Some important rules for me

As a blind person, I am always conscious and cognizant that whatever I do and whatever I say, it could almost always have an affect on how the next blind person could be treated or spoken to, and accordingly I have developed a set of rules for myself. This list is by no means complete and I encourage others to add to it.

Here they are:
Whenever I am offered help, I take it so as to encourage the person who has offered to help the next blind person.
If I feel that they are not sure as how to be of assistance, I help them along by politely showing them how to be of assistance to me.
If they ask questions on how I go about my daily life or how I do my work, I answer the question in a frank and forthright manner. I am polite and courteous in doing so.
If the person who offers assistance to me thinks that they need to speak loudly in order to get my attention, I politely tell them that there is no need to shout at me.
If they ask questions on how I use my cane, I am always ready to tell them and if they ask why is it I do not have a guide dog, I am always ready to respond.

These are just a few rules of mine and I hope that it helps others. Please visit www.nfb.org to learn more.

I’m Donna J. Jodhan, your friendly accessibility advocate, wishing you a terrific day and urging you to go out there and share my blogs with others.