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.

Your support makes stories like Beth's possible. Give today to help more patients find their way forward. https://spectr...
12/09/2025

Your support makes stories like Beth's possible. Give today to help more patients find their way forward. https://spectrios.org/donate/

🙏 Thank You for Making a Difference! Because of your generosity, Giving Tuesday was filled with hope and heart.Your supp...
12/04/2025

🙏 Thank You for Making a Difference!

Because of your generosity, Giving Tuesday was filled with hope and heart.

Your support helps people like Sharon, who regained her independence after losing her ability to drive, and Katelyn, who’s thriving in school with adaptive tools and new confidence.

Together, we’re empowering children and adults with vision loss to live fully and independently 💙 THANK YOU for turning Small Gifts into a Big Vision!

If you missed the opportunity to give on Giving Tuesday, you can
join our giving community now. https://secure.givelively.org/donate/spectrios-institute-for-low-vision/small-gifts-big-vision

👁️💛 It’s not too late to make a difference!!Vision loss is life-changing — but with the right tools, training, and suppo...
12/02/2025

👁️💛 It’s not too late to make a difference!!

Vision loss is life-changing — but with the right tools, training, and support, hope is always within reach.

Your gift helps people like Sharon, who was told she’d never drive again. With help from Spectrios, she found the right glasses and training to get back behind the wheel — and back to her independence.

Every dollar brings us closer to our Giving Tuesday goal.

Let’s finish strong!! Together, we can turn Small Gifts into a Big Vision.

👉 There’s still time to give! Donate now: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/spectrios-institute-for-low-vision/small-gifts-big-vision

When you give this , you help make moments like these possible.From kids thriving in school to adults regaining their i...
12/02/2025

When you give this , you help make moments like these possible.

From kids thriving in school to adults regaining their independence, your donation changes lives.

Every day, people with vision loss walk through our doors hoping for a brighter future — and your generosity makes that future possible.

💛 $50 – Empower Independence

Provides adaptive tools that help someone live more independently.

💛 $150 – Restore Confidence

Supports training and technology that transform daily life.

💛 $500 – Transform Vision, Transform Lives

Funds a comprehensive vision exam for a child in our Seeing Is Believing program.

👉 Give the Gift of Vision Today! 💛 https://secure.givelively.org/donate/spectrios-institute-for-low-vision/small-gifts-big-vision

Giving Tuesday is almost here-but you don't have to wait to make a difference.Every day, we witness children and adults ...
12/01/2025

Giving Tuesday is almost here-but you don't have to wait to make a difference.

Every day, we witness children and adults with vision loss triumph over adversity with the right answers, tools and support.

It's an awe-inspiring testament to the strength of the individuals we serve-and to the impact of your generosity!

Your Gift Brings Hope into Focus

"I was told I couldn’t drive because of my macular degeneration. Then I found Spectrios. With the right glasses and training, I got back behind the wheel and kept my independence. Spectrios truly gave me my life back.”
— Sharon K

You can make a meaningful impact!

Give today and help turn Small Gifts into a Big Vision.
https://secure.givelively.org/donate/spectrios-institute-for-low-vision/small-gifts-big-vision

In this season of gratitude, our hearts are full. We are profoundly thankful for the unwavering generosity of our commun...
11/24/2025

In this season of gratitude, our hearts are full. We are profoundly thankful for the unwavering generosity of our community—from our kind sponsors, donors, and partners to our grateful patients.

Because of you, we can continue to bring hope and possibility to individuals with low vision.

WE'RE HIRING! We’re looking for a creative, mission-driven marketing professional to share stories of hope, engage our c...
11/12/2025

WE'RE HIRING! We’re looking for a creative, mission-driven marketing professional to share stories of hope, engage our community, and grow awareness of our life-changing programs.

If you’re a strategic yet hands-on communicator who thrives in a small nonprofit environment (and you’re looking for part-time work) we’d love to hear from you!

This is an in-office position in Wheaton, IL, approximately 20 hours per week. Candidates with nonprofit experience and a passion for purpose-driven work are encouraged to apply.

Apply today or share with someone who may be interested!

👉 https://spectrios.org/careers/

11/11/2025

At Spectrios, you can try before you buy! Our Access Technology Specialists (who also live with low vision) will help you explore HumanWare devices and find the perfect fit for your goals and lifestyle.

With decades of experience using and training patients with low vision on these tools, we’re here to help you make confident choices and get the most out of your vision!

📍 Come see us at our Wheaton clinic.

Not every optometrist gets homemade fudge from their patients... but then again, Spectrios isn’t your average eye clinic...
11/10/2025

Not every optometrist gets homemade fudge from their patients... but then again, Spectrios isn’t your average eye clinic.

Every story of gratitude reminds us why we do what we do. We measure success not only by improved vision, but by the impact we make in people’s lives.

And while we don’t expect fudge as thanks, we’re definitely enjoying every bite!👓🍫😋

👂📻 Heard about HumanWare assistive technology products on WGN Radio?At Spectrios, you can try their devices before you b...
11/06/2025

👂📻 Heard about HumanWare assistive technology products on WGN Radio?

At Spectrios, you can try their devices before you buy! Finding the right technology starts with hands-on experience.

Our Access Technology Specialists (who also live with low vision) will help you explore HumanWare devices like the explorē 5, explorē 8, and explorē 12, and find the perfect fit for your goals and lifestyle.

With decades of experience using and training patients with low vision on these tools, we’re here to help you make confident choices and get the most out of your vision!

📍 Come see us at our Wheaton clinic.

The Brightside Newsletter is here! 📧💛This issue is full of insightful articles and a very special story. Meet Melissa Ta...
11/05/2025

The Brightside Newsletter is here! 📧💛

This issue is full of insightful articles and a very special story. Meet Melissa Taussig, who first came to a Seeing Is Believing Clinic at just 10 years old. What started as a visit to understand her vision has grown into a lifelong connection with the Spectrios family. Today, Melissa inspires others to embrace their journey with confidence and courage.

📖 Flip inside to read Melissa’s story in her own words!

We’re grateful for your support! If you get The Brightside by mail but prefer receiving it digitally, please let us know.

👉 Update your subscription preferences on our website or reach out directly.

Address

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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