Healthy eyes are something most people take for granted. But there are millions of elderly people in this country who have severe vision impairments. These impairments could be treated and corrected, but many of the elderly can’t afford the treatment they need. Good News! South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Aging Services, in cooperation with area optometrists, are providing reduced-cost eye exams and eyeglasses to qualified elderly individuals in your area.
To qualify, participants must be 60 years of age or older, and/or a Medicaid ADvantage Waiver client, live in Beckham, Custer, Washita, Roger Mills, Kiowa, Greer, Harmon, or Jackson counties, meet certain income and resource guidelines.
Elderly and/or disabled ADvantage applicants must not be case managed by any agency other than SWODA Aging Services Case Management. Deadline for applications is May 31, 2025. Apply by contacting Joanie Swanson at (800) 627-4882, ext. 126. SWODA ADvantage consumers will need to contact their SWODA Aging Services case manager.
Verification of income and resources such as tax records, bank statements or Social Security check stubs is required. All information is held confidentially.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Joanie Swanson at SWODA Aging Services, P.O. Box 569, Burns Flat, OK 73624 or call (800) 627-4882, ext. 126.