Focus Family Eye Care

02/24/2026

So many things are happening during your eye exam, you may have wondered what it's all about.

1. Prescriptions for glasses and contacts are the number one reason people come in for an exam. We want you to see your best!

2. Seeing goes beyond just a good prescription, we test the function of the eyes to be sure they are working as a team.

3. Your eyes have a direct connection with the brain and neurologic tests help to establish good function.

4. We look at your eyes from the surface to the back. Many ocular symptoms can be treated and managed, especially when caught early. Everything from dry eyes, abnormal pigmentations and growth, to glaucoma and macular degeneration have better outcomes when monitored annually.

5. You may have heard the old saying "the eyes are the windows to the soul" and its true! Many systemic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol, lupus, even brain abnormalities can first present in the eyes.

Give us a call to schedule your comprehensive exam and ensure your eyes are working to their fullest capacity!

Ready to schedule an appointment? Call us at 515-518-8283 or visit us online at www.focusfamilyaltoona.com

02/19/2026

Spring break is right around the corner; schedule an eye exam for your kiddo while they are home on break! Don't wait, appointment times fill up fast!

Ready to schedule an appointment? Call us at 515-518-8283 or visit us online at www.focusfamilyaltoona.com

02/17/2026

Kindness doesn’t have to be big to matter.
A smile. A thank-you. A helping hand. A listening ear.

Today is a reminder that small, thoughtful actions can brighten someone’s entire day—and sometimes change more than we’ll ever know.

Be kind on purpose. Pass it on.

02/10/2026

Don't let macular degeneration steal a single moment. A routine eye exam can help to diagnosis AMD early and preserve eye sight. Schedule an exam today!

Call us at 515-518-8283
or online at www.focusfamilyaltoona.com

02/04/2026

Our eyes can reveal important clues about overall health—and in some cases, even cancer.

Cancers that may show signs in the eyes include:
• Ocular (uveal) melanoma – a rare but serious eye cancer
• Retinoblastoma – an eye cancer in young children, often noticed as a white glow in photos
• Leukemia & lymphoma – can cause bleeding, swelling, or vision changes
• Brain cancers – can cause swelling in the optic nerve and retina, loss of visual field, and other vision changes
• Metastatic cancers – cancers from other parts of the body that spread to the eye

⚠️ Warning signs may include vision changes, dark spots, eye pain, redness, bulging, or a white pupil in photos.

Early detection saves lives. Regular eye exams don’t just protect vision—they can protect health.

This , awareness is power.

01/02/2026

12/19/2025

Load up the car and get ready for a night of sparkle and smiles!

Check out Jolly Holiday Lights located at the Iowa State Fairgrounds through January 4th! Enjoy a festive winter experience AND contribute to granting wishes for kids through Make-A-Wish Foundation!

Or head further west and take in over a mile of larger than life displays and lights at Santa's Rock N Lights Show all while supporting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (Blank Children's Hospital in Des Moines and the University of Iowa Hospitals are part of the network!)

12/16/2025

Don't forget to use up those HSA funds before they expire!

Ready to schedule an appointment? Call us at 515-518-8283 or visit us online at www.focusfamilyaltoona.com

12/09/2025

Don't for get to use your vision benefits and HSA funds before they reset at the end of the year! We still have exam openings, but don't wait! They fill up quickly!

Prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses, and eye exams are all qualifying purchases for HSA! Don't let them go to waste!

12/05/2025

Bring the whole family for a magical morning filled with holiday cheer! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, festive activities, and a special visit (and photo!) with Santa and Mrs. Claus!

There are two great locations for breakfast on Saturday near Altoona! Both events run from 9-11 AM.

Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at the East View Community Center at 4101 42nd St. Des Moines

Or join residents, staff, and the community at the Luther Park Community Center, 1555 Hull Ave in Des Moines.

12/02/2025

Has your child been complaining of headaches, trouble seeing the board, or focusing while reading? Winter break is a great time to get them in for an eye exam! Start the near year right with the best vision!

Give us a call at 515-518-8283 or visit us online at www.focusfamilyaltoona.com to schedule an appointment!