Spectrios Institute for Low Vision

Spectrios Institute for Low Vision Spectrios: Enhancing Vision, Empowering Independence & Offering Hope to those living with Low Vision

Spectrios Institute is a 501c3 non-profit agency that provides comprehensive eye exams, occupational therapy, counseling and technology training to people with low vision.

Did you know that Spectrios Institute for Low Vision started out as the Edwin & Lois Deicke Center for Visual Rehabilita...
04/02/2026

Did you know that Spectrios Institute for Low Vision started out as the Edwin & Lois Deicke Center for Visual Rehabilitation?

Spectrios was started in 1986 by the Wheaton Eye Foundation and Dr. P K Geiser to address the gap in care for people with low vision conditions. Right at the inception of this organization, Dr. R. Tracy Williams was brought on board to lead the center through the “Head, Heart, and Eyes” philosophy. This revolutionary approach care for the whole person, addressing both the physical and emotional challenges of vision loss.

The Wheaton Lions also played a big part as the Charter Charity Sponsor of the institute, providing invaluable support to get programs going.
This April, we celebrate Spectrios Institute for Low Vision Month in Wheaton, IL. We have made Wheaton, IL our home for the last 40 years and we are proud to build on our legacy of hope in this great town! Together, let’s celebrate the history of Spectrios Institute for Low Vision and our connection to Wheaton, IL. We wouldn’t want to be anywhere else!

04/01/2026

Are you coming to the 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala but haven't registered yet? Register by April 7th for a chance at 4 White Sox Tickets. Tickets are for The White Sox vs Rays home game on April 15th at 6:40 pm and come with Parking Pass an Concession Coupon. All gala registrants will be entered win regardless of purchase. If you're not sure if you're registered, check with your table host or contact Spectrios to make sure your name is in the drawing!

Register at https://spectrios40.givesmart.com

Join us this Friday April 3rd for our monthly support group! This group meets every First Friday at 10:30 EST. We host d...
03/31/2026

Join us this Friday April 3rd for our monthly support group! This group meets every First Friday at 10:30 EST. We host different guests to provide information on low vision and low vision resources. This month, we are having Taylor Sone from the Blind Institute for Technology on. Taylor will educate on the services that BIT provides including workplace accessibility and job-seeker training to keep blind and low vision individuals in the workforce!

To join, sign up through the link in our bio!

We often hear from our patients "gosh, I wish I would have known about this sooner!" That's why part of our mission is t...
03/30/2026

We often hear from our patients "gosh, I wish I would have known about this sooner!" That's why part of our mission is to educate the community on low vision resources that are available to them!

We routinely do community outreach events and presentations to educate people on the low vision resources that are available to them from Spectrios and elsewhere. If you are interested in having someone from Spectrios Institute come speak to your group, shoot us a message on here or email CatesC@spectrios.org

Join us on Friday April 3rd for our monthly support group! This group meets every First Friday at 10:30 EST. We host dif...
03/27/2026

Join us on Friday April 3rd for our monthly support group! This group meets every First Friday at 10:30 EST. We host different guests to provide information on low vision and low vision resources. This month, we are having Taylor Sone from the Blind Institute for Technology on. Taylor will educate on the services that BIT provides including workplace accessibility and job-seeker training to keep blind and low vision individuals in the workforce!

To join, sign up at https://spectrios.org/low-vision-support-group/

Our 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala will be the reunion of the year! We’re pulling together as many people who have ...
03/24/2026

Our 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala will be the reunion of the year! We’re pulling together as many people who have shared in the Spectrios Legacy of Hope as we can, and we sincerely want everyone to be part of this momentous event.

We understand that some will not be able to make it in person. If you want to celebrate with us and take part in the reunion, we have some other options for you to consider.

🍽️Sponsor a table – a wonderful way to show support even if you can’t make it in person
📢 Buy an Ad – Promote your business and be visible in the Gala Program
🎉Make a Donation – You can donate directly to the Gala to show support for the reunion and contribute to our Future of Independence

Register your support for the 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala by going to the link in our bio and selecting the option that best suits you!

The City of Wheaton has proclaimed that this April will be Spectrios Institute for Low Vision Month. This month will hon...
03/24/2026

The City of Wheaton has proclaimed that this April will be Spectrios Institute for Low Vision Month. This month will honor our 40th Anniversary and celebrate our legacy of hope.

