Jody Hofer Van Ness, M. A.
Licensed Educator & Consultant
with Autism Certification

jody@eyeboxtoolsinc.com
Phone:   612-743-5345
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Eye Box Tools, Inc.

Strategies and Supports for Visual Learners

Individuals with developmental disabilities, ADD/ADHD and other anxiety related disorders often require a higher level of structural support to assist them with self-management, communication and social relationships.

Individuals with these challenges are very concrete and literal thinkers who struggle with the vague and fluid nature of verbal and non-verbal communication and social innuendo. Word retrieval under pressure and even simple sequencing of events can be a struggle. The resulting anxiety creates a need for "sameness" and requires life be predictable whenever possible.

Many of these individuals learn, structure their lives and even communicate most effectively using visual channels. Their excellent visual learning skills and visual memory can be utilized to help compensate for the challenges that compromise their quality of life.

Eye Box Tools provides visual solutions that address these specific needs. This toolbox of solutions is designed to capitalize on visual strengths and maximize potential.

These visual tools can…
  • provide tangible and concrete information.
  • organize daily living, making life more predictable.
  • break down tasks into manageable steps.
  • assist in managing time.
  • nurture choice making.
  • provide a reminder of what to do or say.
  • highlight social information.
  • minimize inappropriate behavior or problematic behavior.
  • reduce frustration.
  • improve communication and understanding.
  • reduce frustration and anxiety.
  • maximize success in learning.
  • decrease reliance on verbal prompts.
  • create greater independence and self reliance.
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Jody Hofer Van Ness, M. A.
Licensed Educator & Consultant
with Autism Certification
 
Phone:   612-743-5345

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