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Personalized Skill Development and​ Social Connections ​for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Central Illinois

Two young women holding ducks that were floating in a fountain during our Game of Phones Event.
Group of 8 people smiling at the camera during an ECVI Friendship Friday event.
Volunteer showing a student how to make a wrist band using strong cords during an Art Talks ECVI event.
Student showing the camera his IPhone and accomplishment during a mobile device learning session at ECVI.
3 Participants enjoying a sunny day in downtown Springfield during the ECVI Game of Phones Event.
Evelyn Brandt Thomas talking to Justin Allgaier during the ECVI Game of Phones event in downtown Springfield, Illinois.
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​The mission of ECVI is to provide education, training & resources so the visually impaired are able to live safe, independent and fulfilling lives! The vision is to be the premiere educational center for the visually impaired and their support system.

​Learn how ECVI provides training for students in this video.
Meet Lane (student) and listen to him explain his painted fingernails in this video.

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ECVI is looking for women who are blind or visually impaired to join our FREE 6 week workshop!

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At ECVI, we pride ourselves on supporting the visually impaired and doing it for free! ECVI is looking for women who are blind or visually impaired to join our FREE 6 week workshop, receive our Health and Wellness kit and get tips on how to manage their health. If you’re interested or know someone who is interested, email pdyson@edcentervi.org


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Lincoln Memorial Garden Project
features beacons for the visually impaired!
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The visually impaired can now enjoy the beauty of Lincoln Memorial Garden with iBeacons stationed throughout the garden! The beacons from Sensible Innovations feature detailed descriptions of the scene around them and how it looks. It’s an amazing experience for students served by ECVI! 
 

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All programs and services are free for students. We enjoy customizing daily living and technology skills instruction for students of all ages. Contact us today!

Educational Center for the Visually Impaired
3240 Hedley Road, Suite C, Springfield, Illinois 62711
info@edcentervi.org

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