The Vision Connection

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

Location

17 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60602

Hours

Mon 9:00am - 7:00pm; Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm; Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm; Thu 9:00am - 7:00pm; Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm; The office is open on the third Saturday of each month from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Eligibility

Serves;50-+ Restricted to Conditions 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.