Where to find free or low-cost vision care

Eye exams and other vision services are covered for Children up to 20 years of age who have Medicaid, MiChild, or Healthy Kids. Apply through MI Bridges. Seniors who have Medicare may be eligible for vision benefits including free eye exams. Apply throughMedicare.gov.

The following is a list of additional free and low-cost vision care programs available in Michigan.

• Vision Screening, including Children’s Vision Screening
• Help-buying glasses and contact lenses.
• Reduced-cost vision care at student clinics
• Lions Clubs International financial assistance for eye care.
• InfantSEE free eye exams for babies.
• Sight for Students free eye exams for students.
• EyeCare America free eye exams for seniors.
• Financial Aid for Eye Care
• Free Cataract Surgery

For additional resources and vision are clinics, contact your local health department.