By Nicole Mandarano | Volunteer
From September 2021 through February 28, 2022, the KEX Kids Fund helped 336 children with comprehensive vision exams and new eyeglasses for families in need.
During the past few months, we have received more requests for help with vision care. The number of requests are increasing each month as schools return to in person instruction and school nurses are able to refer more students.
Your support is crucial now more than ever in sustaining our program to help children access vision care.
Recently we helped an 8 year old girl who was diagonsed with amblyopia. Through treatment, her eye will strengthen, preventing any permanent vision loss. The KEX Kids Funds provided important assistance for this girl's family who couldn't afford the cost of the vision treatment.
School nurses work closely with the school vision screening program led by the Oregon Lions Sight & Hearing Foundation (OLSHF) to ensure that children who are referred for vision care receive resources such as the KEX Kids Fund.
School nurses are grateful for the resources provided by the KEX Kids Fund. This program helps children see and learn to their potential.
Thank you for your support!
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