Eye Van now taking appointments

Submitted by
Joan Hagarty

The CNIB Eye Van is coming to Rainy River supported be the Royal Canadian Legion, Major Hughes Branch #54, the Rainy River Medical Clinic and the Town of Rainy River.
Are you experiencing problems with your vision? Do you have diabetes, glaucoma, macular degeneration or a family history of eye disease?
If you answered yes, please contact your optometrist, family doctor, nurse practitioner or diabetes educator to determine if you may benefit from a referral to the CNIB Eye Van.
You may also be screened for diabetes or have your blood sugar checked if you are diabetic. The Valley Diabetes Education Centre is offering diabetes education and screening services at the Eye Van location as part of the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care's Ontario Diabetes Strategy.
Appointments on the Eye Van are limited. The CNIB Eye Van does not issue prescriptions for eye glasses. Please see your optometrist.
The Eye Van will visit Rainy River from July 22 - 25, 2013 and will be parked at the Town of Rainy River Garage, 319 Sixth St. Contact your health care provider for a referral now! Appointments fill up quickly. Visit cnib.ca for more information.