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Low Vision Peer Support Groups | PACE Center for Independent Living

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Resource Name:Low Vision Peer Support Groups | PACE Center for Independent Living

PACE Center for Independent Living

address

301 South Vine Street, Suite 211, Urbana, IL 61801

Eligibility

Open to persons age 55 and up that have a significant vision impairment such as macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, etc

Required documents

Low vision disability documentation, age confirmation

Hours

Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm
(217) 344-5433

Voice

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Main Phone

(217) 689-0289

Voice

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TTY

Application process

Call or email for information

Fees

None; $35.00 membership is required for equipment loan, which can be waived in financial hardship

Service area

Champaign County, IL Douglas County, IL Edgar County, IL Piatt County, IL Vermilion County, IL

Low Vision Peer Support Groups discuss access solutions with others who have similar circumstances. The consumers served find the support of each other invaluable, positive and uplifting. Groups focus on solutions and learn about tools for independence that can facilitate staying in their own homes in the community if so desired.

Equipment assessment and demonstration, some giveaways and larger equipment purchases are available such as OrCam small camera that fits on glasses to read print to wearer or recognize items and faces. Some CCTVs on site can be tried out. Iris Vision wearable technology for magnified vision is also available.

Last assured

10/15/2025

Providing organization

PACE Center for Independent Living

Offers services which assist persons with disabilities in achieving and/or maintaining independence.