In 1999, The Eye Clinic was opened to address the acute need of the uninsured for vision testing, glaucoma screening, and prescription eyeglass service. Dr. Bernetta Davis is our resident physician. All services provided in the Eye Clinic are free for our guests.

The Eye Clinic is open on Tuesdays, and patients must meet the eligibility requirements in order to receive an appointment with Dr. Davis.

 

Eligibility to receive free eye care:

• Must be an adult 18 years old or older.
• Must be a resident of Montgomery County.
• Household income must be below 175% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
• Must not have medical insurance that covers vision care.
• Must be referred by an authorized Montgomery County government or private nonprofit agency.

Referrals are accepted from caseworkers, social workers, and the following agencies:

Bethesda Cares 301-907-9244	DELAI 301-253-6929
MUM (Mid County) 301-929-8675	REAP (Assistant Program) 301-762-8682
UMAN (Upper County) 301-926-4422	WUMCO (Western Upper) 301-972-8481
TESS Community Service Center 240-773-8260	Health and Human Services 240-777-1447
Avery Road Treatment Center 301-762-5613	Chase Partnership House 301-424-1380
Community Based Shelter 301-770-2413	Sophia House 301-770-5758
Casa of Maryland 301-270-8432	Interfaith Works 301-585-4471

Referrals must be submitted by case workers and faxed to the Eye Clinic’s attention at 301-585-4718, along with proof of income and Montgomery County residency.

Eye Clinic Eligibility Screening Form

 

What to do on the day of your appointment:

1. Arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled appointment.
2. Bring photo ID.
3. Check in with the Eye Clinic assistant.
4. Complete the forms.

For more information, please call Penlope Kwarikunda, Eye Clinic Coordinator, 301-273-3696.
While the Eye Clinic services are free, donations are appreciated.