Top 10 tips for sighted guiding

Our top 10 tips for sighted guiding video is a short, engaging watch that will give you the confidence to step up and help if someone with sight loss needs assistance.

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What does the video cover?

How to start a conversation when you meet someone with sight loss
Starting to guide
Getting in and out of cars
Guiding someone across a road
Navigating narrow spaces
Guiding someone with a guide dog
Saying goodbye and leaving someone feeling safe
Guiding someone on public transport
Going up and down stairs
Going through doorways

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