. Hope this helps.
2007-06-21 14:09:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you might want to check with a local foundation for the blind/disabled. Perhaps they have suggestions that will be a good fit for your MIL. I would think sculpting might be fun for her. There's a lot she could do with that, including making/decorating pencil cups and other useful items for family members. What about beading? They have trays and such to assist. If she used larger plastic or wooden beads, and gave it interest with different shapes and textures of beads, she could have a good time with that.
2007-06-21 06:37:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think if she knows any good stories she should go to the library and entertain young children with stories. It would also be good for the children because i dont think they understand all the struggles of a blind person in this day and age.
2007-06-21 03:37:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
good question and I applaud you for wanting to do something for her. Because she is blind, try and find something that stimulates her other senses, such has sounds and smells... Not sure where to go with that but because she lost her sight, her hearing is good. maybe audio books or something like that if she liked to read before. The library has tons of em too.
Best of luck....
2007-06-21 05:11:21 · answer #8 · answered by rob.taggett 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I found 2 sites that might be of interest from doing a web search for "crafts for the blind and handicapped". You should also do a search to see if you find something better than what I suggest.
http://www.99main.com/~charlief/vi/recreation.html
http://www.cincyblind.org/talkingbook.htm
2007-06-21 12:44:23 · answer #9 · answered by Pat C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