Since 1994, LCIF SightFirst funding has been approved for the implementation of LEHP by 2,800 clubs in 32 states in the U.S., and also by clubs in Canada, Japan and the United Kingdom. Participating Lions clubs receive videos, posters, brochures and implementation guidelines to help provide sight-saving information about glaucoma and diabetic eye disease. Kurt Fetters, Bernie Sethaler Lives are diminished as vision is diminished. Children with poor vision struggle in school, limiting their opportunities to lead a normal, productive life.
Adults lose productivity as their near vision predictably declines with age.
Seniors lose their independence and dignity as they become increasingly reliant upon others for the simplest tasks. Basic eye care and eyeglasses contribute not only to the improvement of the quality of life for all ages, but also to the process of national development. We are dedicated to bringing basic eye care and eyeglasses to the needy of the world. Exceptional People Canine Companions for Independence is the oldest and largest national nonprofit organization that breeds, raises, and trains assistance dogs for people with physical disabilities other than blindness. These dogs can pull a wheelchair, pick up things that their partner drops, even answer a telephone or pay for a purchase at a store.