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7 years 7 months ago #167687 by Bryando
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Hi,

What is meant by 'orientation aid.'

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7 years 7 months ago #167698 by Gordon
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Charlie123 wrote: Hi,

What is meant by 'orientation aid.'

Thanks


The DWP guidance refers to a white stick as an orientation aid.

The legal definition is

“Orientation aid” means a specialist aid designed to assist disabled people to follow a route
safely.

Gordon

Nothing on this board constitutes legal advice - always consult a professional about specific problems

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7 years 7 months ago #167721 by benion
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My ex husband is blind and he has a white cane. This is one example of an orientation aid.
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