Lighthouse for the Blind St. Louis
Address
10440 Trenton Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63132
(314) 423-4333
AKA:
Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., The
Description:
Assists individuals who are legally blind maintain dignity and independence through employment, education and support services. Services include Scholarships, Low Vision Aids, Independent Living Skills Instruction, On the Job Training, Job Search/Placement, Summer Employment, Residential Camps, Special Interest Camps, Summer Camps and Recreational Activities/Sports.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Lighthouse for the Blind
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
February 5, 2024
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
10440 Trenton Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63132
Contacts
Angie Yorke
Keisha Orbound
HR Assistant
(314) 423-4333
Phone Numbers
Main
(314) 423-4333
Fax
(314) 423-0139
Toll Free
(800) 542-3697
Legal Status:
Not classified
Accessibility:
Designated Parking, Outside Ramps, Wheelchair Access
Services
Click here to show all service details. Or click on a service name to see its details specifically.
Description
- Special Technology and Adaptive Resources for Students: Provides training in Activities of Daily Living and Technology. - Comprehensive Low Vision Project: Provides visually impaired children evaluations, prescribed devices and training in the use of devices.
Hours
Hours vary - call Mon-Fri - 7:00am to 5:30pm for details
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
- Visually impaired and blind students ages 6-21 years (Special Technology and Adaptive Resources for Students) - Ages 2 1/2- 21 years with low vision (Comprehensive Low Vision Project)
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call for application
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Calhoun County
- Jersey County
- Madison County
- Monroe County
- Saint Clair County
- Calhoun County
- Missouri
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Description
Provides employment for clients who are blind or legally blind.
Hours
Hours vary - call Mon-Fri - 7:00am to 5:30pm for details
Required Documents
- Physician Exam/Report - Eye exam report on degree of blindness - Medical report if other handicap present
Eligibility
Blind or Legally Blind
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Low Vision Aid Program (LVAP): need based program for adults wanting to obtain financial assistance to purchase a CCTV, magnifying lamp or handheld video magnifier.
Hours
Hours vary - call Mon-Fri - 7:00am to 5:30pm for details
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
- Ages 3-18 years who are visually impaired and blind - Have completed a low vision evaluation from a doctor - Obtain and complete an application and return to Lighthouse for the Blind - Participating doctor must complete the Adaptive Recommendation form and return it to Lighthouse for the Blind - Income Guidelines Apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Calhoun County
- Jersey County
- Madison County
- Monroe County
- Saint Clair County
- Calhoun County
- Missouri
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Description
Provides on-the-job training for clients who are blind or legally blind.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 7:00am to 5:30pm
Required Documents
- Physician Exam/Report - Eye exam report on degree of blindness - Medical report if other handicap present
Eligibility
Blind or legally blind
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Group Recreation and Developmental Support: Provides children the opportunity to participate in recreational community activities.
Hours
Hours vary - call Mon-Fri - 7:00am to 5:30pm for details
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Ages 3-18 years who are visually impaired and blind
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Calhoun County
- Jersey County
- Madison County
- Monroe County
- Saint Clair County
- Calhoun County
- Missouri
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Description
Camp Barnabas: Week long overnight summer camp located in Purdy, Missouri. Offers adaptive equipment so all children can participate in activities.
Hours
Sunday, July 9, 2023 through Friday, July 14, 2023
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Ages 7-25 years old who are blind or legally blind
Fees
- Fees vary - Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Visit Website at lhbindustries.com/camp-barnabas/ To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Provides legally blind students with financial scholarships to provide college tuition.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 7:00am to 5:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Preschool-College Graduation Blind or Legally Blind students
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Calhoun County
- Jersey County
- Madison County
- Monroe County
- Saint Clair County
- Calhoun County
- Missouri
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Description
- Sports Education Camp: Weekend overnight camp held at Webster University. Offers kids an introduction to adaptive sports. - Space Camp for Visually Impaired Students: Week long overnight camp in Huntsville Alabama. Uses space to excite and educate students in math and science.
Hours
Hours vary - call Mon-Fri - 7:00am to 5:30pm for details
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
- Ages 12-18 years who are blind or legally blind (Sports Education Camp) - Ages 9-18 years who are visually impaired and legally blind (Space Camp for Visually Impaired Students)
Fees
- Fees vary - call for details - Scholarships available (Space Camp for Visually Impaired Students)
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Summer Orientation and Mobility and Adapted Living Resources (SOAR): Three week residential training program held at Webster University providing legally blind students ages 15-21 years with one on one lessons in activities of daily living and prevocational training.
Hours
Sunday, June 9, 2024 through Saturday, June 29, 2024
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Ages 16-21 years who are legally blind
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Visit website to apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Calhoun County
- Jersey County
- Madison County
- Monroe County
- Saint Clair County
- Calhoun County
- Missouri
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Description
Offers summer employment for those who are legally blind age 16 years and older.
Hours
Call for Days/hours
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Ages 16 years and older who are legally blind
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
- Missouri State - Calhoun, Jersey, Madison, Monroe and St. Clair counties in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Send profile information to an email address.
Provide your email address to receive information about Lighthouse for the Blind St. Louis.
Sent!
Close this fieldSend a condensed resource profile to your phone via text message (SMS).
Select your cell carrier and provide your phone number to receive information about Lighthouse for the Blind St. Louis.
Sent!
Close this field