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Second Sense

Address

65 East Wacker Place
Suite 1010
Chicago, IL 60601

(312) 236-8569

www.second-sense.org

Description:

Provides individual and client-centered support and training to adults with vision loss. Services offered include adaptive technology training, independent living skills instruction, independent travel skill training, support services and orientation and mobility training. Training is provided at the main Chicago location and in clients' homes.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

June 28, 2023

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

65 East Wacker Place
Suite 1010
Chicago, IL 60601

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Main

(312) 236-8569

Fax

(312) 236-8128

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Description

Training on the use of smartphones, digital book readers, smart speakers, using computers with speech or magnification.

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Required Documents

Confirm any requirements by phone or email

Eligibility

Adults 18 years and older with vision loss

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call during listed hours or email info@second-sense.org to inquire about services and how to register for them

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
    • Cook County
      • Dupage County
        • Lake County

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        312-236-8569
        Type:
        Voice
        Name:
        Main
        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LH-2700.0600) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Description

        Individualized instructions include reading and writing the alphabet, numbers and punctuation; how to read elevator panels, calendars, phone numbers.

        Hours

        Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

        Required Documents

        Call or email to confirm any requirements

        Eligibility

        Adults 18 years and older with vision loss

        Fees

        No Fees

        Intake Procedure

        Call during listed hours or email for more information

        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
          • Cook County
            • Dupage County
              • Lake County

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              312-236-8569
              Type:
              Voice
              Name:
              Main
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-1000) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              Virtual presentations and support via conference call, for individuals with retinitis pigmentosa and related inherited retinal conditions.

              Hours

              2nd Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

              Required Documents

              Call during listed hours or email for more information

              Eligibility

              Adults 18 years and older with vision loss

              Fees

              No Fees

              Intake Procedure

              Register for or join the virtual presentations from the website

              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
                • Cook County
                  • Dupage County
                    • Lake County

                    Telephone Numbers

                    Number:
                    312-236-8569
                    Type:
                    Voice
                    Name:
                    Main
                    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                    Description

                    Training programs that cover independent daily living skills such as use of electronics (e.g. smartphones, tablets), using a white cane, using public transportation, street crossing, use of GPS navigation, cooking, cleaning, laundry, using household appliances, managing financial and confidential documents, and independent travel skills.

                    Hours

                    Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

                    Required Documents

                    Confirm any requirements by calling or sending an email

                    Eligibility

                    Adults 18 years and older with vision loss

                    Fees

                    No Fees

                    Intake Procedure

                    Call during listed hours or email to inquire about services and how to register for them

                    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
                      • Cook County
                        • Dupage County
                          • Lake County

                          Telephone Numbers

                          Number:
                          312-236-8569
                          Type:
                          Voice
                          Name:
                          Main
                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LR-3200) and related services within the Service Tree.

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