Adrienne Thompson, CLVT, COMS, CVRT

Blind Rehabilitation Specialist

Ms. Adrienne Thompson is a Blind Rehabilitation Specialist in Kingwood, TX with special training and skill in instructing patients on vision loss management. As a Blind Rehabilitation Specialist, Adrienne Thompson, CLVT, COMS, CVRT performs therapy and education to patients of all ages. Blind Rehabilitation is the improvement of a blind patient's quality of life and independence. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Blind Rehabilitation Specialists include severe vision loss from disease and eye injuries. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Blind Rehabilitation Specialists include mobility training, reading and writing techniques, and assistive device management.

Assistive Technology Counselor

Ms. Adrienne Thompson is an Assistive Technology Counselor in Kingwood, TX with special training and skill in using technology and software to treat patients with disabilities. As an Assistive Technology Counselor, Adrienne Thompson, CLVT, COMS, CVRT performs assistive device instruction. Assistive Technology Counseling is the use of disability-specific devices to maintain or enhance a patient's function and quality of life. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Assistive Technology Counselors include writing difficulties, speech impairments, walking dysfunctions, and learning disabilities. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Assistive Technology Counselors include pencil holders, head trackers, keyboards, screen readers, and wheelchairs.

Orientation and Mobility Training Provider

Orientation and Mobility (O&M) specialists teach children and adults who have visual impairments the specific orientation skills used to find one's way in the environment and the mobility skills needed to travel safely and efficiently at home, school, work, and in the community. Instruction is usually provided one-on-one and can include skills such as how to use a long cane, the operation of low vision devices and electronic travel aids when appropriate, how to orient oneself to new environments, navigate public transportation systems, how to cross streets safely, and traveling by using hearing, remaining vision, and other senses. In addition, O&M Specialists help children to develop fundamental skills such as fine and gross motor skills, concept development and problem solving skills. Adult clients can also benefit from an O&M specialist evaluating their current use of travel-related skills, discussing their future goals, and helping them select a program of instruction that will allow them to reach their greatest travel potential.