Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Address
8770 Manchester Road
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 968-9000
Description:
Provides low vision medical exams, occupational therapy, rehabilitation services, orientation and mobility, assistive technology, support groups, transportation and peer groups. Services include tax preparation assistance, special education classes, evaluation for assistive technology, blind mobility aids, prosthetic devices, glasses/contact lenses, low vision aids, assistive technology training, independent living skills instruction, general recreational activities/sports, support groups, public lectures and donation acceptance.
ALSO KNOWN AS
SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND
BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, ST. LOUIS SOCIETY FOR
ST. LOUIS SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
February 6, 2024
Employer ID:
430666768
Year Incorporated:
1911
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
8770 Manchester Road
Saint Louis, MO 63144
Contacts
Laura Park-Leach
Dr. Jen Lauer
Phone Numbers
Main
(314) 968-9000
Fax
(314) 689-0273
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Accessibility:
Designated Parking, Outside Ramps, Wheelchair Access
Services
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Description
Provides evaluation and training for adults in adaptive technology, computers, e-mail, daily living, screen readers, wearable technology and more. Children could be referred to Society AT through the LIghthouse for the Blind.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
Adults must first complete an intake process with the Social Workers. Children will be referred to Society through the LIghthouse for the Blind.
Eligibility
Call For Details
Fees
A small fee may apply for training
Intake Procedure
All clients start with an intake with the social worker before being assigned to Assistive Technology
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
- St. Charles, Jefferson, and St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Saint Clair County
- Madison County
- Missouri
- Jefferson County
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Jefferson County
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Description
Orientation and Mobility Specialists teach independent travel with a long cane, support canes and guide dogs in the home, residential, semi-business, and business environments.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
Individual must complete an intake with the social worker first
Eligibility
Individuals who are having difficulty managing their travel skills due to vision loss
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call the main number and request to speak to a social worker
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
- St. Charles, Jefferson, and St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Saint Clair County
- Madison County
- Missouri
- Jefferson County
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Jefferson County
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Description
Provides training on Assistive Technology on devices such as computers, cellphones, iPads, wearable technology, and more.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
Intake form a social worker
Eligibility
Individuals who are experiencing difficulty using technology due to vision loss
Fees
- Small fee may apply - Call for Details
Intake Procedure
Call to complete intake with Social Worker
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
- St. Charles, Jefferson, and St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Saint Clair County
- Madison County
- Missouri
- Jefferson County
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Jefferson County
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Service Area
ri
Geography Served
None
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
- English - Chinese - Some Spanish
Service Area
St. Louis City/County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Provides support groups for individuals who are newly blinded and their family members. Transportation is provided to those who are in need of services.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
Intake with the social worker
Eligibility
Individuals who are having difficulty coping with the impact of vision loss
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call the main number and ask for a social worker who can assist with the intake process and referral.
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
- St. Charles, Jefferson, and St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Saint Clair County
- Madison County
- Missouri
- Jefferson County
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Jefferson County
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Description
Occupational Therapists will complete agency or home visits to provide evaluation and training in daily living skills to individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
Individuals must have completed an intake with a social worker.
Eligibility
Individuals who are having difficulty managing daily tasks due to vision loss.
Fees
Occupational Therapy bills insurance
Intake Procedure
Call the main number and you will be referred to a social worker to complete the intake process.
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
- St. Charles, Jefferson, and St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Saint Clair County
- Madison County
- Missouri
- Jefferson County
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Jefferson County
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Description
Provision of low-vision aids, such as magnification devices.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
Client assistance is available for those who qualify.
Eligibility
Individuals who are blind or visually impaired and complete the financial assistance form for eligibiity.
Fees
Low vision device costs are based on individual item.
Intake Procedure
Call the main number. You may visit the Sight Solutions Shop during office hours without an appointment. A low vision appointment is scheduled through a social worker
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
- St. Charles, Jefferson, and St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Saint Clair County
- Madison County
- Missouri
- Jefferson County
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Jefferson County
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Description
Provides public education for those who serve adults especially in retirement communities, and physician's offices.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Blindness and visual impairment related issues
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
- St. Charles, Jefferson, and St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Saint Clair County
- Madison County
- Missouri
- Jefferson County
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Jefferson County
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Description
Contracts with area school districts to teach those that are visually impaired.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Referral from local school district
Eligibility
Visually impaired individuals
Fees
Call for Details
Intake Procedure
Referrals from school district
Languages
- English - Chinese - Some Spanish
Service Area
St. Louis City/County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Tickets provided to the Muny Opera and St. Louis Symphony for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Individuals who are blind or visually impaired
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
- St. Charles, Jefferson, and St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Saint Clair County
- Madison County
- Missouri
- Jefferson County
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Jefferson County
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