EyeCare America^® offers certain medical eye care exams and eye health information with no out-of-pocket costs through a nationwide network of ophthalmologists (eye doctors). To date, EyeCare America has helped more than 2 million patients with their resources and programs, including: 

• Seniors Program (for people age 65 years or older):  A no out-of-pocket medical eye exam, as well as a year of follow-up care for conditions that are diagnosed during the exam.
• Glaucoma Program (for people at risk of glaucoma):  A medical eye exam for those at risk of glaucoma, a chronic eye disease that damages the optic nerve, leading to vision loss and blindness. Risk is associated with age, race, or family history. 

Eyeglasses, prescription drugs, hospital services, and fees for other medical professionals are not included in this program. 

How do I know if I qualify?

To see if you qualify, for either of the programs listed above, all you need to do is answer a few short questions on the EyeCare America website. Once you fill out the form, you will get an immediate response. If you qualify, you'll get a referral to make an appointment with an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) in your area.  

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I qualify for these vision benefits?

Use the checklists below to see if you could qualify, then fill out the form to confirm your qualifications for either program, and obtain a referral, if applicable. EyeCare America will never share your information, and they will only contact you if you qualify.

To qualify for the Seniors Program you must:  

• Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident 
• Be age 65 or older 
• Not belong to an HMO or have eye care benefits through the VA 
• Not seen an ophthalmologist in three or more years 

To qualify for the Glaucoma Program you must: 

• Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident 
• Not belong to an HMO or have eye care benefits through the VA 
• Not had an eye exam in 12 months or more 
• Be at increased risk for glaucoma, determined by your age, race and family history 

What isn't covered under both the Seniors Program and the Glaucoma Program?

Eyeglasses, prescription drugs, hospital services, and fees for other medical professionals are not included in these programs. 

How is it possible for EyeCare America to provide these services at no cost to me?  

EyeCare America has a network of more than 4,000 generous volunteer ophthalmologists who offer their time and care to patients. They are also able to provide services with no out-of-pocket costs to you with the help of the Knights Templar Eye Foundation, who has offered more than 20 years of exceptional support. The Foundation's total contribution of nearly $5 million has enabled EyeCare America to provide sight-saving services to those in need across the United States. EyeCare America also receives annual support from both Alcon and Regeneron. 

Have more questions about EyeCare America's Seniors Program or Glaucoma Program?

For additional information or to speak to an EyeCare America representative, you can: 

• Email: eyecareamerica@aao.org  
• Call: 877-887-6327