The Vision Connection - Blind Service Association - Loop Office
Blind Service Association (BSA) operates the Vision Connection, a social and educational membership club for visually impaired people over the age of 50 with declining sight. Its purpose is to offer support and enrich their lives by providing opportunities for social networking and learning. Vision Connection members also attend concerts, go on boat rides, have lunch at favored Chicago dining spots, and attend lectures given by top ophthalmologists or other professionals working in areas related to vision loss among older community members. Members also receive a monthly newsletter available in large print, cassette, e-mail, or digital format.
Date of Last Formal Update
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211 Metro Chicago
Physical Address
17 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60602
Hours
Monday 9:00AM - 8:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 8:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:30PM Thursday 9:00AM - 8:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday Sunday
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Fee
Free
Eligibility
Serves ages 50 years and older. Restricted to Conditions of Blind or Low Vision
Languages
English
Service area
Cook County, IL
Agency info
Blind Service Association
Blind Service Association (BSA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing an array of programs and services to people who are blind and visually impaired in the Chicagoland area. Other programming includes short story reading, knitting clubs, and a recorder-playing group. They are open every 3rd Saturday of every month from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.