Center for Vision Health

Today marks the last day of Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month! It is estimated that over 6 million Americans will develop Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) by 2030. This chronic eye condition affects individuals’ central vision which often impedes daily life! The best way to combat eye disease is a comprehensive, dilated eye exam to diagnosis, slow disease progression, and manage vision loss. Contact us to make an appointment and prioritize your vision health today! #AMDAwarenessMonth

Don’t forget: today is the first day of Low Vision Awareness Month! If you haven’t already scheduled your first eye exam of the year, now is the perfect time! The Center for Vision Health is dedicated to helping you and your loved ones navigate life with low vision, from diagnosing eye problems to creating an ongoing treatment plan. Contact us to make an appointment today!

The Center for Vision Health is currently seeking applicants for two new VISTA positions: the VISTA Community Liaison Coordinator and the VISTA Expansion Coordinator! The Community Liaison Coordinator will be responsible for promoting CVH's vision healthcare programs in South Dallas, while the Expansion Coordinator will be in charge of conducting poverty-based research and performing community needs assessments. To apply, visit the link in our bio or search for "Center for Vision Health" on my.americorps.gov!

Center for Vision Health updated their information in their About section.

Center for Vision Health updated their information in their About section.

Our patient Nick Shepherd LOVES his new Peli Lens Glasses, which were expertly made by Chadwick Optical! This allows for better mobility with hemianopsia.

Dr. Fleming helped Nick find the perfect solution to his low visions needs, and she can do the same for you! Call to schedule an appointment with us today!

#lowvision #lowvisionawareness #hemianopsia

With the end of the year quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to utilize unspent funds in your HSA or FSA account. Call and schedule an appointment with us so we can help you find the perfect pair of glasses or a new low vision device for your needs!

Did you know that November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month? This is because one of the side effects of diabetes is the increased risk of developing an eye disease, such as blindness, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, or cataracts. Be sure to schedule your annual routine eye exam with dilation so you can maintain your health and save your sight!

The Center for Vision Health is currently seeking applicants for a new VISTA Community Liaison Coordinator! This VISTA will be responsible for promoting CVH's vision healthcare programs to under-served communities in South Dallas. Help us save the vision of children and adults! To apply for this position, visit the listing at https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=101011 or search for "Center for Vision Health" on my.americorps.gov!

The Center for Vision Health is currently seeking applicants for a new VISTA Program Expansion Coordinator! This VISTA will be responsible for conducting poverty-based research, performing community needs assessments, and exploring program expansion opportunities. To apply for this position, visit the listing at my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=92561 or search for "Center for Vision Health" on my.americorps.gov!

Did you know that today is White Cane Safety Day? White Cane Safety Day is a holiday that is held every year on October 15th to celebrate the accomplishments of the blind and visually impaired. The white cane is both a symbol of independence and an important tool, as it allows for the blind and visually impaired to safely and freely navigate the world around them. The Center for Vision Health recognizes the accomplishments of the blind and visually impaired community throughout North Texas, and we hope you have a happy White Cane Safety Day! #WhiteCaneSafetyDay

If you or someone you know needs a ride, AARP is now offering transportation through their [email protected]+ Program! This program is offering free rides throughout the Dallas County area from now until December 17th, as supplies last! To book a ride or get more information, call (855) 955-1926 or visit www.empoweringthemasses.org/aarp !

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's North Texas Giving Day! Because of our generous donors, Dallas Services was able to SURPASS our funding goal for NTXGD! The funds that we raised will go towards both the Center for Vision Health and the Dallas Day School, which will allow us to continue making an impact across North Texas! #northtexasgivingday2021

North Texas Giving Day is finally here! That means that today is your last day to donate to the Center for Vision Health during this giving extravaganza! Your donation will help us to provide accessible low vision care to patients all across North Texas. To make your charitable gift, visit https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/dallasservices ! You have until midnight tonight to make a donation!

North Texas Giving Day is TOMORROW! That means that there is still time for you to make a donation! By participating in North Texas Giving Day, you'll be helping us to give the gift of clear vision to those in need all across North Texas. Help us make an impact by visiting northtexasgivingday.org/dallasservices and making a donation!

North Texas Giving Day is in TWO DAYS! There's still time to make your donation, so visit northtexasgivingday.org/dallasservices to help make your lasting impact throughout North Texas!

North Texas Giving Day is this Thursday! Have you been able to give an early donation? If not, visit northtexasgivingday.org/dallasservices to make your charitable gift now! You'll be helping to make a lasting impact across North Texas!

North Texas Giving Day is only a week away! That means you have one more week to donate to Dallas Services and help make an impact in the lives of the patients that we serve! Visit our NTXGD page at https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/dallasservices between now and September 23rd to make your donation and help us reach our funding goal!

The Senior Vision Coalition's Resource Guide is now available! This guide contains information on different organizations that provide service for seniors, including vision health care, transportation services, and more! You can view or download the Resource Guide on our website at centerforvisionhealth.org/senior-vision-resources/

North Texas Giving Day is a little over a week away! We are still accepting early donations, so be sure to visit northtexasgivingday.org/dallasservices between today and September 23rd to make an impact in the lives of the patients that we serve!

North Texas Giving Day is 2 weeks away, but you can donate to the Center for Vision Health today! To early donate, visit NorthTexasGivingDay.org and select Dallas Services as your donation recipient. Your donation will allow us to serve many more children and patients throughout North Texas!

With school now in full swing, it's time to get a back-to-school eye exam for the little ones! Schedule an appointment with the Center for Vision Health today to make sure your child succeeds in the classroom with their best vision!

Some fun Thursday Trivia for you: for our patients that are difficult to assess during a vision exam, we use a device called a trial frame to obtain a more accurate prescription! Trial frames with loose lenses can help to assess patients with low vision, high eye glass prescriptions, or unusual head positions!

We are pleased to officially announce the launch of our online store! Starting today, the Center for Vision Health is offering a selection of low vision devices to meet you or a loved one's vision needs. Visit our website and click "Store" to start shopping today!

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The Center for Vision Health would like to wish a very special birthday to Helen Keller, an icon in the deafblind community and an inspiration to us all! To commemorate her birthday today, we wanted to share a few fun facts with you!

Helen Keller was born on June 27th, 1880, which means that we will be celebrating her 141st birthday! She lived an extraordinary life, having accomplished a wealth of achievements while overcoming numerous hardships. In 1904, Keller was the first deafblind individual in America to earn a university degree, when she graduated from Harvard University’s Radcliffe College with a Bachelor of Arts! In 1915, she co-founded the American Foundation for the Overseas Blind, in order to support War World I Veterans who had been blinded in combat. With this foundation, she visited 35 countries over the course of 11 years to advocate for those who were affected by blindness and vision impairment. Keller was also a political advocate, as she co-founded the American Civil Liberties Union in 1920, and campaigned to expand the rights of women and the working class. She even won an Academy Award for her work in the documentary "Helen Keller in Her Story", a biographical film about her life and achievements!
The Center for Vision Health is dedicated to providing quality care to those with low vision needs, and our mission has been greatly inspired by Helen Keller’s work. If you would like to learn more about her extraordinary life, feel free to visit the Helen Keller International website at hki.org. Happy birthday Ms. Keller!