Our decades of service, leadership, and commitment to improving the quality of life for individuals with vision loss is made possible through the support of our strong community of low-vision-trained professionals and the people with vision loss we empower every day to live the fullest life imaginable.

We are truly blessed to have the opportunity to do this work for as long as we have. We hope you take a moment to celebrate this milestone with us this April and help us build a future of independence that you can count on!

If you would like to help celebrate this momentous occasion, you can register for our upcoming 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala happening on April 18th. Can't make the Gala? Consider purchasing an ad for the program or sharing a story of how Spectrios has impacted your life.

Visit https://spectrios40.givesmart.com for more information!

We're excited to announce that Spectrios Institute for Low Vision has been selected as an official charity for the 2026 ...
03/18/2026

We're excited to announce that Spectrios Institute for Low Vision has been selected as an official charity for the 2026 WSFDV ROCKIN FOR OUR VETS AMERICA 250 Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band Concert at CANTIGNY on July 11th, 2026.

This is the ONLY 2026 ticketed Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band concert. Don't miss out on catching this great show and supporting a mission that honors our disabled veterans by dismantling the critical barriers they face as they transition from military service to civilian life.

Learn more about the event, official charities and ticket information by visiting the website: https://www.wsfdv.org/

As you might have heard, this year marks our 40th Anniversary! We are so grateful for the opportunity to support and emp...
03/16/2026

As you might have heard, this year marks our 40th Anniversary! We are so grateful for the opportunity to support and empower the low vision community for so long. Now, we are celebrating our rich history and Legacy of Hope.

We want everyone to take part in our anniversary year and one way you can contribute is by sharing your story.

If your life has been impacted by Spectrios Institute for Low Vision, we want your story! The best person to illustrate the tremendous value that Spectrios offers the low vision community is you!

If you would like to share your story, you can send us a message or contact our office at 630-690-7115

40 years ago, Spectrios Institute for Low Vision, originally called the Edwin & Lois Deicke Center for Rehabilitation, w...
03/12/2026

40 years ago, Spectrios Institute for Low Vision, originally called the Edwin & Lois Deicke Center for Rehabilitation, was established by the Wheaton Eye Foundation and Dr. P K Geiser. With support from founding Board Chair, Dr. David Geiser and Charter Charity Sponsor, Wheaton Lions Club, the groundwork was laid to create a center for low vision care that would go on to impact thousands of children and adults with low vision. Dr. R. Tracy Williams was brought on at the inception to lead the Mission with the “head, heart, and eyes” philosophy that guides Spectrios to this day.

On April 18th, we are honoring our great legacy at the annual Partners with Vision Gala. Our 40th Anniversary Celebration will bring together everyone who has had a hand in building the Spectrios Legacy of Hope and honor those who have been instrumental in this Mission. We hope you share this milestone event with us!
Seating is limited, register now to make sure you don’t miss out!

To register:
https://spectrios40.givesmart.com

Want to participate in the celebration but can’t make it in person? You can still….
-Sponsor a Table
-Purchase an Ad in the Program
-Make a Donation

Sponsor/Donate:
https://spectrios40.givesmart.com

Join us this Wednesday for Tech Support!Spectrios hosts monthly support groups over Zoom. Every second Wednesday, we hos...
03/10/2026

Join us this Wednesday for Tech Support!

Spectrios hosts monthly support groups over Zoom. Every second Wednesday, we host a tech support group. This group is a great opportunity to learn about tech that can support your low vision needs. Tech Support is also a great opportunity to learn ways you can set up the technology your already using, like your phones, tablets, and computers, to better suit your needs.

Sign up on our website to get the link for Tech Support!
https://spectrios.org/low-vision-support-group/

Dr. Williams of Spectrios Institute for Low Vision joined the Wheaton Lions and shared an inspiring look at their missio...
03/09/2026

Dr. Williams of Spectrios Institute for Low Vision joined the Wheaton Lions and shared an inspiring look at their mission — along with the exciting news that Spectrios is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.

Grateful for their partnership, their passion for expanding access to low‑vision care, and the decades of impact Spectrios has made in our community. Congratulations on 40 years of life‑changing service! 🦁💙

Pictured Lion RC Compton. Lion President Dave Olson, Director of Development Spectrios, Sandy Wolfrum, and Dr. Tracy Williams

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219 E Cole Avenue
Wheaton, IL
60187

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+16306907115

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