Brattleboro Family Eye Care

02/02/2026

01/30/2026

Our favorite thing to do this time of year is stock up on lubricating eye drops to use 4-6 times a day and taking 10-15 minutes to close your eyes with a heated eye mask! Doing these two things can really improve the dryness caused from dry air and extra time staring at screens.

01/26/2026

Getting a back up pair of glasses has never been easier when we are currently offering a buy 1 get 1 30% off !!

When you buy a complete pair of glasses, (frame and lenses), at original price, get a 2nd complete pair, (or lenses in an old frame), at 30% off!! Discount is still applicable after using insurance for the first pair!

Give us a call at 802-245-9012 to set up a time to discuss your next pair of glasses!

01/22/2026

What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve and lead to progressive, irreversible vision loss. This damage is most commonly caused by a buildup of fluid in the front of your eye, which leads to increased pressure in the eye, ultimately damaging the optic nerve and causing irreversible vision loss.

Vision loss caused by glaucoma initially impacts your peripheral (or side) vision before progressing to affect your central (or forward-facing) vision.

What Are Glaucoma Symptoms? Most of the time, glaucoma has no early symptoms. Because the pressure builds up gradually and painlessly, most people don’t realize they have glaucoma until their optic nerve becomes damaged and vision is lost.

Factors that may increase your risk of developing glaucoma:

Long-term use of steroid medications
A history of diabetes, migraines, high blood pressure, or poor blood circulation
Being over the age of 40
Having African, Hispanic, or Asian heritage
While you can’t prevent glaucoma from developing, early detection is key to protecting your vision, making eye exams an important part of your glaucoma prevention plan.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment as we are currently booking in to October!

01/19/2026

Today, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we are proud to celebrate and honor the life and legacy of a true champion and champion of justice. We are inspired by his powerful words and messages of peace, and we strive to continue his work in the service of others.
Our optical shop is open for regular business hours today so feel free to stop in for any glasses adjustments you've been waiting on.

01/15/2026

Eyes become extra dry during the cold months, especially with the heating on and spending so much extra time inside. Soothe your eyes with a lubricating drop 2-4 times a day, and invest in a heated eye mask which can stay warm for 10-15minutes. Lubricating drops WITHOUT red eye relief can help keep your eyes nourished during these dryer months. We recommend brands like Refresh and Systane. Adding a hot compress once a day can help keep your meibomian glands open so they can increase your body's natural lubrication throughout the day. Give our office a call at 802-254-9012 if you have any questions about how best to keep your eyes happy!

01/13/2026

We are currently scheduling in to the end of the year. Give us a call soon so we can keep an eye on your health!

01/04/2026

12/31/2025

Happy New Year! We will be closing the office at Noon today and will reopen for normal business hours starting 8:00am Friday January 2nd.

12/26/2025

Happy Kwanzaa! Today is a day to honor African heritage with thoughtful and meaningful activities that promote unity, self-determination, and collective work and responsibility.

12/25/2025

Happy Christmas Day from all of us here at Brattleboro Family Eye Care! Let's take a moment to celebrate and be grateful for the love, joy, and peace of the season. It's a time to come together and connect with those around us. Wishing you peace, good tidings, and happiness from our family to yours.