EyeCare America Seniors EyeCare Program

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EyeCare America Seniors EyeCare Program

• Co-Sponsored
• by the
• Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc.
• and
• The Foundation of the American Academy of
  Ophthamology

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The Seniors EyeCare Program

• Ensures that every senior has access to medical
  eye care
• Raises awareness about age-related eye disease,
  including cataracts
• Provides free eye care educational materials
• Facilitates access to care.

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How the program works

• A nationwide 24-hour, seven day a week,
  toll-free helpline, 800-222-EYES (3937)
• Individuals call for themselves and/or family
  members and friends to request free eye care
  material and to see if they qualify for care from
  one of more than 8,000 volunteer ophthalmologists.

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To qualify for a referral one must

• Be a U.S. citizens or legal resident
• Age 65 or older
• Have not seen an ophthalmologist in three or
  more years
• Not have eye care insurance through an HMO or VA

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Treatment

• A comprehensive medical eye exam and up to one
  year of treatment, at no out-of-pocket expense.
• Volunteer ophthalmologists waive Medicare
  co-payments and unmet deductibles resulting in no
  out-of-pocket expense to the patient. Patients
  without insurance receive care at no cost.

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Other services

• EyeCare America offers multiple eye care
  programs for which individuals may qualify.
• Callers are automatically screened to determine
  the program that provides the most appropriate
  eye care services for the patient.

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Services not under the control of the
Ophthalmologist

• Eyeglasses
• Prescription drugs
• Hospital services
• Fees of other medical professionals
• Above services are not included in the program.

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How you can help

• Identify and refer people who may benefit from
  our partnership
• Speak at your local senior center
• Send out template letters to editors of your
  local media
• Distribute program posters and flyers, at
  churches, libraries or community centers

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Additional Information

• For more information about the
• EyeCare America
• Seniors EyeCare Program, please call the
• administration line, toll-free
• 877-887-6327
• Monday Friday, 8 a.m. 4 p.m. (PT)

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EyeCare America

• The umbrella program for the Academy
  Foundations national public service projects.
• Educates the public, primary care physicians,
  and other health care workers about the
  importance of timely eye examinations/care.
• Disseminates information regarding eye health.
• Links qualified individuals with volunteer
  ophthalmologists (Eye M.D.s) who have agreed to
  provide care for the program.