FAQ
Do parents have to be present?
No, the parent must sign the "Parent Release" form allowing the University of Houston to administer an examination without their presence. Any child who does not have a parent release form will not be seen. If a parent would like to be present, they will be permitted on the bus if space is available.
How many students can the Vision Van see in a day?
The vision van can examine 12-18 students per day. The majority of these students should be Eye Care for Kids approved applicants. However we can see a few Medicaid students to meet the gap.
When will students receive their glasses, and what is the selection like?
Students receive their glasses in 1-2 weeks, depending on their prescription. Students have a nice selction of colored frames that appeal to youngsters of all ages.
You may also obtain forms for the children by calling Alejandro Martinez, our Program Manager at (713) 728-5437.
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We are currently booking the UofH vision van.
We are targeting Eye Care for Kids approved applicants for van services. Eye Care for Kids requirements are:
- Child’s vision is 20/40 or worse in either eye
- Parents combined income does not exceed 150% above the federal poverty guideline
- Child does not have CHIP, Medicaid or any other form of insurance.
The vision van can accommodate as many as 12-15 students in a day. A majority
(or eight 8) of these children need to be Eye Care for Kids approved applicants,
the rest can be Medicaid students that will be approved by Uof H.
In order to secure a date for the van to come to your school, you will need from
each student:
- A signed HIPPA form
- A parent release form
- From most of the students, an approved Eye Care for Kids application
(if applicable)
- Medicaid information (if applicable) so that UofH may verify coverage, for
those students who do not qualify for Eye Care for Kids
THE VISION VAN
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Eye Care for Kids has partnered with the University of Houston College of Optometry's Mobile Eye Institute to provide complete vision exams to the children who have "fallen through the cracks" by not utilizing the school-disbursed vouchers.
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Eye Care for Kids Foundation
9660 Hillcroft, Suite 325
Houston, TX 77096
PH: 713-728-5437
Fax: 713-728-9304
info@eyecareforkids.org
This page was last updated: November 30, 2009
