Eye Care Resources
Content updated Sept 17, 2024
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2901 W Broadway, Suite 101
Columbia, MO 65203
573-474-4181
2111 Missouri Blvd Ste C
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 830-0110
Seniors Program and a Glaucoma Program
Content updated Sept 17, 2024
The Seniors Program connects eligible seniors 65 and older with local volunteer ophthalmologists who provide a medical eye exam often at no out-of-pocket cost, and up to one year of follow-up care for any condition diagnosed during the initial exam, for the physician services.
The Glaucoma Program provides a glaucoma eye exam at no cost to those who are eligible and uninsured.
Content updated Sept 17, 2024
Save big on glasses with our 2 pairs for $79.95 offer. This offer applies to over 100 frames in the store tagged $69.95 with single-vision plastic uncoated lenses. When you purchase two pairs of glasses, you'll receive a FREE eye exam* ($69 value).
Hours:
Mon - 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday - 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday - 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday - 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday - 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday - 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed
1205 Grindstone Pkwy #113
Columbia, MO 65201
573-442-5725
Content updated Sept. 18, 2024
Eye Care Assistance program is designed to cover the eye care costs of Missourians who fit the eligibility criteria. Some services that they may cover include: Visits to the eye doctor’s office, diagnostic testing, some laser treatments, minor eye care procedures, some surgical procedures. Call for an application.
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800-753-2265
401 N Keene St., Suite 1P
Columbia, MO 65201
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
Content updated June 25, 2025
Voluntary Action Center is a local non profit responding to the basic needs of the individuals within our community. We provide financial assistance with basic and emergency needs to people living in Boone County, Missouri. VAC services and eligibility flyer
VAC serves:
Low-income families
Underemployed/unemployed
People with economic disadvantages
Individuals experiencing homelessness
Individuals with disabilities and the elderly
Disadvantaged youth
403a Vandiver Dr.
Columbia, Mo 65202
573-874-2273
Residents of Missouri (adults & children) who are at or below the Federal Poverty Level and have a Social Security Administration verifiable disability.
Content updated Aug. 30, 2024
Midwest Special Needs Trust Charitable Trust Program provides financial assistance grants to residents of Missouri who are at or below the Federal Poverty Level and have a Social Security Administration verifiable disability. The maximum grant award is $2000. Grants may be requested for medical and dental care, rehabilitative services or equipment, educational assistance, specialized transportation and other needs not covered by public benefits or available through other community programs.
P.O. Box 7629
Columbia MO 65201
573-256-5055
Email: grants@midwestspecialneedstrust.org
Hours: M-F, 8:00am-4:30pm