Julie Hilbert's Notes

SENIOR MOMENT UPDATE


Seniors Eyecare Program
Senior eyecare program ensures that every senior has access to medical eye care and promotes annual, dilated eye exams. People eligible for a referral through the program receive a comprehensive medical eye exam and up to one year of treatment at no out-of-pocket expense. Call 1-800-222-3937.
Who is eligible: Age 65 or older
US Citizen or legal residence
Have not seen ophthalmologist in 3 or more years
Do not have eye care insurance through HMO or VA

Shopko Vision Senior Discounts – If you are an AARP member you can receive discounts of 30% on eyeglasses (frames and lenses). They also offer senior discounts of 15% every Wednesday. Please visit or call the local FDL Shopko for further details.

Hear Now (Hearing Aides)
The Hearing Foundation’s US program provides hearing aids and a hearing test report to those who are legal residents of the US, meet the income and asset guidelines, complete the application process and are approved for assistance. There is a non-refundable deposit on the hearing aids that is $100 for one and $200 for two. 1-800-328-8602
Income Guidelines
Family of 1 - $12,000
Family of 2 - $16,000
*Assets are also considered when reviewing the application.