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My white stick: More than just a tool
Randi Espeland has used a white cane since she received mobility training at the end of the 1960s. For her, the cane is both an important tool and a means of communication that provides safety, independence, and freedom to move in everyday life. On White Cane Day, she encourages more people to use the white cane.
New strategy supports Eikholt project on universal design for deafblind people
In Eikholt the new Strategy for Equality of Persons with Disabilities (2026–2032), the government points to universal design as an important prerequisite for participation and equal opportunities. This confirms the importance of the work on the project "Architecture for All Senses – Inclusive for All".
How do people with Usher syndrome manage their everyday lives?
People with deafblindness are often described as vulnerable and in need of help. In a Swedish study, however, the authors highlight how deafblind people take active steps and use a range of coping strategies in their everyday lives.
Engaged students on Eikholt-visits
In connection with the Research Days 2026, Eikholt visitors were welcomed by students from the 5th grade at Konnerud school. The engaged students were able to explore, collaborate, and experience new ways to use their senses in various activities. It was two educational hours!
Kurs catalogue 2027
This catalog describes group courses for 2027, for those with combined visual and hearing impairments/blindness, your close relatives, and professionals. The courses are now open for applications.
It has been a fabulous trip!
After many years as managing director at Eikholt, Roar Meland is retiring. He turned 70 earlier this year and has decided to pass on the baton.
Haptics: Pocket Edition – now with more languages, new signals and features!
Haptics: Pocket Edition has been updated! You now get more languages, haptic signals for guide dog navigation and for use at a football match. New features that make the app even easier to use have also been added.
How is the world experienced when sight and hearing are different?
How do we find our way without sight? What does trust mean when we have to rely on others? And how can we communicate when we cannot hear? During Research Days 2026, students at Konnerud School will explore how sight and hearing help us in everyday life, and what happens when these senses function differently.
Eikholt Morning: A series of webinars on vision and hearing in practice
Join us for Eikholt Morning, a series of four inspiring webinars where you’ll gain practical and useful knowledge about sight and hearing.
Group course “Us and the World” – Politics, Influence and Participation
Two groups have now completed the group course ‘Us and the World’. Politics, international issues, advocacy and participation have been on the agenda during these intense weeks at Eikholt.