White Cane Basics

Whether you're heading out for some fresh air and exercise or making your way through shopping and appointments, it's always great to feel confident, safe, and independent as you walk.

But if you find yourself thinking about obstacles that might be in your way or how stepping down a curb might catch you off guard, you might be wondering if a white cane is right for you.

A great place to start is by learning more, so let's check out the basics: what a white cane is, what types are available, and where to go to get one. Just like the name says, a white cane is usually white.

Most have red near the bottom and most are reflective so they can be seen at night, especially by drivers. These basic markings let others know that the person carrying a white cane has a visual impairment.

Now that you've had a chance to learn a bit with us, we'd like to learn more about you. Your email address, name, how you heard about Hadley, and your relationship to vision loss. Learning more will give us a better understanding of how to personalize Hadley just for you. And don't worry, everything you share with us online will be kept safe and secure. Of course, if you'd prefer to talk through these questions, we are just a phone call away at 800-323-4238.

Taking these few steps saves your preferences so you can continue right where you left off and track your progress every time you log on. Plus it connects you to the Hadley community and helps sustain our funding to keep Hadley free-of-charge. And last but not least, it gives you direct access to the Hadley team. So now is your chance to sign up and join us.