BLIND

The Joplin Association for the Blind founded in 1923 and incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in 1925, and is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors. The Joplin Association for the Blind is a United Way partner agency. Early on, JAB maintained a small office on Joplin Street where assistance was provided to individuals in cooperation with area church groups. Early services were social activities and public awareness. In 1960, JAB moved to 17th and Pearl with support from local Lions Club as well as area church groups. In April of 1995 the Board of Directors approved a program to provide services to clients who are low vision, and to operate a Low Vision Center. By 1996 it became evident The Joplin Association for the Blind needed a larger facility to accommodate its programs and the growing low vision operation. A new building was constructed at 311 South Schifferdecker Ave., Joplin, Missouri. In Spring 2005 the Joplin Association for the Blind expanded our facility to..

Primary location: Joplin United States