Braille
For individuals wanting to learn Braille for reading and/or writing, all levels of Braille are taught. Some individuals prefer Braille only for identifying items (clothes, food, etc…) while others want to learn it as a complete communication system. When indicated or desired, the use of a slate and stylus are also taught. Learning the complete Braille system may require up to 6 months of individual lessons and requires independent practice.
Daily Living Skills
Our occupational therapy service is designed to assist clients in maximizing their remaining vision by providing training specific to daily needs and activities. Our low vision occupational therapists can identify the best techniques and equipment to improve a client’s level of independence. Occupational therapists provide training in basic daily living skills such as reading, writing, meal preparation, financial management, home safety and medication management.
Peer Group
GAB Games Accessible for Blindness - Mary Hale 314-544-3252
VIP Social Group - Chris Carosella 314-356-0101
Peer Support Group - Kerry Smith 314-963-0696
BookWorm Book Club - Donna Neal 314-651-8630
I Can Tech - Brett Wilhelm – 636-544-5358
VIP Social Group - Chris Carosella 314-356-0101
Peer Support Group - Kerry Smith 314-963-0696
BookWorm Book Club - Donna Neal 314-651-8630
I Can Tech - Brett Wilhelm – 636-544-5358
Transportation
Transportation Specialist Rose Lawhorn will be your driver and set up all trips. Transportation is offered Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and serves St. Louis city and St. Louis County. There is no fee for the trips, but a suggested contribution of $5 one way or $10 roundtrip will be gratefully accepted to help offset costs.
Assistive Technology
Computers, iPhones and other devices provide independence in daily life.
TESTIMONIALS
Over 1000 people living with vision loss come to the Society each year for low vision exams and/or rehabilitation services.
I cannot say enough about the care I received at St. Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired. After my appointment, when I was driving home, I felt so positive. I especially loved the sewing aids I received for threading a needle so I can continue hand stitching and machine sewing. I feel so emotional to know that I can sew my last grandchild's t-shirt quilt after thinking my youngest grandchild would be the only one who would not get one hand-made by me.Maureen F.
CLIENT
Excellent staff. I appreciated the great help from everyone. If I had a question and they didn’t know the answer, they were not afraid of taking the time to find the answer. In one hall, there was this stunning quilt.
Also very helpful with technology. They even followed up with a phone call and letter.Suzane Chisum
CLIENT
Had my initial appointment today, and, while it was long, everyone there was incredibly nice, helpful, and knowledgeable. They sent me home with a number of resources which will likely prove to be invaluable. Each therapist I saw also gave me their contact info and encouraged me to call with any additional questions or concerns.If your eye doctor, OT, or anyone else suggests visiting these guys, do it.
Kevin Gleich
CLIENT
Very pleasant, professional and informative. Gave helpful information and tips. Great place to go for help if your vision is low.Cindy Gorham
CLIENT
It's a great place for people who have visual disabilitiesBrent Punch
CLIENT