Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Address

2905 W. Garden Street
Peoria, IL 61605

(309) 637-3693

http://cicbvi.org

Description:

The Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, formerly known as the Peoria Area Blind People's Center until October 2013, was founded on May 9, 1955, by the members of the Illinois Social Club of the Blind and the Peoria District Association of the Blind. The Center was developed in order to provide vital services and support to individuals facing the uncertainties and challenges related to uncorrectable vision loss. The Center!€™s goal is to educate its members and provide them with independent living skills, helping to optimize individuals!€™ opportunities to lead an independent life.

Hours:

PLEASE CALL FIRST DURING PANDEMIC.

All Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
All Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
First, Third, and Fifth Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Second and Fourth Wednesday: 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Intake Process:

Please call.

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Anyone with a visual impairment.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

February 4, 2021

Volunteer Opportunities:

Please call.

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

2905 W. Garden Street
Peoria, IL 61605

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Main Line

(309) 637-3693

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Description

The Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired offers advocacy for individuals with a visual impairment.

Hours

All Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
All Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
First, Third, and Fifth Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Second and Fourth Wednesday: 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Anyone with a visual impairment who is in need of advocacy.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Please call.

Languages

English

Service Area

Serves Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties.

Geography Served

    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.

  • Illinois
    • Peoria County
      • Tazewell County
        • Woodford County
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        Description

        The Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired offers white canes and other independent living aids for individuals with a visual impairment.

        Hours

        All Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
        All Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
        First, Third, and Fifth Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
        Second and Fourth Wednesday: 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

        Required Documents

        None

        Eligibility

        Anyone with a visual impairment who is in need of mobility aids.

        Fees

        None

        Intake Procedure

        Please call.

        Languages

        English

        Service Area

        Serves Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties.

        Geography Served

          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.

        • Illinois
          • Peoria County
            • Tazewell County
              • Woodford County
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LH-0600.5000-100) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              The Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired offers braille instruction. For a fee they can also create braille cards for agencies or companies.

              Hours

              All Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
              All Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
              First, Third, and Fifth Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
              Second and Fourth Wednesday: 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

              Required Documents

              None

              Eligibility

              Anyone in need.

              Fees

              None

              Intake Procedure

              Please call.

              Languages

              English

              Service Area

              Serves Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties.

              Geography Served

                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.

              • Illinois
                • Peoria County
                  • Tazewell County
                    • Woodford County
                    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-1000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                    Description

                    The Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired offers specialized information and referral for those with visual impairments.

                    Hours

                    All Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
                    All Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
                    First, Third, and Fifth Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
                    Second and Fourth Wednesday: 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

                    Required Documents

                    None

                    Eligibility

                    Anyone with a visual impairment.

                    Fees

                    None

                    Intake Procedure

                    Please call.

                    Languages

                    English

                    Service Area

                    Serves Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties.

                    Geography Served

                      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.

                    • Illinois
                      • Peoria County
                        • Tazewell County
                          • Woodford County
                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

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