The following is an abbreviated list of other community resources that provide material, equipment and support services for individuals with low vision. The Society has the necessary forms and can assist in filling out applications and verification of eligibility, please let us know of any interest during your clinic visit.

  1. Books, Magazines, Newspaper and other Materials in Audio Format  (Free of Charge)

Minds Eye Information Service

Broadcast can be accessed in a variety of ways including Smart home devices, computers, and cell phones.

Reads local newspapers and special shows targeted to those with vision loss

618-394-6444 or 314-241-3400, ext. 6444

www.mindseyeradio.org

Wolfner Library (Missouri Residents)

1-800-392-2614

www.sos.mo.gov/wolfner

Illinois Library System (Illinois Residents)

800-426-0709

www.illinoistalkingbooks.org

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2. Religious Resources, Bible and other Material in Large Print, Braille or Audio

Braille Bible International

1-800-522-4253

www.braillebibles.org

Has braille and large print bibles and audio bibles

Hands on Refreshable Braille

3. Free Adaptive Telephones and Computer Equipment and Training

(Missouri Residents Only – if meet eligibility criteria)

Missouri Telecommunications Access Program (TAP)

1-800-647-8557

www.at.mo.gov/tap

Man walking with cane

4. Missouri State Services for the Visually Impaired

Rehabilitation Services for the Blind

Statewide toll free: 1-800-592-6004

St. Louis area – North office: 314-264-7601

                          South office: 314-933-7311

www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/rsb   

For eligible blind and visually impaired persons, services are provided to help person achieve maximum potential in the home and community, in educational setting and employment.

Blind Pension and Supplemental Aid to the Blind

Apply at the Missouri Dept of Social Services/Family Support Division office.

City office: 3101 Chouteau

County office: 9900 Page

Customer Service: 1-855-373-4636      7:00 am – 6:00 pm

To be eligible certain criteria must be met regarding degree of vision loss and financial status.

Eligible persons receive a monthly cash grant as well as state funded medical assistance.

Boy walking with cane

5. Other Local Vision Agencies

Delta Gamma Center for Children with Vision Impairment

314-776-1300            www.dgckids.org

Assists infant and children who are blind or visually impaired reach their full potential by providing individualized education, therapy and support services to them and their families.

Foundation Fighting Blindness – St. Louis Chapter

Mary Morgan-Corbitt  – President Local Chapter

Email: Corbitts@sbcglobal.net   Phone: (636) 345-0651

Charity Kohlberg – Vice President Local Chapter

Email: fightforsight2030@outlook.com  Phone: (314) 941-7479

Renee Paulsell – FFB Director, Chapter Engagement 

Email: rpaulsell@fightingblindness.org

Lynda Shellist – FFB Director, Events

Email: lshellist@fightingblindness.org

Lighthouse for the Blind

314-423-4333     www.lhbinductries.com

Assist blind and visually impaired persons through employment, rehabilitation and other social services.

Missouri Council of the Blind (MCB)

314-832-7172 www.moblind.org

MCB is a membership organization that promotes the well-being of members and all legally blind people in Missouri.

       MCB Affiliates:  www.moblind.org/membership/affiliates.html

National Federation of the Blind: Lewis and Clark Chapter

Email: www.nfbmo.org/node/53

2023 President: Jenny Carmack

314-239-9776

jcarmack@nfbmo.org

Sight And Sound Impaired of St Louis [SASISTL]

Support group for individuals with a combined hearing and vision loss and their families.

Meets monthly on the 3rd Saturday morning each month.

Our mission is to offer opportunities for encouragement through educational and social activities for people with both vision and hearing impairments and their families.

Contact info:

Brett Wilhelm

Phone: 636-544-5358

Email: sasinfo22@gmail.com

Web Site: www.sasistl.org

6. Other online resources

Hadley

https://hadley.edu

800-323-4238

Three ways to learn: workshops (quick, practical advice from experts), audio podcasts (recorded audio talk shows), and discussion groups (listen live and chat with others who share your interests).

VisionAware

Home

Free, easy-to-use information source for adults with vision loss, their families, caregivers, healthcare providers, and social service professionals.

Living Well with Low Vision

Live Your Best Life

Includes “A Self-Help Guide to Non-visual Skills”, 21 categories of daily activates, along with the alternative nonvisual senses that can be enlisted to accomplish each activity.

Older Individuals Who Are Blind Technical Assistance Center

https://www.oib-tac.org/direct-service/curriculum/

American Printing House for the Blind (APH) Connect Center

Home

800-232-5463

Looking for resources and services related to vision loss? The trained staff of the APH Connect Center Information and Referral Line are here to help.

American Council of the Blind (ACB)

https://acb.org/

800-424-8666

A consumer group of persons with vision loss. You’re not alone in your journey through vision loss and blindness. ACB welcomes and accepts you. Guided by its members, ACB advocates for equally of people who are blind and visually impaired, inspires community, and connects you with education, resources, and each other to support your independence.

National Federation of the Blind (NFB)

A consumer group for persons with vision loss. The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that denies you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back. NFB had a free white can program.

NFB Newsline

https://nfb.org/programs-services/nfb-newsline

NFB-NEWSLINE is a free audio news service for anyone who is blind, low-vision, deafblind, or otherwise print-disabled that offers access to more than 500 publications, emergency weather alerts, job listings, and more.

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