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nettletonsandra
May 25, 2009, 08:01 AM
I live in Pawnee Rock Ks. And I have no income, I don't qualify for medicare or social security. Is there any organization that will help me get glasses. They are six years old and I can hardly see through them. I can't get a job because I can't see that good through them.
Thank you
nettletonsandra
artlady
May 25, 2009, 08:06 AM
If you have no income,you should be able to get medicaid.
No income means you are poverty level.That should qualify you for medicaid.Have you applied?
Fr_Chuck
May 25, 2009, 08:12 AM
Correct why do you not qualify for medicaid or other welfare
ChihuahuaMomma
May 25, 2009, 01:14 PM
This question has been asked and answered so many times we've left a permanent post at the top of this section about it.
https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/vision/free-glasses-free-eye-exam-218963.html
There are a few answers and hopefully solutions for you.
If you have additional questions please don't hesitate to ask. I always do my best to answer any and all questions in a timely manner.
Kimberlyga36
May 25, 2009, 01:28 PM
You can not get Medicaid if you are not sick and medicaid does not provide for vison or dental help to adults period. Medicaid only provide for medical and they don't see that vison and dental is medical. I know this because I am on medicaid. Thank s Kimberlyga36
ChihuahuaMomma
May 25, 2009, 01:31 PM
I'm sorry, this is incorrect.
There are number of different things that can qualify a person for medicaid. And they do offer vision and dental in some states.
Just because you have one set of circumstances that cause YOUR benefits to be the way they are doesn't mean that's the standard. The benefits are customized to the person's needs as they see fit.
Fr_Chuck
May 25, 2009, 01:36 PM
To correct some very poor advice, you do not have to be sick, to get medicaid, merely meet specific income guidelines, It is used for many medical needs. The program is administrated by the state so each state will offer different programs and coverages.
For example in GA a couple can have income of 1011 a month
It is purely a income based program
Santee12
Jun 12, 2009, 09:52 AM
My only income is my husband's disability from the V.A. I am in need of an eye exam and new glasses. Where can I go for exam and glasses at little or no cost. Our income is less than 1300.00 a month and after living expenses there is nothing left.
Clough
Jun 12, 2009, 09:04 PM
Hi, Santee12!
Have you seen the following sticky note by one of our wise members and Vision Expert, ChihuahuaMomma?
https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/vision/sticky-note-free-glasses-exams-173693.html
STICKY NOTE on Free Glasses and Exams?
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I really think that this needs to be addressed. There needs to be a sticky note providing help to the people who ask OVER and OVER again the same question.
"Where can I get free glasses and an exam?"
1. Contact your local Lyons Club and seek a voucher from them to obtain this free exam and glasses. They will give you the name, address, and phone number to a provider that can do this for you.
2. Seek state-assisted medical/vision plans. Contact your local welfare/Human services office.
3. Find your local Lenscrafters, and ask about their "Home Town Day".
4. If you are not BROKE, but just pinching pennies, look around at Lenscrafters, Binyon's, and Sears Optical for good deals. They always have something going on. And all of them have great deals on children's glasses.
**Good luck to you and yours**Wishing you the best of health and happiness**
ChihuahuaMomma
Jun 12, 2009, 10:37 PM
Also, has he contacted the VA about glasses? A lot of them offer free exam and glasses to veterans.
ChihuahuaMomma
Jun 12, 2009, 10:39 PM
By the way, Clough, thanks for butchering my screen name. :P
Clough
Jun 12, 2009, 10:41 PM
Also, has he contacted the VA about glasses? A lot of them offer free exam and glasses to veterans.
Hmmm... I hadn't thought about the Veteran's Association. Thanks for pointing that out!
Clough
Jun 12, 2009, 10:43 PM
By the way, Clough, thanks for butchering my screen name. :P
Oops! All fixed! ;)
ChihuahuaMomma
Jun 12, 2009, 10:44 PM
Oops! All fixed! ;)
Nope, still wrong :p:D
Clough
Jun 12, 2009, 10:46 PM
What! How is it wrong?
Oops! I see it! Maybe I was going to call you "Mammy"?
Thanks!
Clough
Jun 12, 2009, 10:47 PM
Is that better, now? :)
ChihuahuaMomma
Jun 12, 2009, 10:51 PM
LOL... NOW I'm happy! LOL!
Clough
Jun 12, 2009, 10:53 PM
I'm GLAD that you're happy! :)
Santee12
Jun 13, 2009, 10:04 AM
Hi, Santee12!
Have you seen the following sticky note by one of our wise members and Vision Expert, ChihuahuaMomma?
https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/vision/sticky-note-free-glasses-exams-173693.html
Thank-you so much for your help. I will certainly try them all.
Santee12
Clough
Jun 13, 2009, 03:09 PM
Hi again, Santee12!
You're very welcome and I hope that you're successful in what you're wanting to do!
Thanks!
roseboy1212
Jun 23, 2009, 08:19 AM
Were do I go to get free eye glasses
ChihuahuaMomma
Jun 23, 2009, 10:40 PM
((moved from sticky note))
You posted this question in the thread that contains the answers. Please read before you post.
frenchfres
Jul 1, 2009, 02:34 PM
Please help me... I am I need for a eye exam and px glasses. I am located in col Ohio please help me.
Thank you
Wondergirl
Jul 1, 2009, 02:40 PM
Check the phone book (or Internet) for a Lions Club in your area. They provide what you need.
ChihuahuaMomma
Jul 1, 2009, 09:55 PM
It's RX, not px. Please visit the link provided. It's the sticky note that I published because this question has been answered tons of times. Let me know if you need anything else in this area.
chris burns
Jul 3, 2009, 11:08 AM
I have no income and don't qualify for unemployment. I lost my glasses. Is there any place I can go to replace them? I can't read applications because I need my glasses to apply. By the way, my mom is typing this because I can't read or focus on the screen.
Wondergirl
Jul 3, 2009, 11:13 AM
Call the Lions Club in your area.
jenniepepsi
Jul 3, 2009, 11:46 AM
Lions Club - Club Locator Tool (http://www.lionsclubs.org/locator/lions/search_form_state.php)
Good luck hon.
ChihuahuaMomma
Jul 3, 2009, 03:46 PM
<Merged with similar threads>
Please follow the link I've provided in this thread. It gives many options to your situation. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to ask.
robhun
Jul 6, 2009, 11:53 AM
I live in Little Rock,Ar.Do you know where I may get a free eye exam or glasses? I am unemployed and husband is disabled.
ChihuahuaMomma
Jul 6, 2009, 11:57 AM
<I've merged your thread with the others of the same question>
**Please read my sticky note at the top of this section for detailed answers**
derinda1
Jul 8, 2009, 03:15 AM
I am on medicade,but it don't cover my eyes or glasses.Do you know anyone who can help me get a test and glasses.My eyes are bad.
derinda1
Jul 8, 2009, 03:17 AM
I am on medcade,but it don't cover eye test and glasses.Do you know where I can get help to get test and glasses?
ChihuahuaMomma
Jul 8, 2009, 10:47 AM
Please visit the sticky for the answers you are looking for:
https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/vision/free-glasses-free-eye-exam-218963.html