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Blind Service Association

Chicago, IL
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www.blindserviceassociation.org

    • Mission

    To empower the blind and low vision community through all phases of life with personalized services.

    About Us

    Blind Service Association (BSA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to empower the blind and low vision community through all phases of life with personalized services.

    Programs and Services at BSA include:

    - One-to-one reading

    - Recording of reading material (that is not previously recorded)

    - Braille tutoring

    - Employment program

    - Programs and events specifically for senior members ages 50+

    - Programs and events tailored for youth, including Summer Program Pathways

    - Peer led support groups

    - Weekly & monthly recurring programs that provide connection and information

    - Monthly special events like presentations or field trips

    - Scholarship program that provides up to $30,000

    - Annual Vision Expo that presents the latest research, resources, and information related to blindness and low vision.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Disability
    • Education
    • Seniors & Retirement
    • Volunteering

    Location & Contact

    • 312-236-0808
    • 17 N. State Street Suite 1050, Chicago, Illinois, US
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