“Hear & See” initiative is here to ensure you “see and hear”

Charity Vision, in partnership with one sight Essilor Luxottica, has achieved remarkable outcomes in Kenya, channeling grants worth Ksh2.2 million ($15,385) for the provision of essential equipment and glasses.

The organization has extended seed donations to multiple esteemed institutions, including Marsabit County Referral Hospital, Nyeri County, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kakamega General Hospital, CHEPS Kenya (NGO), and Westland Laser Center.

With these collaborative efforts, Charity Vision is steadfast in its commitment to bringing about lasting transformations across Kenya.

“Hear & See” initiative aims to strengthen the eye and ear health care systems in fragile contexts to prevent and treat avoidable blindness and hearing loss,” charity vision stated in a statement.

Charity vision aims to end the cataracts affecting most of the people characterized by aging, eye trauma, obesity, hypertension, excessive alcohol consumption and prolonged exposure to UV light and many others.

Cataracts are a condition characterized by the clouding of the eye’s lens, often developing in later stages of life and progressing gradually over time.

“The initiative proposes a comprehensive approach that encompasses establishing and equipping audio visual health facilities, funding medical and surgical interventions, and supplying visual and hearing aid devices,” charity vision said.

Cataracts can be prevented through a healthy lifestyle, including a diverse diet rich in omega-3 oils, increased vitamin E intake, and protection from the sun using photo chromic lenses or UV coatings on eyeglass lenses.

Medical professionals also advise smoking cessation. Regular eye exams by an eye specialist are crucial for maintaining optimal eye health. Cataract surgery removes clouded eye lens and inserts intraocular lens. Post-surgery, some patients may need prescription glasses for presbyopia, with specialized computer glasses providing relief.

Charity Vision has made significant contributions to improving eye care and vision health in Kenya over the past three years. The organization has also established partnerships with universities, hospitals, and institutions, AIC Litein Mission Hospital, Kenya Society for the Blind, Lions Eye Hospital, Kwale Eye Hospital, Shiloh Eye Consultants, Lions Mombasa, and Lions Nakuru.

As Charity Vision continues its transformative work in Kenya, it remains focused on making a tangible difference in eye care provision and vision health.

The initiative places special emphasis on boosting capacity development measures in eye and ear health care. Charity vision will provide continuous learning and hands on training to local healthcare professionals to ensure sustainable improvement of health care systems.