What to Do

Take control? You can own your eye health. Make and keep your appointments. Listen to your doctor. Ask any questions you have. 

Know your eyes.
Preserve your sight.
See for yourself.

Find an Eye Care Provider

  • There are hundreds of eye care providers in the area. The Find an Eye Care Provider tool can help you find a local eye care provider.

Schedule an Exam

Go to the Exam

Follow-Up with the Provider at Least Every Two Years

If Treatment is Required, Stay Up-to-Date

Prepare for Your Eye Exam

Review the tips designed to help you prepare for your eye exam

Download and Print Tips

Download, print, the tips sheet, and take your Eye Buddy with you to your next comprehensive dilated eye exam.

Bring Your Eye Buddy to Your Appointment

Take your Eye Buddy with you to your next comprehensive dilated eye exam.

Need Assistance?

If you need financial assistance to get an eye exam or receive treatment for an eye problem, there are local, state, and national resources that may help.

Need New Eyeglasses?

The Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington's  Affordable Eyeglasses Program may be able to help you obtain new eyeglasses at a nominal cost.