Lexi was born in February 2003 and is a part of a project Bethel started in her orphanage. Lexi is a fast learner, and she is picking up skills in Orientation and Mobility quickly. She has improved dramatically in our care. When first came to Bethel she couldn't walk, express herself or feed herself. Now [...]
Children with visual impairments living life to the fullest
Bethel China is a pioneer and leader in the field of early intervention for blind children in China. We have written, filmed and produced the first educational DVD series to be published in China.
The series is currently 4×20 minute videos, each covering a different topic, including Early Intervention, Self-Help Skills, Fine Motor and Braille and Orientation and Mobility.
Wen Yang (Richard)
Richard was born in March 2012 with Cortical Visual Impairment. This means that his eyes work just fine, but his brain has trouble interpreting the information. The good news is that CVI is treatable with therapy! Richard has been going to occupational therapy and his improvement has been miraculous. After just one session, he learned [...]
Hui Luo (Hailey)
Hailey was our first arrival in 2016. She arrived in March unable to sit, stand or walk as she has spent most of her life lying down. She has cerebral palsy that affects her mobility but she can sit up on her own. Her birthday is October 2013. She has a sweet smile