VISION USA

Providing Free Eye Exams to Low-Income Americans across the U.S.

There are more than 46 million low-income people in the United States that cannot afford the cost of routine eye care or do not have the health insurance that covers such exams.  This issue coupled with the nation’s current economic woes has increased the need for the care VISION USA (Volunteers in Service in Our Nation) provides.

The program was established in 1991 and is currently available in 39 states (Excel Spreadsheet). VISION USA provides basic eye health and vision care services to Americans in need.  AOA member optometrists donate their services to care for uninsured, low-income people and their families – free of charge.

To receive VISION USA care, eligible applicants must:

• Have no vision insurance
• Have income below the established level based on household size
• Not have had an eye exam within two years

An applicant will be notified by mail within 30 days of the approval.  If an applicant is approved, he or she will be assigned to a participating provider in the area. The applicant is responsible to schedule their assigned appointment with the provider.

The process is as simple as that. To apply for VISION USA services today, please click here or call 1-800-766-4466, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., CST (M-F).