Lions Eye Health Program - Children's Vision Screening at Gumeracha
- Where
- Torrens Valley Community Centre 45 Albert Street, Gumeracha SA 5233
- Tags
- Community, Health and wellness, Free Event
- Cost
- Free
- Tickets
- Bookings not required.
Don't miss out on this opportunity for free drop-in vision screening for children offered by The Lions Eye Help Program at the Torrens Valley Community Centre. No bookings required. Ensure your child's vision is healthy and set them up for success.
Children’s Vision Screening Program
FACTS about Children’s Vision:
- 1 in 5 Children have an undetected vision problem.
- Lions Vision Screening teams are operational in every Australian State and Territory.
Why Children’s Vision Matters:
- Vision disorders can have a profound effect on a child’s growth and development.
- Up to 80% of a child’s learning happens through their eyes.
- Most children accept vision problems and adapt. They rarely complain as they believe everyone sees the world just like they do.
- Once detected, most eye conditions in children can be easily corrected.
- Along with allergies and asthma, eye disorders are the most common health conditions suffered by children.
- All children should have a full eye examination before starting school and regularly as they progress through their education.