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. Surgeries are scheduled annually on one day. The program operates through a network of community partner organizations such as Head Start programs, some schools, YMCAs, community health clinics, Prevent Blindness America and Caring Programs for Children. Local affiliates must be contacted to see if they are participating in the program.