Guidelines for Vision Screening in Missouri Schools


APPENDIX D: Resources

Numerous companies market vision screening equipment. Possible sources for charts, card screeners, and vision screening equipment include:

Additional informational Websites:

Primary vision information websites:

Links to national organizations concerned with the eye and vision:

  • National Eye Institute
    www.nei.nih.gov
    For Information about eye conditions, research results, and vision education resources. Free materials are available upon request.
  • Prevent Blindness America
    www.preventblindness.org
    Formerly the National Society for the Prevention of Blindness - Provided community vision education, certified vision screening training, service programs, and national and state research

Websites for general vision education and availability of eye care information:

  • American Optometric Association
    www.aoa.org
    Public vision education and availability of eye care.
  • Missouri Optometric Association
    www.moeyecare.org
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
    www.aap.org
    Position statements for professionals and guidelines for child vision care.
  • Center for Health and Health Care in Schools
    http://www.healthinschools.org
    Information on child health issues for school health professionals; operated by The George Washington University, School of Public Health and Health Services, Graduate School of Education and Human Development, Washington, D.C.
  • Medicaid and Medicaid Services
    www.medicaid.gov
    Information about Medicaid eligibility and current Federal Poverty Guidelines.
  • The Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
    www.aao.org
    Resources for vision education, eye care and community outreach.

Resources for children with visual impairments:

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