Our Hospital-Based Community Eye Health Program model creates access to quality eye health services to reach people in remote and underserved communities. Our programs are designed to provide quality eye health care to all, regardless of age, gender, race or ability to pay. We train local community health workers to conduct door-to-door surveys, screen patients for eye conditions and refer them for treatment. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we can provide patients with surgeries, prescription eyeglasses and other treatments free of charge or for a nominal fee.
We work with our network of more than 65 partner hospitals to strengthen their capacity to meet the needs of the surrounding communities. Capacity-strengthening may include providing the hospital with new or upgraded equipment, providing training for ophthalmic personnel, or establishing a vision centre or eye unit at the community level. Learn more about our programs in different countries.
