Freedom for the blind

James H. Omvig

Who is Blind, and Why Use the Word "Blind"? -- Empowerment Through a "Defined" Philosophy -- "Minority Group" Status and Service Providers -- Empowerment Through an "Independent," Separate State Agency -- The Nature of Empowerment -- Informed Choice and the "Empowerment Circle" -- Proper Training: What is It? -- Developing Feelings of Independence and Self-Sufficiency -- Mastering the Skills -- "Coping" with Blindness -- Blending In -- Braille - The Great Equalizer -- The Model State Agency -- If Your Horse is Dead, Dismount -- A Look Into the Future