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Your vision and glasses from age 1 - 100
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lasses are not only essential for vision correction, but they make a style statement. Choosing a frame that looks and feels good is only the beginning. Of course you can wear glasses and sunglasses solely for fashion, but many people require corrective lenses. From infants to seniors, and everyone in-between, different ages and lifestyles require unique lens designs. Your child’s optometrist checks for a series of eye conditions, including myopia. Myopia, or nearsightedness, can become progressively worse (meaning the prescription may get stronger) as a child grows. Myopia control lenses
help to correct vision and slow the progression of myopia simultaneously. At this young age, it is important to find fun and durable frames. Shop our selection of petite frames with flexible hinges and bright colors. Teenagers and university students will be spending more time hitting the books. Eye strain caused by extended periods of reading and computer work can be relieved with an anti-fatigue lens design. If you’re looking for the latest trends in frames, we have them, from an oversized look to small and rimless. Presbyopia is often accompanied by the dreaded phrase ‘I can’t see this anymore’ spoken by nearly
all humans sometime after the age of 40. Let’s set the record straight, as we get older our eyes require more assistance especially for up-close tasks, such as reading. It’s inevitable, just like grey hair, wrinkles, and back pain. But guess what? You finally get to wear cool glasses! So many of us are working on computers, so optimizing your vision at this distance with an office or task specific lens is helpful and convenient. This lens offers the ideal prescription for up close (within arms length) and working on the computer (typically 2ft - 4ft away), even moving around your office (7ft to 14f). Customizing the prescription for your computer or
work distance helps to improve your posture and reduce your eyes workload. Welcome to retirement! If you haven’t already, now might be the time to move into a full progressive. This is the lens that does it all! You can put your glasses on in the morning and don’t have to worry about taking them off as they include your distance, mid-range, and near prescription. Comfort and proper fit is particularly important for progressive lenses to function correctly, but that doesn’t mean you have to compromise style. Our eyewear specialists are here to advise you based on your prescription, lens design, fit and personal style.
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hannon Oaks is independent all-inclusive living. Independent living is a wonderful way for you to enjoy an all-inclusive lifestyle filled with social engagements, nutritious meals, daily exercise, and new friendships. You would be surrounded by understanding peers and belong to a meaningful community. Some describe it as living on a cruise ship on land. Your own private suite can range from 500-800 square feet, and it features large windows, a full bathroom, kitchenette, and utilities. Every meal is an occasion prepared by professional chefs and personally served by our dining staff. Bus trips are scheduled multiple times a week to include malls, libraries, concerts and more. There is also a hair salon and esthetician available for all your beauty needs. Other amenities include a gym with equipment specialized for seniors
Everyone needs to wear sunglasses! Sun exposure is harmful at all ages. Be sure to wear UV400 protected lenses when you’re outdoors and include a hat if you can. There’s so many great styles, lens colors and features to optimize your wearing experience. From golf to fishing to lounging by the pool, we have the best sunglasses for you. There’s a lot of information here and we’ve only cracked the surface. Whether your age 1 or 100, your first step is to make sure you’ve seen an optometrist for a comprehensive eye exam.
and a spacious entertainment room that hosts weekly movie nights, dances, socials, and a variety of local entertainers. You can pick and choose what you like. Step into a beautiful courtyard with a bubbling fountain and landscaped gardens to relax in. Do you like to grow your own tomatoes or plants? We have a greenhouse for all your green thumb wants and needs. There really is something for everyone. While living in independent living you will feel like you are part of one big family. Residents often become friends and care for one another as well as the staff. It is beautiful to see. Are you feeling lonely? Do you live alone and want to stop burdening your family with chores around your large home? Maybe it is time for you to come and take a personalized tour of our independent living community. There is a new journey waiting for you.
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Independent Eyewear & Comprehensive Eye Exams 787-433-8500 acornoptometry.com @acornoptometry 110-2187 Oak Bay Ave Located in Athlone Court
Dr. Neil Paterson Dr. Suzanne Sutter Dr. Rajdeep Gill Dr. Kevin Hua Dr. Gabriela Camorlinga
OAK BAY OPTOMETRY
Offering exceptional vision care to our community for over 30 years 250-595-8500 oakbayoptometry.com @oakbayoptometry 2075 Cadboro Bay Rd Victoria, BC
Dr. Neil Paterson Dr. Suzanne Sutter Dr. Rajdeep Gill Dr. Kevin Hua Dr. Gabriela Camorlinga
Retirement Living at Shannon Oaks Providing comfort, community and wellness in Independent Living Call for a Personal Tour Today 250-595-6257
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