VISTA Eye Specialist (‘VISTA’) was thrilled to announce its VISTA Parents’ Day Eye Carnival (‘Eye Carnival’), a celebration of family, wellness, and the gift of sight. This special event, held over two weekends, 24-26 May and 31 May – 2 June 2024, across VISTA centres, honoured Parents’ Day with the theme “Love Parents with Your Time.”
Honouring Parents with the Gift of Sight
As parents aged, their eyesight naturally changed. Conditions like cataracts, a leading cause of preventable blindness, could cloud their vision and significantly impact their daily lives. Through this Eye Carnival, VISTA aimed to raise awareness of the impact that good vision had on our loved ones. Parents dedicated countless hours to nurturing their children, their eyes witnessing each precious milestone. It was time to return that gift by ensuring they had the clearest vision possible. The latest advancements in eye surgery, like VISTA’s No-Blade Trifocal Cataract Surgery, could restore their sight, allowing them to enjoy their golden years and maintain their independence fully.
Poor vision could be dangerous. Studies had shown that it could increase the risk of falls and injuries, decreasing mobility and overall well-being. By prioritizing eye health and early detection of conditions like cataracts, we could empower parents to live safer, more fulfilling lives.
Carnival Highlights:
- Eye screenings for common eye diseases like cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
- Focus on family connection: Emphasized how quality time with loved ones promoted overall well-being.
- Fun activities and games for all ages.
- Health and wellness booths with valuable information and resources.
- Goodie bags for kids and adults.
- Showcase of cutting-edge vision correction: Featured the latest in No-Blade Cataract Surgery and next-generation CLEAR short-sightedness correction.
A Commitment to Community and Sustainability
The Eye Carnival was part of VISTA’s ongoing community service initiatives. Their dedication to social and environmental responsibility had been recognized with many prestigious awards, including the Star ESG Positive Impact Awards 2022 and B Corp accreditation. B Corp were for-profit companies that met rigorous social and environmental performance standards, accountability and transparency. This accreditation aligned with VISTA’s mission to make a positive impact beyond just providing superior eye care.
This Carnival was proudly supported by many world-renowned ophthalmic partners, including Ziemer Ophthalmology, Johnson & Johnson Vision, Staar Surgical, Transmedic, Abbvie and more.
