SIGHT FOR THE ROAD

Sight for the Road, is a unique collaborative effort between Spectrios Institute for Low Vision and Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital providing a comprehensive driving program for persons who are visually impaired.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
Individual who have experienced a vision loss, which has reduced their acuity level and/or visual field extent, and who want to explore the feasibility of driving, can be evaluated initially by a low vision rehabilitation doctor at Spectrios Institute for Low Vision.

If the evaluation indicates that the individual meets state visial driving requirements, a referral is made to a Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital who will arrange for a driving evaluation and training. At times, specially designed spectacles, prescribed by the low vision doctor may be necessary before "behind-the-wheel" training can be initiated.

This program is not grant funded, but in some cases assistance from the state may be available.

NOTE: Participating in this program dose not guarantee that a driver's license will be issued. This program prepares individuals to take the Illinois state examination and road test.