PRE-SCHOOL VISION SCREENING

Preschool vision screening is an annual project for preschools in the Freedom District area of Carroll County, MD. Screenings are provided to children 6 months to 6 years old to determine if there are potential problems in the child’s vision. Testing is done with a pediatric binocular handheld auto-refactor screening camera. Results of all tests, whether positive or negative, are provided to the parents of the child for appropriate follow up when necessary, the annual events screen about 300 children at multiple locations and dates. Typically, 5-10% of the children screened are referred to eye care professional for further examinations. If you want your preschool age child screened and you reside in the Freedom area, telephone 410-549-LION (5466) or email FreedomDistrictLions@gmail.com. Leave a message and contact information. Someone will return your call/email.