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 :: Homeless Persons Eyecare Program

The Homeless Persons Eyecare Program was established in 2001 by the Victorian College of Optometry in conjunction with the Royal District Nursing Service (RDNS). This service endeavours to assist in meeting the eyecare needs of the significant number of people in Melbourne who are homeless and attending support service agencies assisted by the RDNS Homeless Persons Program.

Outreach services are currently available at Sacred Heart Mission (St Kilda), Ozanam Community Centre (North Melbourne), Flagstaff Crisis Accommodation (West Melbourne) and St Mary's House of Welcome (Fitzroy).

Other visiting services using portable equipment are also available on request.

Services
The homeless persons eyecare program is designed to provide optometry services to people who were unable to attend the main or regional clinics who are attending support agencies assisted by the RDNS. Full eye examinations are provided and visual aids can be supplied where required.

Eligibility
This service is available to homeless people - defined as those who lack safe and secure housing, who hold a Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card and are usually involved the RDNS Homeless Persons Program.

No referral is required unless you are under the care of another eye care practitioner.

Please telephone the Melbourne Optometry Clinic on 9349 7400 to enquire about arranging appointments.

Additional Information
All requests for information should be directed to
Mr Piers Carozzi
Manager of Homeless Persons Eyecare Program
Telephone: 9349 7400