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Meet Deya Parker, a five year old bundle of smart, precocious, and a smile that can light up the world. That despite serious medical problems and extreme low vision. Thanks to the Sight Savers gift of a Jordie, a head worn magnifier," Deya saw her Mom for the first time.

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Saving Kid's Sight

Sight Savers of Alabama provides the following services for children:

  • Offers one-on-one personal case care for each child referred to Sight Savers.
  • Schedules appointments and transportation for eye exams, eyeglasses, vision screenings, medication, vision training, surgery, vision aids, and parental notification at every step in this process.
  • Coordinates services with an over 300 member volunteer network of doctors, opticians, and other health care providers. Services are free for families who can't afford to pay.
  • Provides technologically advanced sight enhancing devices for children with low vision or for those who are blind.