Fairfax Lions appreciate the opportunity to check vision & hearing of youngsters in local schools, using our state-of-the-art equipment. The greatest need is in the Catholic Schools, where nursing staff do not have resources to monitor the student’s vision and hearing. In many cases Lions have recommended referrals to vision or hearing medical professionals, and in some cases treatment was “life changing” for the student.
On Oct 22, Lions screened vision of very young children at Emmanuel Lutheran Preschool (Vienna). Results: 1 child (Age 2), 2 children (Age 3), and 1 (age 4) were referred for follow-up by a professional.
On Oct 28, Fairfax Lions conducted both vision & hearing Screening at Saint Leo the Great Catholic School (in Fairfax). We checked vision of 66 children, referring 7, and hearing of 51 children, referring another 7.
Fairfax Lions Club is one of the largest service organizations in Northern Virginia. Our members are from all walks of life, we give back to our community in many ways, and we have a good time doing it! We welcome you!