The program has a brief application period, usually December January, with eye care provided in March. All ages are eligible. To qualify, families must have no insurance coverage for vision care, have one working person in the household, meet income criteria and not have had a comprehensive eye exam in two years. Sponsored by the American Optometry Association, with state participation from the Oklahoma Association of Optometry Physicians. 2020 S. Maplewood Ave.
Doctors volunteer their time and expertise.
Provides financial assistance to individuals for eye care through local clubs. There are Lions Clubs in most localities. Services vary from club to club. Check your telephone book for a local listing. Coordinated by the volunteer Eye Surgeons' Association, this project provides free cataract surgery to people of all ages who have no other means to pay.