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EyeCare America

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.

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America’s Best Contacts and Eyeglasses

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

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Saving Sight – Affiliated With the Heartland Lion’s Eye Bank

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.

To join the organ and tissue donor registry visit registerme.org or your local DMV office.

800-753-2265
401 N Keene St., Suite 1P
Columbia, MO 65201
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm

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Voluntary Action Center (VAC)

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

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Midwest Special Needs Trust

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

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