Approximately 300 people have already received assistance through the Prime Minister’s Vision Initiative, as the government continues providing free vision screenings and reading glasses to residents 40 and older.
The Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs said the programme is currently operating at the Villa Community Center, where screenings and distribution will continue before the initiative moves to the Gray’s Green Community Center.
The programme, conducted in collaboration with RestoringVision, is aimed at improving access to basic vision care, particularly for people who may require reading glasses.
Eligible participants receive a vision screening before being provided with reading glasses suited to their needs at no cost.
The ministry is encouraging residents 40 and older who have not yet participated to take advantage of the programme as it continues through different communities.
The Prime Minister’s Vision Initiative began on July 31 and is expected to continue through Dec. 15, with services being offered at designated locations across Antigua and Barbuda.
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And the Gaston Haters will be quiet, because they have nothing good to say. But that alright. As the saying goes, I you have nothing good to say, don’t say nothing at all.
Initiatives like these impact the economy negatively. The government is competing with local optical retailers who can’t compete with “free” products. If glasses are too expensive here then what we need are more retailers. The government should create an environment where entrepreneurs can thrive.
Secondly our taxes should be spent on meaningful infrastructure projects and security. Things that impact the entire nation, which are beyond the capabilities of local businesses.
What kind of economic powerhouse has so many citizens/people which require government assistance for the most basic of necessities?
Maybe if the government removed all those indirect taxes things would be more affordable here.
As my names suggest- Frankly Speaking. I speak to the truth and facts. This is a good idea. We are not very health conscious in Antigua. So this will go a long way. I also admire what politicians do stuff like this outside of the elections campaigning . When you do these good throughout your five years tenure, when election time comes you run on your track record. This can eliminate the giving away of scarce resources and hurrying to construct roads and sidewalks, which are not done properly generally speaking. Right Direction!
Wonderful initiative Mr.Prime Minister, keep up the good work…