Children have no idea whether or not other children see and hear the same as they do, or what is “normal.” Lions Club members now hold free eye screening programs using a Spot Vision Screener to identify vision problems in children. Problems such as myopia, hyperopia, anisometropia, astigmatism, and strabismus can often be identified by the screening, if present.
The Spot Vision Screener screens both eyes at once from a non-threatening three foot distance. The screening starts with a single touch to the camera, which initiates the capture of results for both eyes in seconds. With the Spot Vision Screener, on-screen data results can be shared or printed. Parents are then given a “pass” or “refer” result within seconds. This can then be shared with eye care professionals.
The next free screening will be done by members of the Hilton Lions Club from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, February 22, at the Parma Public Library. The target population for this screening is children six months to twelve years of age. Pre-registration is not required but early arrival is recommended.
Those who are interested in the Hilton Lions Club’s other programs or membership opportunities, can visit their Facebook page or contact President Kim Fay or Screening Chairman Jim Schiebel (https://jschiebel@rochester.rr.com).
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