Reduced cost eye exams and glasses offered for area seniors

Healthy eyes are something most people take for granted. However, millions of elderly people have severe vision impairments. These impairments could be treated and corrected, but many of the elderly can’t afford the treatment they need.
South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Aging Services, in cooperation with area optometrists, will be providing reduced cost eye exams and eyeglasses to elderly individuals in your area.
To qualify, participants must be 60 years of age or older, and/or an ADvantage members, live in Beckham, Custer, Washita, Roger Mills, Kiowa, Greer, Harmon, or Jackson counties, meet certain income and resource guidelines. Elderly and/or disabled ADvantage applicants must not be case managed by any agency other than SWODA Aging Services Case Management.
You can apply through May 31, 2023, by contacting Joanie Swanson at 800-627-4882, ext. 126, or 580-562-5026. SWODA ADvantage members will need to contact their SWODA Aging Services Case Manager.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Joanie Swanson at SWODA Aging Services, P.O. Box 569, Burns Flat, OK 73624 or call 800-627-4882, ext. 126, or 580-562-5026.