ATLANTA – Some children in southwest Atlanta are seeing the world in a whole new way, thanks to a free vision program hosted at a local summer camp.
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What we know:
On Tuesday, kids attending summer day camps at the Villages at Carver Family YMCA received free eye screenings, exams, and glasses through a partnership with the Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation. The Sight For Kids initiative aims to ensure children can thrive both academically and socially by addressing vision issues early.
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What they’re saying:
Organizers say providing glasses at a young age can help prevent emotional, social, and psychological challenges. One coordinator noted the importance of kids selecting their own frames, saying, “When you choose your own glasses as a child, you’re more likely to wear them. But the fact that they will be able to see so much better when they get the glasses — it’s going to be life-changing.”
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What’s next:
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Free vision screenings are being offered this summer at eight YMCA locations across metro Atlanta.
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