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Blind Mobility Aids | Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired

2905 W. Garden Street, Peoria, IL 61605

Eligibility

Anyone with a visual impairment in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties.

Hours

PLEASE CALL FIRST Generally, the office is open Mondays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
309-637-3693
Voice·

Main Line

Languages

English

Application process

Please call.

Fees

None

Service area

Peoria County, IL Tazewell County, IL Woodford County, IL
The Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, formerly known as the Peoria Area Blind People's Center until October 2013, was founded on May 9, 1955, by the members of the Illinois Social Club of the Blind and the Peoria District Association of the Blind. The Center was developed in order to provide vital services and support to individuals facing the uncertainties and challenges related to uncorrectable vision loss. The Center’s goal is to educate its members and provide them with independent living skills, helping to optimize individuals’ opportunities to lead an independent life.

Last Assured

08/05/2025

Providing organization

Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired
The Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, formerly known as the Peoria Area Blind People's Center until October 2013, was founded on May 9, 1955, by the members of the Illinois Social Club of the Blind and the Peoria District Association of the Blind. The Center was developed in order to provide vital services and support to individuals facing the uncertainties and challenges related to uncorrectable vision loss. The Center’s goal is to educate its members and provide them with independent living skills, helping to optimize individuals’ opportunities to lead an independent life.