UPCOMING EVENTS
At Spectrios, we provide support and learning groups, educational events, technology exploration events, and open houses to share our services with more people. We encourage you to bring friends and family to these events where you’ll learn more about the latest low vision aids and low vision rehabilitation services like macular degeneration treatment and diabetic retinopathy treatment.
Our specialized and unique vision programs serve Chicago and the western Chicago suburbs.
Sign up for our life after high school Transition Conference.
Who:Â Specifically designed for low vision students ages 16-19 who have graduated high school or will graduate in the next year.
When: July 6-10, 2020 from 10:00 – 11:30 AM CT
Where:Â via Zoom
Cost:Â FREE to you, cost has been covered by a generous grant from the DuPage Foundation
Registration is limited to the first 15 people to sign up.
Support Group
April 3, 2020
10:30 am CT
Topic:Â General Support
During this difficult time we will be providing a general support group to our low vision family. Â What every you need to talk about, or even if you would just like to have some community please join us! Â Our trained low vision counselors, Leah and Melissa will be on hand to take your questions.
April 8, 2020
7:00 pm CT
Topic:Â Mobility Aids and Travel
We will be discussing a variety of mobility aids and how they can help you. In addition to tips and tricks to make traveling more accessible.
May 13, 2020
7:00 pm CT
Topic:Â Communication
The issues surrounding letting people know about your vision and how they can help are numerous. We will be taking questions regarding situations you have had and the best ways to try and manage them.
June 10, 2020
7:00 pm CT
Topic:Â Distance Spotting
What tools are available to help with seeing things off in the distance? How can these tools help you with mobility and other distance activities (like watching tv!)