Ricky arrived at Bethel in June 2017 and is such a fun and smart boy! One of his first questions about Bethel was if we have a piano and loves creating music on the piano and guzheng. He's completely blind, but a fast learner. He quickly learned Bethel's layout after just a few days and [...]
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.
Guang ke (Jonah)
Jonah came to us in September 2016 from Little Flowers Projects after finishing his treatment for retinoblastoma. He was born in August 2014. He lost both of his eyes to cancer and wears prosthetics. He is a very happy child who loves getting attention from his ayis. He loves eating yogurt and playing with bells. [...]
Xiao Yue (Lexi)
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 [...]