Your mum will be fine without any special preparations whatsoever; she doesn’t need a flashing light or a big sign. I think it’s great that she’s going to do this, and all will be well.
Just keep an eye on her near major roads. That’s the only...
Ah yes, I thought about walking poles, I think we'll definitely bring them. She doesn't use her white cane very much (as normally someone's there with her), but she does like the poles. I like the idea of the high-vis as well. Thank you so much...
If you haven't thought of this already: walking poles. They'll help with balance and, depending on the severity of the visual impairment, identify upcoming obstacles.
And maybe put a high-vis vest around the backpack, for upcoming cyclists or...
I think that a sign like you are describing is a great idea. I have seen people attach a brightly colored balloon to their backpack as well. The balloon is unusual and therefore attracts attention and people will then read the signs and know how...
Hello! Mum's been wanting to walk to Camino for so long and we finally started planning it 8 months ago and starting in Valença next week! We're both super excited as it's our first pilgramage.
A question please: Mum's visual impaired and...
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