Your first visit to Eikholt

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Eikholt is a resource and competence centre that offers courses for people with combined visual and hearing impairment/deafblindness and their carers. 

The first course is usually an Introductory course

The first course you are offered is usually an introductory course.  If you've attended Eikholt before, but it's been a long time, an introductory course may also be useful.  

An introductory course usually lasts three days, and a carer is welcome to accompany you if you wish. The course is customised to your needs and the content is developed together with you. If necessary, we split the course in two. You will then return for a new course after a while.  

The purpose of the introductory course is: 

  • That you get to know Eikholt and our services 
  • Mapping your opportunities and needs 
  • Meeting other people with combined visual and hearing impairment 

An introductory course can include: 

  • Assessment of vision and hearing functions in our vision and hearing clinic (AV clinic)   
  • Guidance and information on vision and hearing function 
  • Meet with communication, ICT and mobility counsellors to find out what you can get further training in 
  • Trial of interpreter/companion 
  • Establish contact with local advisors and other organisations 

How to stay at Eikholt

You'll be staying at Eikholt in a room or apartment. Everything is on the ground floor and has a kettle, coffee and tea. Bed linen and towels are provided.

The rooms and apartments have universally designed warning systems for fire and illness/emergency. See pictures of our facilities.

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The circadian rhythm on Eikholt

Our meals are served in Olaf Frøiland's house at the following times:

  • Breakfast 08:00
  • Lunch 12:00
  • Dinner 16:30
  • Evening meal 20:00

The course is held between 09:00 and 15:30. From 13-14 there is one hour at your disposal. This can be used for activities or rest.

In the afternoons and evenings, our activity manager offers you activities such as games, bowling, trips and adventures. You can also make use of the pool, fitness room, massage chair and beautiful hiking area.

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Courses on Eikholt are covered by NAV 

Courses, accommodation and travel are covered by NAV as NAV customisation course. NAV also covers travelling expenses and costs for a companion. We assist you with applications and practical questions. 

In order for you to get the most out of the course, we collect information about your vision and hearing, as well as your assistive technology history from NAV with your consent. 

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Eikholt - a meeting place for people with combined visual and hearing impairment 

Eikholt is a meeting place for people with combined visual and hearing impairment, carers and professionals. There will be others attending the course at the same time as you. The opportunity to share experiences and meet others who may have similar needs as you can be very valuable. 

Do you want an introductory course? You can find the form here: Enquiry individual course 

Do you have any questions? You can find the contact form here: Contact us 

Read more about Eikholt

Read more about our services

Read about our group course

If you want to read more about us, you can find it here: About us 

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