Oklahoma Lions KidSight
Oklahoma KidSight started in Oklahoma with a grant from Lions Clubs International Foundation (2013) and the Enbridge Foundation (2014). Under the leadership of Tom Cummings, this program has grown to screen over 18K children. Since then, Lions have purchased a total of 10 cameras that are used in all the Oklahoma Lions Districts.
Lions in the USA screen over a million kids per year through state-wide and local programs known as “KidSight.” Lions KidSight USA is a national coalition that brings together Lions programs that screen preschool and school age kids. The foundation strives to safeguard the vision of children with specific emphasis on those up to 6 years old for preventive purposes.
For more information about how to schedule a screening please call the State Office or Tom Cummings at the number below.
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According to educational experts, 80% of learning is visual. So, if a child can’t see well, he/she can’t learn well. Yet most young children don’t get their vision screened until they have problems learning or paying attention in school. By then, it may already be too late. Unless vision problems are detected early and corrected, they risk becoming permanent by age 7.
The KidSight Welch Allen Spot Vision camera and equipment screens for risk factors as:
Training is required for volunteers who will be using the Oklahoma Lions Pediatric Vision Screening program. Call the OK Lions state office for more details: 405-947-6540.
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Lions of Oklahoma State Office
Oklahoma Lions Service Foundation
4123 NW 10th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
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