Links

 

Sight for Students

A VSP (Vision Service Plan) charity that provides free vision exams and glasses to low-income, uninsured children.  Visit their website here... 

 

Vision USA

A year-round program from the American Optometric Association that offers free eye exams by doctors of optometry (optometrists) for low-income working families.  Open to children and adults of all ages.  Visit their website here... 

 

The American Optometric Association


The American Optometric Association (AOA) promotes healthy vision for successful learning.  This website has the latest optometric news not only for optometrists, but also for patients, parents, and teachers.  Check out the helpful Media Center and the media kit “Ready for School,” which includes fun activity sheets and important information regarding computer vision syndrome.  Visit their website here... 

 

The College of Optometrists in Vision Development


The mission of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD) is to serve as an advocate for comprehensive vision care emphasizing a developmental and behavioral approach. 

COVD certifies professional competency in vision therapy, serves as an informational and educational resource, and advances research and clinical care in vision development and therapy.  Check out the helpful doctor locator to find an optometrist in your area who is certified by COVD.  Visit their website here...

 

The Optometric Extension Program Foundation


The Optometric Extension Program Foundation (OEP) is a non-profit organization which serves the educational needs of optometrists, parents, and teachers.  This website has an excellent on-line store complete with pamphlets, books, and vision therapy products.  Visit their website here... 

 

Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists

The ACBO organization is from Australia and was founded in 1987 with the help of COVD and OEP. This website provides an excellent resource for the public and optometrists to learn about behavioral optometric vision care. If you live in Australia, New Zealand, or Asia, you can search for a behavioural optometrist in your area. Visit their website here...

 

National PTA

PTA is the largest volunteer child advocacy association in the nation.  National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) has adopted “hundreds of resolutions and position statements on a wide variety of national education, health, and safety issues since its first convention in 1897.”  The National PTA Position Statement Elements of Comprehensive Health Programs is listed on the web page as one of the most commonly requested resolutions and position statements. 

This website has excellent resources for parents to become involved and stay active in their children’s education and life.   Visit their website here... 

 

LimiTV: Improving children’s learning and health


LimiTV is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving children’s learning and health.  LimiTV informs parents, educators, and children about the ways excessive TV watching can compromise early childhood development, hinder learning, adversely affect health, and stimulate aggressive behavior.  This website has excellent articles and alternative activities to support a parent’s decision to limit screen time for children.  Visit their website here...

 

Center for Screen Time Awareness


Home of "TV Turn-off Week."  Millions of people all over the world have participated in TV-Turnoff Week since it began in 1995.  Turning off the television gives us a chance to think, read, create, and do.  Connect with your families and engage in your communities. Turn off your TV and turn on life.  This website has a wonderful organizer’s kit and other helpful materials.  Visit their website here... 

 

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