Training, Rehabilitation & Placement
Provides rehabilitation, skills training and placement support to empower persons with visual impairment for independent living and meaningful participation in society.
“From Braille literacy and mobility to everyday living and work readiness, this department walks alongside persons with visual impairment on their journey to independence and inclusion.”
Overview
About the Department
The Training, Rehabilitation & Placement Department equips persons with visual impairment with the practical skills they need for independent living, learning and employability. Through structured programmes in Braille, Orientation & Mobility (O&M), Activities of Daily Living (ADL), adapted ICT and life skills, the department supports learners, trainees and adults to build confidence, independence and readiness for education and work. It also offers guidance on placement and transition to learning institutions and the labour market.
Our Mandate
Focus Areas
- - Rehabilitation and habilitation programmes for children and adults.
- - Braille training and literacy support.
- - Orientation & Mobility (O&M) and route familiarisation.
- - Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and independent living skills.
- - Adapted ICT training, including screen readers and accessibility tools.
- - Training and sensitisation for support staff and caregivers.
- - Placement support and transition guidance to education and work.
What We Provide
Services Offered
A wide range of specialized services tailored to support learners, teachers and institutions.
Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
Activities of Daily Living (ADL) training supports learners and adults to manage personal care, grooming, household tasks and other daily routines with greater independence.
Adapted ICT Training
Adapted ICT Training equips learners and adults with skills to use computers, mobile devices and accessible software to study, work and communicate.
Braille Literacy Training
Braille Literacy Training equips learners and adults with skills in reading and writing Braille, supporting literacy, education progression and independent communication.
Orientation & Mobility Training
Orientation & Mobility Training develops safe travel skills, spatial awareness and confidence in moving independently at home, school, work and in the community.
Placement Support
Placement Support helps trainees transition into employment, self-employment or further training, and works with employers to promote inclusive workplaces.
Rehabilitation & Psychosocial Support
Rehabilitation & Psychosocial Support provides counselling, guidance and empowerment for persons with visual impairment and their families as they adjust to changes in vision, education or work.
Impact
Department Achievements
Key metrics that highlight the department’s contribution and reach.
2,000+
Clients supported through rehabilitation and training programmes
500+
Orientation & Mobility and ADL programmes delivered
300+
Support staff and caregivers trained
Contact
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Join Us in Empowering Learners with Visual Impairment
Together, we can advance accessible education, create inclusive learning environments, and support independence for persons with visual impairment across Kenya.