State of Missouri: Rehabilitation Services for The Blind St. Louis North
Address
9900 Page Avenue
Suite 105
Saint Louis, MO 63132
(314) 264-7601
Description:
Rehabilitation services for the blind. Services include Pension Benefits Assistance, Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities, Transition Services for Students With Disabilities, Eye Care, Career Counseling, Supported Employment, Summer Youth Employment Programs, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Case/Care Management.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
November 1, 2022
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
9900 Page Avenue
Suite 105
Saint Louis, MO 63132
Phone Numbers
Main
(314) 264-7601
Fax
(314) 877-1545
Toll Free
(800) 592-6004
TTY/TDD
(314) 877-1546
Legal Status:
Governmental
Services
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Description
Vocational Rehabilitation counselors provide career guidance to people who are blind or visually impaired who are seeking employment or advancement in their current jobs.
Hours
M-F 8am to 5pm except federal and state holiday
Required Documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Adults who are blind or visually impaired, call for additional eligibility requirements
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for information
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Case Management: Provides assessment of the clients needs and then initiates and monitors appropriate services as needed.
Hours
M-F 8am to 5pm except federal and state holiday
Required Documents
Call for information
Eligibility
Blind/visually impaired youth
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for information
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Prevention of Blindness: Provides eye care assistance for medically and financially eligible applicants. Services may include eye examinations, comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, surgery, hospitalization, glasses, glaucoma medications and artificial eyes. Also, provides free public eye screenings and comprehensive eye care to eligible applicants.
Hours
Call for Information
Required Documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Persons who are Blind or Visually Impaired
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone for Service
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
The Blind Pension program was established in 1921 and is financed entirely by state funds. This program provides assistance for blind persons who do not qualify under the Supplemental Aid to the Blind law and who are not eligible for Supplemental Security Income benefits. Each eligible person receives a monthly cash grant of $541, as well as state funded medical assistance. The Supplemental Aid to the Blind (SAB) program operates in conjunction with the blind pension program. Eligible individuals receive a monthly cash grant up to and including $718.00, as well as MO HealthNet Coverage.
Hours
M-F 8am to 5pm except federal and state holiday
Required Documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Missouri Blind Pension - 18 years old or older - US Citizen or eligible non-citizen - Does not own property worth more than $20,000 - Does not have a sighted spouse who provides support - Is determined to be totally blind as defined by law (up to 5/200 or visual field of less than 5 degrees) - Is of good moral character - Must be ineligible for Supplemental Aid to the Blind - Is willing to receive medical treatment or operation to cure blindness if available, unless 75 years or older - Is not a resident of a public, private or endowed institution except a public medical institution - Is ineligible to receive federal Supplemental Security Income benefits Missouri Supplemental Aid to the Blind (SAB) - 18 years old or older - US Citizen or eligible non-citizen - Does not own personal property worth more than $20,000 - Does not have parents, nor a sighted spouse who can provide support - Is determined to be totally blind as defined by law (up to 5/200 or visual field of less than 5 degrees) - Is not a resident of a public, private or endowed institution except a public medical institution - Is in need of assistance due to lack of sufficient income to meet basic needs - Must apply for Supplemental Security Income
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone For Service
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
The Blind Pension program was established in 1921 and is financed entirely by state funds. This program provides assistance for blind persons who do not qualify under the Supplemental Aid to the Blind law and who are not eligible for Supplemental Security Income benefits. Each eligible person receives a monthly cash grant of $541, as well as state funded medical assistance.
Hours
M-F 8am to 5pm except federal and state holiday
Required Documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Call for Information
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone For Service
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Helps young adults who are in high school and are blind or visually impaired find summer employment opportunities.
Hours
M-F 8am to 5pm except federal and state holiday
Required Documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Young adults, still in high school, who are blind or visually impaired, call for additional eligibility requirements
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for information
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Supported employment services may be available for individuals who are blind or visually impaired that require on-the-job supervision. A vocational rehab counselor will work with individuals to determine eligibility for services.
Hours
M-F 8am to 5pm except federal and state holiday
Required Documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Adults who are blind or visually impaired, call for additional eligibility requirements
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for information
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Vocational Rehabilitation and Special Education share responsibility in preparing youth who are blind or visually impaired for transition from high school to post-high school employment, education, specialized training and independence.
Hours
M-F 8am to 5pm except federal and state holiday
Required Documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Young adults who are enrolled in high school are blind or visually impaired
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for information
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Vocational Rehabilitation Program: Provides assistance, such as post secondary education, job skills training, adaptive equipment, computer technology and job retention services for persons who are blind or visually impaired; Placement services available.
Hours
M-F 8am to 5pm except federal and state holiday
Required Documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Adults who are blind or visually impaired, call for additional eligibility requirements
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for information
Languages
English Only
Service Area
North St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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