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Glasses change lives – and last week proved it!

What a powerful week of partnership and purpose.
As Manchester Homelessness Partnership we took collaboration to a new level last week, delivering impact for people experiencing homelessness, poverty and destitution. This builds on the amazing work of our members each day across Manchester. 
A huge thank you to Simplyhealth OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation and partners, including Vision Express for creating an inclusive opportunity that provided free eye tests and prescription glasses to those who need them most.
The impact:
– 103 people seen at Central Hall, Methodist Church (Oldham Street)
– Prescription glasses, reading glasses and sunglasses distributed
– 3 cataract referrals identified
– 22 specialised glasses being made up, to be delivered through the Partnership
– 83 incredible volunteers from across Europe and the UK supporting clinics across four full days
Special thanks to Cracking Good Food for keeping the volunteers fuelled, and to the amazing team at Methodist Church Central Hall for their constant support throughout. 
Unused catering on Friday was shared with Coffee4Craig and Lifeshare ensuring nothing went to waste and extending the impact even further.
Last week was about more than just eye care, it was about connection, compassion and collective action.
There was so many inspiring individuals and partners, all committed to using their time, skills, social value and corporate social responsibility to tackle health inequalities and create meaningful change.
It was moving to see people at the end of their journey, hearing first-hand how something as simple as a pair of glasses will make a real difference in their lives. 

Vision Care delivers an eye care clinic at Cornerstones each week, and people experiencing homelessness can be booked in via this form or directly via this link.