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ERIC Number: EJ611305
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0899-1510
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Improving the Well-Being of Vision-Impaired Older Adults through Orientation and Mobility Training and Rehabilitation: An Evaluation.
Engel, Rafael J.; Welsh, Richard L.; Lewis, Laura J.
RE:view, v32 n2 p67-76 Sum 2000
A study examined the short-term outcomes achieved by 70 older people with visual impairments who received rehabilitation services. Results found rehabilitation services were associated with reduction in the use of medical doctors, reduction in the use of in-home professionals, and increased confidence and increased ease of use in public transportation. (Contains 13 references.) (CR)
Descriptors: Independent Living, Medical Services, Older Adults, Outcomes of Treatment, Prevention, Program Effectiveness, Rehabilitation Programs, Transportation, Visual Impairments
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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