Resources for families: A Philadelphia literacy guide – The Philadelphia Public School Notebook – October 8, 2015

Give Kids Sight Day – Free Vision Screening

On Oct. 24, from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Wills Eye Hospital will host its annual Give Kids Sight Day, offering free vision screenings to minors. Staff are available to talk with families and will send two free pairs of glasses to any child identified as needing them. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Free SEPTA token for each child screened. Register at Jefferson Alumni Hall, 10th and Locust Streets.

Public Citizens for Children and Youth

PCCY offers a database of vision-care providers in Philadelphia. It includes contact information and whether the provider accepts Medicaid or CHIP, has evening and weekend hours, speaks languages other than English, and serves special needs children.


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